Thermal Vacuum Technician 2 - Multiple shifts - Space Systems
Requisition ID: R10186326
Category: Technical Support
Location: Dulles, Virginia, United States of America
Clearance Type: None
Telecommute: No- Teleworking not available for this position
Shift: Any (United States of America)
Travel Required: Yes, 10% of the Time
Positions Available: 1
Northrop Grumman Tactical Space Division in Dulles, VA specializes in the Integration, Test and Launch of the Space Systems for Commercial, DOD and NASA customers. Seeking a Level 2 Environmental Test Technician in support of a large Environmental Test Thermal Vacuum facility in the Space Industry. Will work with highly talented and motivated Technicians and Engineering staff. Will support setup and testing of complex tests in the Thermal Vacuum Test area among others. Position is for a technician seeking the ability to work hands on with complicated testing equipment in an environment that is dynamic and rewarding. Must be able to support 24/7/365 rotating 3 shift work schedule. Overtime is required.
Qualifications
Basic Qualifications:
- A High School diploma with a minimum 2 years of work experience.
- Must have the ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government DoD security clearance
- Dedicated, Energetic person with great people skills.
- Ability to support the current 3 shift rotation and weekends as needed.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Preferred Associate degree types – Mechanical, Electrical or Computer Engineering
- Knowledge or experience in general Environmental Testing preferably in a Space or Defense manufacturing environment.
- Fundamental knowledge of computers and file systems.
This position, employees will be eligible for shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay. Annual bonuses are designed to reward individual contributions as well as allow employees to share in company results.
Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay. Annual bonuses are designed to reward individual contributions as well as allow employees to share in company results. Employees in Vice President or Director positions may be eligible for Long Term Incentives. In addition, Northrop Grumman provides a variety of benefits including health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, savings plan, Company paid holidays and paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business.
Northrop Grumman is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class. For our complete EEO/AA and Pay Transparency statement, please visit http://www.northropgrumman.com/EEO. U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.
What's great about
Northrop Grumman
- Be part of a culture that thrives on intellectual curiosity, cognitive diversity and bringing your whole self to work.
- Use your skills to build and deliver innovative tech solutions that protect the world and shape a better future.
- Enjoy benefits like work-life balance, education assistance and paid time off.
Did you know?
Northrop Grumman leads the industry team for NASA’s James Webb Space Telescope, the largest, most complex and powerful space telescope ever built. Launched in December 2021, the telescope incorporates innovative design, advanced technology, and groundbreaking engineering, and will fundamentally alter our understanding of the universe.