Engineering Tech Support – Level 1 at Northrop Grumman Space Sector in Dulles, VA, 9/80 schedule with every other Friday off, fully onsite with up to 25% travel.
Responsibilities
- Interpret detailed work instructions and complex engineering documents, including drawings, schematics, wire lists, and diagrams.
- Fabricate, assemble, and install harnesses and related electromechanical and electronic components and assemblies.
- Support the integration of critical spaceflight hardware with strict attention to safety and quality standards.
- Follow established ISO processes, cleanroom protocols, hazardous material handling requirements, and operational procedures.
- Apply general harness manufacturing knowledge to troubleshoot and independently resolve technical issues.
- Rapidly learn and execute new tasks such as splicing, torquing, wire routing, and connector mating.
- Provide daily communication with work center management, engineers, and harness leads to report status and resolve technical issues.
- Collaborate effectively within a diverse team and incorporate feedback from Safety and Quality personnel.
- Demonstrate strong organizational skills, adaptability, precision, and a proactive approach aligned with mission success.
- Maintain flexibility to work off shifts, weekends, overtime, and up to 25% domestic travel for launch campaign support.
Requirements
- High School diploma or equivalent; no additional education or related experience required.
- Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government DoD Top-Secret security clearance.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Visio.
- Knowledge of electrical measurements (AC/DC, resistance), voltage circuitry, and troubleshooting techniques.
- Familiarity with clean room operations and spacecraft handling protocols.
- Ability to lift and position objects up to 50 pounds.
- Ability to perform repetitive motions such as sanding or scrubbing over extended periods.
- Able to work flexible shifts, including second and third shifts, weekends, and overtime as needed.
Technologies
- Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Visio)
Benefits
- Health insurance
- Life and disability insurance
- Savings plan
- Company paid holidays
- Paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business
- Overtime eligibility
- Shift differential
- Discretionary bonus
- Annual bonuses
- Long Term Incentives (for VP or Director positions)
Relocation Assistance
No relocation assistance available
Travel
Yes, 10% of the time
Primary Level Salary Range
$47,200.00 - $78,600.00 per year
Description
Northrop Grumman offers opportunities to work on transformative systems that affect lives today and for generations to come, supported by a culture of innovation and a pioneering spirit. The Space Sector is seeking a dedicated Engineering Tech Support – Level 1 to join the team in Dulles, VA. This role is 100 percent onsite, with telecommuting not available.
At Northrop Grumman, our employees have the chance to contribute to groundbreaking aerospace programs and mission-critical projects. The Space Sector is looking for individuals with bold ideas, courage, and a proactive mindset to help advance spaceflight hardware integration and testing efforts.
