Engineering Technician 2/3

Put your skills to the test by pushing the boundaries of what’s possible. From global defense to sustainment and modernization to mission readiness, your experience and ability will make it a reality. Our programs are built on equal parts of curiosity and collaboration. Our combined effort means our customers can connect and defend millions of people around the world. With Northrop Grumman, you’ll have the opportunity to be an essential part of projects that will define your career, now and in the future.

·         Conduct daily operations of analytical instruments to ensure accurate data collection and analysis for research purposes

·         Perform audits of hazardous waste inventory to ensure compliance with safety regulations and accuracy within the designated research area

·         Handle energetic and hazardous materials on a daily basis

·         Ability to cover off shift and weekend operations

·         Operate various computer systems and manage database entries

·         Maintain accurate records of explosive inventory and ensure compliance with established limits across all facility buildings

·         Performs standard analytical test methods and/or mixing operations for quality control, material assessment, or engineering evaluation.

·         Performs mathematical calculations using established formulas.

·         Performs quantitative judgments concerning technical data.

·         Provides technical support across multiple disciplines.

·         Monitor gage, instrument, and equipment calibrations.

·         Level 2: High school diploma and 2 years of relevant work experience.

·         Level 3: High school diploma and 4 years of relevant work experience.

·         Must be willing to work off shifts and weekends

·         Ability to lift 50 pounds

·         Experience working in an analytical lab

·         Demonstrated hands-on mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting

·         Ability to work independently and with minimum supervision

·         Proficient in MS office

·         Understanding of energetics, hazardous chemicals, and solvents

·         High School diploma or equivalent and 4 years additional education and/or related experience

·         MS Office tools including Excel and Word

·         Extensive experience handling energetics, hazardous chemicals, and solvents

·         Full understanding of computer control systems, including Solumina and Laboratory Information Management Systems (LIMS), to streamline data management and operational efficiency

·         Sample preparation of cured materials

·         Working knowledge of material sensitivity testing for hazard analysis

·         Burn rate analysis of energetic materials

·         Experience assisting the plant maintenance department and off-site contractors on test equipment to ensure proper operation

·         Knowledge of data distribution to appropriate personnel or area

·         Experience of sparging and drying of nitramines and liquid explosives