Milling Machine Machinist 1 or 2

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available

CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: No

CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret

TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the TimeDescription

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 Aeronautics Systems (NGAS) has an opening for a Milling Machine Machinist 1 or 2 to join our team of qualified, diverse individuals. The position requires on-site support located in Palmdale, CA where technology and teamwork come together.

Job duties to include:

Sets up and operates horizontal, multi joint or vertical numerical control machines to perform machining operations such as compound angles and contours; boring compound angular holes; doing helical and spiral milling; serrating; and gear, spline, and keyway cutting and spray to exacting tolerances. Selects, mounts, and aligns various specialized machine attachments and standard or improvised tooling; follows sequence of operations, number of cuts required, and method of setup; determines, sets, and monitors speeds, feeds; interprets blueprints, sketches, and engineering specifications; uses a variety of machinist hand tools and precision measuring instruments; makes standard shop computations; and measures, marks, and scribe's dimensions and reference points to lay out stock for machining. May monitor and verify quality in accordance with statistical processes or other control procedures. Equipment Monitoring: Oversee automated systems, robotic assembly lines, or conveyor networks using computer-controlled interfaces and HMIs. Quality Assurance: Conduct routine quality checks on processed or manufactured goods to ensure they meet exact specifications. Documentation: Maintain accurate daily logs of machine downtime, performance metrics, and maintenance activities. Safety Compliance: Enforce strict adherence to safety regulations, use personal protective equipment (PPE), and ensure workspaces are free of hazards. 

Basic Qualifications for Milling Machine Machinist Level 1:

• High School diploma or equivalent and 0 years additional education and/or related experience

• Experience with robotics and CNC Machining

• Experience with precision measuring Instruments - Micrometers, Preset Torque tools, Reference inspection gauges, Dial indicators

• This position requires the ability to perform moderate strenuous physical and repetitious work to include bending, stooping, walking for long periods of time, lifting up to 35 lbs., climbing up ladders

• Ability to work these 3 shifts: 
  4/10 Days, Mon - Thurs 5:00am – 3:30pm
  4/10 Nights, Mon - Thurs 4:12pm – 2:42am
  3/10 Days, Fri – Sun 5:00am – 3:30pm

Basic Qualifications for Milling Machine Machinist Level 2:

• High School diploma or equivalent and 2 years additional education and/or related experience

• Experience with robotics and CNC Machining

• Experience with precision measuring Instruments - Micrometers, Preset Torque tools, Reference inspection gauges, Dial indicators

• This position requires the ability to perform moderate strenuous physical and repetitious work to include bending, stooping, walking for long periods of time, lifting up to 35 lbs., climbing up ladders

Ability to work these 3 shifts: 
4/10 Days, Mon - Thurs 5:00am – 3:30pm
4/10 Nights, Mon - Thurs 4:12pm – 2:42am
3/10 Days, Fri – Sun 5:00am – 3:30pm

Preferred Qualifications:

• Formal CNC Machining Certificate

Primary Level Salary Range: $51,400.00 - $85,600.00Secondary Level Salary Range: $61,100.00 - $101,800.00

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.