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Manufacturing Technician 2

Northrop Grumman logoNorthrop Grumman$28.00–$34.10/hrKennedy Space Center, FLFull timePosted 1d agoStill open, checked every night

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This posting states $58.2k–$70.9k a year. Open technician jobs in Florida post a median of $73.7k a year, the middle half $67.4k–$77.6k, across 19 jobs that state their pay, so this one is below the middle half of what they post.

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About the job

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available

CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: No

CLEARANCE TYPE: None

TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the Time

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, Space Systems is currently seeking Engineering Technicians to join our team. This position will be supporting our Propulsion Systems Division at our facility located in our Kennedy Space Center, FL office.

Roles and Responsibilities:

The Engineering Technician performs hands on activities/tasks associated with electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, and thermal protection systems application, assembly, and check-out operations. Knowledge of coating removal, critical coating application, and pneumatic tooling operations is also desired. Participates as a team member to positively influence and enhance the safety, quality, cost, and scheduling of their team. Candidate must be well organized and able to follow and execute computer-based shop assembly instructions.

This position can be filled at either level 2 or level 3

Basic Qualifications for a Level 2

  • High School Diploma or equivalent required.
  • 2 years of relevant experience in aerospace, aviation hardware processing or related field.
  • Must have the ability to obtain and maintain a NASA Public Trust access.

Basic Qualifications for a Level 3

  • 4 years of relevant experience in aerospace, aviation hardware processing or related field.

Skills

  • General understanding of electronic work instruction systems (MAXIMO, Solumina).
  • Proficiency with hands-on mechanical assembly, thermal protection material application, protective finish removal processes and paint application of metal structures.
  • Ability to read, understand engineering drawings and schematics.
  • Capability to understand and follow electronic work instruction documents.
  • Proficient with manual and power tools.
  • Good written and oral communication skills.
  • Excellent time management and organizational skills.
  • Self-motivated, requiring minimal oversite; flexible and adaptable to varying work scope and tasks.
  • Strives for excellence in workmanship and defect-free products.
  • Standard computer literacy skills in Microsoft Office.

Position Benefits:

As a full-time employee of Northrop Grumman Space Systems, you are eligible for our robust benefits package including:

  • Medical, Dental & Vision coverage
  • 401k
  • Educational Assistance
  • Life Insurance
  • Employee Assistance Programs & Work/Life Solutions
  • Paid Time Off
  • Health & Wellness Resources
  • Employee Discounts

Primary Level Salary Range: $28.00 - $34.10

Secondary Level Salary Range: $33.00 - $40.00

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

From Northrop Grumman's job posting, checked 10 Nov 2026. The employer's own page is the final word on requirements and availability.

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