Posted:
2/9/2026, 7:14:21 AM
Location(s):
San Diego, California, United States ⋅ California, United States
Experience Level(s):
Junior ⋅ Mid Level
Field(s):
Mechanical Engineering
The Mission Enabling Products organization within the Northrop Grumman Space Systems pushes the boundaries of innovation, redefines engineering capabilities, and drives advances in various sciences. Our team is chartered with providing the skills, innovative technologies to develop, design, produce and sustain optimized product lines across the sector while providing a decisive advantage to the warfighter. Come be a part of our mission.
Northrop Grumman Mission Enabling Products Organization is currently looking for a Manufacturing Technician 1 to work in our San Diego, CA location. Successful candidate will work 1st Shift (5:00am – 2:30pm). The Manufacturing Technician 1 position performs functions associated with all manufacturing operations in Precision Assembly and panel fabrication.
Primary Responsibilities:
Handling and managing fragile composite materials
Prep, lay-up and bonding of composite products.
Experience with layup of uni-directional and weave pre-pregs
May 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 instructions.
Basic Qualifications:
High School diploma or equivalent and or 0 - 2 years additional education and/or related discipline
Experience working in a composites/manufacturing environment (space/satellite structures, aerospace manufacturing environment)
Demonstrated Mechanical Ability.
Able to read, write and work to written instructions, blueprints, or shop drawings in English.
Proficient use of basic shop arithmetic.
Must be a US Citizen
Ability to work under limited supervision.
Ability to lift/push/pull up to 50 pounds.
Ability to be on feet for up to 8+ hours each day.
Ability to work Overtime and Weekends as needed.
Preferred Qualifications:
Strong attention to detail.
Excels in a team environment.
Initiative, self-starter, adaptable, and high motivation for excellence.
Ability to multitask, prioritize.
Experience or familiarity with ISO requirements, standards, and compliance issues.
Standard computer literacy skills in Microsoft Office: Word and Excel.
Experience with cranes and rigging, forklifts, and similar manufacturing equipment
Website: https://northropgrumman.com/
Headquarter Location: Falls Church, Virginia, United States
Employee Count: 10001+
Year Founded: 1994
IPO Status: Public
Last Funding Type: Grant
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