Engineering Tech Support - Level 1

About the role

The Engineering Tech Support – Level 1 position is located in Dulles, VA and requires a U.S. Government DoD Top-Secret security clearance. The role involves assembling electromechanical and electronic components, supporting the integration of critical spaceflight hardware, adhering to ISO processes, and maintaining cleanroom protocols.

Responsibilities

• Interpret detailed work instructions and complex engineering documentation
• Assemble electromechanical and electronic components and assemblies
• Support the integration of critical spaceflight hardware with a high level of attention to detail, safety, and quality
• Adhere 100% to established ISO processes, cleanroom protocols, hazardous material handling requirements, and operational procedures
• Demonstrate general technical knowledge in mechanical assemblies, use of common hand tools as well as complex measuring devices
• Interact daily with work center management, engineers, and mechanical leads to communicate work status and resolve technical issues
• Work effectively within a diverse team, accept constructive feedback from Safety and Quality personnel
• Exhibit strong organizational skills, adaptability, precision, and a proactive mindset with a commitment to mission success
• Maintain flexibility to support off-shift work, weekends, overtime, and up to 25% domestic travel for launch campaign support

Requirements

• High School diploma or equivalent and 0 years additional education and/or related experience
• Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government DoD Top-Secret security clearance
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Visio)
• Knowledge of electrical measurements (AC/DC, resistance), and mechanical troubleshooting techniques
• Understanding of clean room operations and spacecraft handling protocols
• Ability to lift and position objects weighing up to 50 pounds
• Ability to perform repetitive motion tasks such as standing, bending, squatting, leaning, working with tool tethers

Qualifications

• Active or current DoD Top Secret clearance with SCI or SAP/SAR access
• NASA-STD-8739.4 or IPC/WHMA-A-620 with Space Addendum
• Flying hardware integration and spacecraft processing experience
• Certifications in flight epoxy bonding
• Flying hardware installation and spacecraft processing experience
• Aerospace/Satellite Integration & Harness Installations

Skills

Strong attention to detail, effective communication, and adherence to rigorous quality and safety protocols are essential. The ability to operate as a strong team-oriented individual who is driven to achieve product quality and customer satisfaction is also required.

Benefits

Northrop Grumman offers a comprehensive Total Rewards and benefits package designed to help you thrive at work and in life. This includes health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, a savings plan, Company paid holidays and paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business. The application period for the job is estimated to be 20 days from the job posting date. However, this timeline may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates.

Pay

Primary Level Salary Range: $47,200.00 - $78,600.00

Schedule

This position will work a 9/80 schedule, with every other Friday off.