Company: 0904 SP - Space Components Title: San Diego Manufacturing Technician Intern - Fall Location: United States-California-San Diego Posted Date: Posted Today Employment Type: Full time Sidebar Info: Existing Applicants: Need to update your contact information or email address? Once logged in, click on Candidate Home in the upper right corner and scroll to the bottom of that screen to see buttons for: Update Contact information to update your legal name, address, and phone number Edit Account Settings to edit your email address
Job Description: RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance availableCLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: NoCLEARANCE TYPE: NoneTRAVEL: NoDescriptionAt 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 - from the first flight across the Atlantic Ocean, to stealth bombers, to landing on the moon. 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 — and we have an insatiable drive to do what others think is impossible. Our employees are not only part of history, they're making history.Northrop Grumman is a space pioneer, supporting government, civil and commercial customers in solving their biggest challenges. Our forward-leaning, innovative spirit is backed by a legacy of expertise that began at the dawn of the space age. Our mission experience in space runs deep, we know our customers well, and our capabilities are unmatched. This is what allows us to provide reliable, agile and affordable space solutions to best serve our customers.From defending freedom to advancing human discovery, we are defining what is possible in space every day.An internship at Northrop Grumman is unique. Sure, you’ll learn new skills, explore our enterprise, network with experts, connect with thought leaders, and finish with a resume that opens doors. But you’ll gain something even more valuable: pride in what you’ve done. Join us and launch your career.Northrop Grumman is seeking Manufacturing Technician Interns for a 10 Week Fall Internship opportunity on 1st Shift. This position will be located at our Space sector facility on-site in San Diego, CA and will be 1st Shift (5:00 AM - 2:30 PM).The qualified candidate will become part of Northrop Grumman’s Manufacturing Technician Team for a 10 week internship, and be converted to a full-time employee in the future, dependent on performance, timing, and budget.Roles and Responsibilities:Perform functions associated with all manufacturing operations, including handling and managing fragile composite materials. Prep, lay-up and bonding of composite products; uni-directional and weave pre-pregsMay report status/progress and interface with other employees and departments.Tooling preparation and release application.Utilize measurement tools such as calipers, rulers, and tape measures for fabricating hardware.Assist in maintaining overall shop appearance and cleanliness.Execute to written instructionsBasic Qualifications:A candidate must meet ALL of the below criteria. The candidate must:Be a student enrolled in a community college or technical trade school, or be working toward a manufacturing certification or related courseworkBe available to work full time for at least 10 weeks Ability to work with hand tools, often requiring fine motor skills and hand-eye coordinationAble to read, interpret and record measurementsAvailable to work 1st Shift (5:00AM - 2:30PM)US CitizenPreferred Qualifications:Composites courseworkIntern Pay Rate:$23.00At Northrop Grumman, our internship pay rates are standardized and take into account three main factors: the anticipated graduation date of the individual, the cost of labor of the geographic location, and whether the internship is considered technical or administrative.Primary Level Salary Range: $47,840.00 - $47,840.00The above salary range represents a general guideline; however, Northrop Grumman considers a number of factors when determining base salary offers such as the scope and responsibilities of the position and the candidate's experience, education, skills and current market conditions.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.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.Northrop Grumman is an Equal Opportunity 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 and pay transparency statement, please visit U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.
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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