Engineering Technician Level 2/3

Northrop Grumman

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Work type
On-site
Location
Elkton, MD
Salary
$63,500–$105,900 / yr
Posted
10 days ago
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Below market

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This role $85k
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About Northrop Grumman

Northrop Grumman is a leading global aerospace and defense technology company providing systems in autonomous systems, cyber, C4ISR, space, strike, and logistics. Industry: Aerospace & Defense

Northrop Grumman currently has 367 open roles on FindRole.

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TL;DR · Engineering Technician Level 2/3

The Engineering Technician - Level 2/3 joins the Propulsion Systems & Controls Business Unit to provide essential technical support to engineers on various tasks. This role involves gathering, maintaining, formatting, and manipulating technical data such as material test results and engineering design changes. The individual will produce engineering documentation, including reports, flow charts, block diagrams, and schematics. Daily responsibilities include performing detailed mathematical calculations using established formulas, conducting preliminary data analyses regarding trajectory adequacy and model dimensional consistency, and utilizing personal computers for report development. Additional duties may involve sample preparation, propellant mixing, machining, building or disassembling rocket motors, and supporting 3D printing operations. The role focuses on the design, development, and production of solid-propellant propulsion and ordnance systems to solve complex engineering challenges for government and commercial customers.

What you'll do

  • Provide technical support to engineers on various technical tasks.
  • Gather, maintain, format, and manipulate technical data such as test results and design changes.
  • Produce engineering documentation including reports, flow charts, block diagrams, and schematics.
  • Perform detailed mathematical calculations and preliminary analyses of trajectory adequacy and dimensional consistency.
  • Conduct tests and record data to assist with engineering evaluation or analysis.
  • Perform sample preparation, propellant mixing, and machining tasks.
  • Assist in the building and disassembly of rocket motors.
  • Support 3D printing operations as assigned.

What we're looking for

  • Must be a U.S. citizen.
  • Must be able to obtain a Secret clearance.
  • High school diploma or equivalent is required for both levels.
  • Level 2 requires at least 2 years of experience.
  • Level 3 requires at least 4 years of experience.
  • Ability to perform detailed mathematical calculations and preliminary data analyses.
  • Proficiency in using personal computers for analysis and documentation development.
  • Ability to produce engineering documentation, including reports, flow charts, block diagrams, and schematics.

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