ELECTRONIC ASSEMBLER

Description

At 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 Strategic Space Systems Division in Azusa, CA is seeking a mechanical technician to join the team. This position will report on-site daily and be represented by our bargaining unit union group.

Summary

Assembles, modifies, reworks, and repairs wire harness, electronic and mechanical subassemblies. Assembles, micro-soldering, and micro-welding operations to fabricate microelectronic and infrared detector assemblies. Performs intricate placement and alignment, wire bonding and hand soldering of miniature components. Uses micrometers, dial indicators, soldering irons, crimping tools, connector pin insertion and removing tools, and any other special tooling as required to perform tasks. Performs any rework requiring similar operations. Must be certified to meet all applicable standards / procedures. Will be required to work using self-inspection as the guidelines for quality work in a team environment.

Work Performed

Assembles, modifies, reworks, and repairs wire harness, electronic and electro-mechanical and mechanical portions of electro-mechanical units. Including the integration of subassemblies into final assemblies. Mounts electronic circuit chips and micro-electronic components.

Will obtain parts or materials for use in process. Will deliver materials or obtain tooling. Performs proofing for continuity and Go-No-Go testing using electronic test equipment. May set up and operate thermos-compression and ultrasonic bonding equipment, parallel gap welders, reflow solder machine, ovens and controllers, component pick and place machines, seam sealers, particle impact noise detection equipment, gross and fine leak detectors and hybrid de-lidding machines.

Able to utilize work area control systems. Requires computer literacy. Works from assembly drawings, shop aids, Manufacturing Assembly Instructions, Manufacturing Process Instructions, Shop orders. Must understand and use the barcode tracking systems for work in-process and completion.

Performs routine maintenance such as optimizing weld schedules, replacing wire spools, cleaning de-lid machine, adjusting reflow solder machine, adjusting special tooling, and general work area housekeeping. Understands and maintains specified equipment and calibration requirements. Must have knowledge of calibration requirements regarding first article, in-process and final inspection using required equipment or processes.

Will be expected to perform quality inspection and acceptance tasks. Certification of ability to perform to the above is required and must be obtained from the quality assurance control center.

Performs related and incidental work as required in the completion of the assigned tasks. Must be able to follow exacting written and verbal instructions. Must be capable of working on parts under magnification. May be required to train team members and new employees. Must obtain required certifications necessary to perform job tasks.

Qualifications

Requires high school / trade school or equivalent, & three (3) years of electrical and electro-mechanical assembly experience.

Must be able to perform all essential job functions and environmental / physical considerations per Employee Requisition.

Preferred Qualifications

Ability to obtain & maintain a security clearance

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 http : / / www.northropgrumman.com / EEO. U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.

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