Energetic Technician 2/3

At Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportunities to work on revolutionary systems that impact people's lives around the world today, and for generations to come. Our pioneering and inventive spirit has enabled us to be at the forefront of many technological advancements in our nation's history. We look for people who have bold new ideas, courage, and a pioneering spirit to join forces to invent the future, and have fun along the way. Our culture thrives on intellectual curiosity, cognitive diversity, and bringing your whole self to work.

About the role

The Northrop Grumman Propulsion Systems and Controls (PS&C) facility in Elkton, Maryland designs, develops, and produces solid-propellant propulsion and ordnance systems for Government and commercial customers. Elkton, Maryland is located on the Upper Chesapeake Bay, midway between Philadelphia and Baltimore, offering access to parks, trails, boating, golf, hiking, biking, camping, and historic sites.

Under supervision, you will support processing, management, and handling of energetic materials and electromechanical systems while ensuring strict compliance with all energetics safety protocols. Responsibilities include supporting Defense Contract Management Agency (DCMA) oversight, adhering to Hazardous Operation Standards (HOPS), and maintaining work areas in compliance with Foreign Object Debris (FOD), Electrostatic Discharge (ESD), and 5S standards.

Responsibilities

• Follow directions for the fabrication of rocket motors, working with explosives and chemicals during propellant and rocket motor component processing.
• Read and follow written manufacturing instructions, collaborating with non-manufacturing personnel to meet build requirements and schedules.
• Safely handle hazardous materials in accordance with OSHA and company policies.
• Operate production equipment such as mixers, presses, lathes, scales, hoists, forklifts, ovens, and paint booths.
• Use instruments like verniers, durometers, height gages, leak detectors, torque wrenches, and resistance meters.
• Support various manufacturing areas, including Ordnance, Casting, Insulation, Final Assembly, and Lining, as workload demands.
• Perform daily standard work and revise as necessary, identifying discrepancies in design, planning, or manufacturing non-conformance.
• Ensure operations are completed within allowed timeframes and report any delays to management.
• Immediately stop operations and report safety incidents or "near misses" involving personnel or equipment.
• Report defective equipment to supervision and tag it out accordingly.

Requirements

This position falls under a Federal Explosives License issued by the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF). Candidates must complete and submit an Employee Possessor Questionnaire for ATF approval.

Qualifications

Energetic Technician 2

• High School Diploma.
• 2 years of overall work experience within a manufacturing environment, additional related education, or a combination.
• Hands-on manufacturing experience (vs. automation).
• Ability to multitask and work on more than one project at a time.
• Good reading and math skills.
• Exposure to Chemistry and vocational training such as soldering, woodworking, metalworking, electrical, automotive assembly, welding, or mechanical training.
• Must be certifiable for respirator use and competent to be trained in forklift and hoist operation.
• Ability to work modified shifts, overtime, weekends, and flexible hours as needed.
• Blueprint reading fundamentals or the aptitude to learn.

Energetic Technician 3

• High School Diploma.
• 5 years of overall work experience within a manufacturing environment, additional related education, or a combination.
• Hands-on manufacturing experience (vs. automation).
• Ability to multitask and work on more than one project at a time.
• Good reading and math skills.
• Exposure to Chemistry and vocational training such as soldering, woodworking, metalworking, electrical, automotive assembly, welding, or mechanical training.
• Must be certifiable for respirator use and competent to be trained in forklift and hoist operation.
• Ability to work modified shifts, overtime, weekends, and flexible hours as needed.
• Blueprint reading fundamentals or the aptitude to learn.

Skills

• Experience in a manufacturing, assembly, or mechanics position (preferred).
• Defense Industry experience (preferred).
• Computer knowledge in Microsoft Office applications such as Excel and Word.
• Familiarity with Continuous Improvement, Lean Manufacturing, and 5S principles.
• Working knowledge of MS Office Tools.

Pay

Primary Level Salary Range: $53,500.00 - $89,100.00

Secondary Level Salary Range: $63,500.00 - $105,900.00

Base salary offers consider experience, education, skills, and market conditions. Employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and discretionary bonuses. Annual bonuses reward individual contributions and company results. Vice President or Director positions may be eligible for Long Term Incentives.

Benefits

• Health insurance coverage.
• Life and disability insurance.
• Savings plan.
• Company-paid holidays and paid time off (PTO) for vacation and personal business.