Role Description & Responsibilities:
As a Machinist in our Case Center of Excellence, you will work on and inspect next generation composite structures. This job involves machining parts per specification by setting up and operating CNC equipment. The Machinist is responsible for: quality of the product by performing both in-process and final part inspections, care and maintenance of the equipment, assuring tooling and materials readiness, and maintaining a clean and safe work environment. This position will require the individual to provide training to others in all aspects of CNC equipment setup, operation and maintenance.
This position requires a willingness to work any shift including nights/weekends and requires onsite presence due to the nature of the role.
Job Duties:

Sets up and operates a variety of machine tools such as milling machines, grinders to make metal and composite parts, mechanisms, tools, or machines to exacting tolerances and dimensions.
* Able to work from blueprints, sketches, planning sheets, verbal instructions, and/or engineering specifications, tooling, or equipment information.
* Familiarity with MasterCam or other CAM program for programming CNC machines. Program and edit, G-Code and conversational.
* Use a variety of machinist hand tools and precision measuring instruments. Make standard shop computations relating to dimensions of work, tooling, feeds, and speeds.
* Measure, mark, and scribe dimensions and reference points to lay out stock for machining.
* Fit and assemble precision parts into mechanical equipment and determine material, parts, and equipment required.
* Follows established manufacturing methods using standard machines tools, materials, and tooling.
* Adjusts feeds, speeds, and depth of cut to machine quality parts.
* Operates hand and power tools to deburr precision and complex machined parts in accordance with semi-complicated engineering blueprints.
* Routinely maintains equipment to ensure cleanliness, accuracy, and reliability.
* Actively implements lean initiatives by identifying and providing suggestions on areas for improvement. Effectively applies lean concepts and tools in work area.
* Observes all company policies and procedures, especially safety rules, and maintains a clean and orderly work area.
* Experience working in a team environment, collaborating with group members in problem solving.
* Training and mentoring machinists.
* Make in house tool fixtures and tooling.
This position may be filled as a Level 3 or Level 4 based on the qualifications outlined below.
Basic Qualifications:
Machinist 3

High school diploma or GED and 4 years of machinist experience with machine tools such as lathes, milling machines, shapers, planers, and precision grinders.
* Experience on 3 Axis CNC machines
* Able to work in a standing position for extended time periods
* Able to lift or move a minimum of 35 -50 lbs. for up to 12 hours per day; pushing or pulling 35 -50+ lbs. occasionally throughout the work day
* Communication skills to effectively interact with peers for training and workflow coordination.
* U.S. Citizenship is required for this position
* Must have current and active DoD Secret Security Clearance within a reasonable period of time, as determined by the company to meet its business needs
* Ability to obtain Program Special access within a reasonable period of time, as determined by the company to meet its business needs
* Willingness to train lower-level machinist
Machinist 4

High school diploma or GED and 6 years of machinist experience machine tools such as lathes, milling machines, shapers, planers, and precision grinders.
* Experience on 3 and 5 axis CNC machines
* Able to work in a standing position for extended time periods
* Able to lift or move a minimum of 35 -50 lbs. for up to 12 hours per day; pushing or pulling 35 -50+ lbs. occasionally throughout the work day
* Willingness and capability to learn new tasks.
* Communication skills to effectively interact with peers for training and workflow coordination.
* U.S. Citizenship is required for this position
* Must have current and active DoD Secret Security Clearance within a reasonable period of time, as determined by the company to meet its business needs
* Ability to obtain Program Special access within a reasonable period of time, as determined by the company to meet its business needs
* Proven history of training lower-level machinist
Preferred Qualifications:

8 years of experience with 3 and 5 Axis CNC vertical machining centers.
* Associates degree or Trade School certification
* Experience with all common metals, composite, and honeycomb materials
* Completion of a formal apprenticeship or equivalent training and experience.
* Experience with HAAS Machining Centers
Salary Range: $60,800 - $101,400
Salary Range 2: *$72,200 - $120,400
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. U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.