(DoD Skillbridge) Internship

DoD Skillbridge Internship - Manufacturing Technician 1/2 - A ShiftAt 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.As one of the largest global security companies in the world, Northrop Grumman is proud to help our nation's military personnel make the transition to civilian careers. Approximately 1/4th of Northrop Grumman's 90,000 employees self-identifies as veterans, and more than 1,600 are reservists. The Northrop Grumman Military Internship Program (NG-MIP) is an approved SkillBridge Program under Dept. of Defense Instruction 1322.29. NG-MIP is an opportunity for transitioning service members to gain valuable civilian work experience through an individual internship during their last 6 months of service, for up to 180 days. The Northrop Grumman Military Internship Program is open to all ranks and experience levels. SkillBridge participants are not eligible for compensation from Northrop Grumman, as they continue to receive military compensation and benefits as active-duty service members.Northrop Grumman, Space Systems, is currently seeking a (DoD Skillbridge) Internship - Manufacturing Technician 1/2 - A Shift to join our team. This position will be supporting the Propulsion Systems Division at our Copper Crossing Value Stream (CXVS) facility in Salt Lake City, Utah.Role Description & ResponsibilitiesA Manufacturing Technician performs hands on activities/tasks associated with manufacturing of composite rocket cases. Tasks may include but are not limited to Tooling Assembly/Disassembly, Case Surface Preparation, winding composite equipment operation, maintaining cleanliness of the work area and facilities, and other duties as assigned by the supervisor. These candidates must participate as a team member to positively influence and enhance the safety, quality, cost and schedule of their team. This is a weekday, day shift position (12 hour shifts). Overtime is worked as necessary.Requirements:Must be willing to perform shift work and overtime, as required. This could include weekends and holidays.Must possess a valid state driver's licenseRequired to perform safe handling of hazardous waste materials for disposal.Possess ability to understand and apply stringent procedures to assigned duties.Safe handling of equipment and materials in a manufacturing environmentOperating industrial equipment such as bridge cranes, forklifts, precision measuring instruments and hand tools.Ability to read blueprints.Able to monitor and verify quality in accordance with statistical process control and design specifications.Skills & Qualifications:Able to work a physically demanding day (stand for long periods; work from your knees; ascend and descend ladders; lift, bend, twist push and pull up to 50 lbs.) while wearing protective equipment (respirator, coveralls, gloves, eye and ear protection, etc.).Able to read, comprehend and follow established written instructions without deviationPerform basic math and measurement functionsBasic Qualifications:This position can be filled at either a level 1 or level 2.Basic Qualifications for a Level 1:High School Diploma or GED0-1 years manufacturing experience.Basic Qualifications for a Level 2:High School Diploma or GED2 years of related Composite or Mechanical work experienceAbility to start and end helicals and hoops in carbon winding process, following planning requirements.Able to continuously monitor machinery to ensure winding is completed according to established planning and procedures.Ability to weigh material for mixing process.Ability to work with resins and carbon fiber.Ability to work with chemical cleaning process such as an industrial degreaser.Ability to work with aluminum oxide cloth.Preferred Qualifications:Prefer Associates degree or Technical Certificate related to composite material.Position Benefits:As a full-time employee of Northrop Grumman Space Systems, you are eligible for our robust benefits package including:Medical, Dental & Vision coverage401kEducational AssistanceLife InsuranceEmployee Assistance Programs & Work/Life SolutionsPaid Time OffHealth & Wellness ResourcesSalary Range: $36,300.00 - $60,500.00Salary Range 2: $43,100.00 - $71,900.00 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.