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Northrop Grumman Final Assembly Inspector 2 in Palmdale, California
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.
Climb to new heights on your journey when you start Defining Possible with Northrop Grumman. Enjoy a purposeful career in aeronautics that is crucial to the way we connect and protect our world across land, sea, and air. Bring your experience and take advantage of this opportunity to discover how you can start to push past possible and achieve your goals today. Enjoy a diverse, collaborative environment with professionals across the nation ready to help launch your career.
Northrop Grumman Aeronautics Systems (NGAS) is looking for a Final Assembly Inspector 2 to support a program located in our Palmdale, CA facility
Responsibilities include:
Visually and physically inspect aircraft structure, system and electrical installations for conformance to engineering and test requirements using a variety of precision measurement equipment and inspection tools to include micrometers, calipers, ball gages, flashlights, mirrors, ohm meters, laser gauges and depth gages.
Structure inspections include location, gap verification, shim installation, hole drilling, fastener installation, sealing and coatings.
System installations include tube, hose, valve, fastener installation, sealing and coatings common to hydraulic, pneumatic and fuel systems.
Electrical installations include route, clamping, string tie, connector mating, pin insertion, crimping and coatings.
Locate, identify and accurately document nonconforming product/material at time of discovery per applicable procedures.
Visually and physically inspect rework and repair for compliance per engineering requirements.
Mentor technicians on nonconforming product/material discovered during inspection to include engineering requirements, how to identify the non-conformance and process improvement.
Develop, promote, and maintain collaborative team environment with fellow inspectors, support organizations and customers.
Work well as part of a team and individually to increase quality, efficiency, effectiveness and affordability through process improvement and other quality control methods.
Basic Qualifications:
High School Diploma plus 2 years mechanical and/or inspection work experience
Must have experience with inspection tools
Must be willing to work any shift, overtime or non-standard work schedule
Must be able to work around composites, epoxies, and sealants for long periods of time
Must be proficient in Microsoft Office Suite to include but not limited to Word, Excel, Power Point and Outlook
Must be able to perform moderately strenuous physical and repetitious work to include climbing, bending, crawling, stooping, and kneeling, lifting, working with arms overhead, leaning and laying
Must be able to lift, grip, push, pull and hold 25+ pounds
Must be able to work in and around confined spaces to include but not limited to fuel tanks and ducts
Must be able to push and pull own body weight to enter and exit confined spaces
Active Secret Clearance
Ability to obtain Special Program Access
Must be able to pass formal classroom training to include but not limited to hole drilling, sealing, countersinking, and fastener installation.
Must be able to certify for half and full face respirator.
Preferred Qualifications:
2+ years of aircraft structures, systems or electrical experience.
3+ years of aircraft quality experience.
Must be able to effectively communicate both verbally and written.
Experience with MRB process preferred.
Salary Range: $57,800 - $96,300
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.
Employees may be eligible for 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 committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action 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/AA 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.