About the role#
This is a 10-week Manufacturing Technician internship based in Chandler, Arizona. You will work on-site during the 2nd shift, which runs from 3:30 PM to 1:00 AM. This full-time role involves hands-on participation in our manufacturing processes and collaboration with engineering teams.
What you'll do#
- Perform manufacturing operations including setup, calibration, rework, and quality testing.
- Work with parts, components, subassemblies, and final assemblies.
- Follow work instructions, engineering drawings, and technical manuals to ensure accuracy.
- Assemble aerospace cables and harnesses or work with composites.
- Collect and evaluate operating data to make adjustments to equipment and products.
- Help develop or modify methods and procedures to control manufacturing processes.
What you'll need#
- Enrollment in a community college or technical trade school, or progress toward a manufacturing certification.
- A high school diploma or equivalent.
- Availability to work full time for at least 10 weeks.
- Ability to work with hand tools, requiring fine motor skills and hand-eye coordination.
- Skill in reading, interpreting, and recording measurements.
- US citizenship.
- Preferred: J-STD-001, IPC-A-610, or IPC/WHMA-A-620 certifications.
- Preferred: Experience with soldering, cables, and wire harnesses, or coursework in composites.
Location & details#
- Location: Chandler, Arizona.
- Term: Fall 2026.
- Shift: 2nd Shift (3:30 PM - 1:00 AM).
- Work Modality: On-site.
About Northrop Grumman
Northrop Grumman is a defense and space manufacturing company founded in 1994. It operates globally and maintains a workforce of over 86,000 employees. The company focuses on areas including autonomous systems, cyber security, space, and logistics. Its headquarters are located in Falls Church, Virginia.
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