Engineering Technician - Level 2/level 3

Northrop Grumman

Magna, UT, US
Base: $48,400.00 - $80,600.00 (level 2); $57,500.0...
Not specified (potential for swing shifts and weekends).
Chemical and physical property testing
Operation of analytical test equipment
Instrument maintenance and calibration
Northrop Grumman is seeking an Engineering Technician (Level 2/Level 3) in Magna, UT, to conduct chemical and physical analyses on various materials, including propellants. The ideal candidate should possess relevant technical skills and experience in scientific instrumentation, with an emphasis on operational discipline and safety

Job Summary

  • Northrop Grumman’s Space Sector is seeking an Engineering Technician to perform a wide variety of chemical and physical analyses on various inert and energetic materials to assess acceptability against defined requirements.
  • The successful candidate will operate advanced analytical test equipment and perform testing ranging from mechanical evaluations to advanced analytical chemistry techniques.
  • Northrop Grumman offers a comprehensive Total Rewards and benefits package designed to help employees thrive at work and in life.

Matching Summary

Match Score: 85

Northrop Grumman is seeking an Engineering Technician (Level 2/Level 3) in Magna, UT, to conduct chemical and physical analyses on various materials, including propellants. The ideal candidate should possess relevant technical skills and experience in scientific instrumentation, with an emphasis on operational discipline and safety.

Salary

Base: $48,400.00 - $80,600.00 (Level 2); $57,500.00 - $95,900.00 (Level 3); Bonus/Equity: discretionary bonus and possible overtime and shift differential; Benefits: health insurance, life and disability insurance, savings plan, paid holidays and PTO

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • chemical and physical property testing
  • operation of analytical test equipment
  • instrument maintenance and calibration
  • working with chromatographic and spectroscopic instruments
  • performing mechanical testing on materials
  • laboratory sample preparation and equipment setup
  • flexibility to work swing shifts and weekends

Nice-to-have

  • intellectual curiosity and cognitive diversity
  • experience with scientific instrumentation
  • collaborating with experienced chemists and technicians
  • pioneering and inventive spirit
  • working in a clean, safe, and efficient environment

Key Requirements

  • High School diploma or equivalent
  • 2 years additional education and/or related experience for Level 2
  • 4 years additional education and/or related experience for Level 3
  • No clearance required to start
  • Intermediate/Advanced computer and software competencies
  • Flexibility to work swing shifts and weekends
  • Prefer Associate’s Degree or 2 years college with STEM coursework

Work Rights

U.S. Citizenship required for positions with government clearance; no clearance required to start

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