Manufacturing Technician 1 at Northrop Grumman in Charlotte, NC

Requisition ID: R10171283
• Category: Manufacturing and Production
• Location: Charlotte, North Carolina, United States of America
• Clearance Type: None
• Telecommute: No- Teleworking not available for this position
• Shift: 12 Hour Night Shift - I (United States of America)
• Travel Required: No
• Positions Available: 1
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. An organization within Northrop Grumman's Payload and Ground Systems (PGS) division, SYNOPTICS is the world-wide leader in the growth, fabrication, and coating of crystalline materials used in laser systems. These "solid-state" laser crystals are used in products ranging from medical lasers to military laser systems.
The Charlotte facility has been operating for over 40 years in the laser industry and has developed the reputation of providing the highest quality products with timely deliveries.
Within the facility, solid-state oxide and fluoride crystals are grown from a high-temperature melt. SYNOPTICS has full optical fabrication capabilities for various plano and spherical geometries. SYNOPTICS serves the photonics and optics industry across the globe.
Learn more about SYNOPTICS at our website: .
This position is onsite in Charlotte, NC. Hybrid/remote options are not available.
Major Responsibilities:
Individual will be responsible for the complete Crystal Growth process from start to finish utilizing Manufacturing Process Documents to include: Weighing and mixing raw materials, preparing and building growth chambers, operating crystal growth furnaces, starting and monitoring and ending crystal growth runs, harvesting and inspecting final crystal products.
Other duties include:
Maintain and operate all Crystal Growth machines and various support equipment, maintain complete and accurate records of all processes related to crystal growth runs, provide supporting labor to crucible cleaning operations, participate in Lean Manufacturing team initiatives with supervisors and engineering, participate in maintaining a safe, efficient, and clean work place, and other duties as assigned by the area supervisor.
Basic Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent

• Experience with standard hand tools and measuring devices including calipers and rulers.

• Must be able to lift 50lbs on a frequent basis

• Strong work ethic and willingness to learn

• Must have computer experience and be able to work with spreadsheets.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Associates degree in technical discipline is highly preferred.

• Mechanical aptitude and good troubleshooting skills are preferred.

Salary Range: $39,100 - $65,100
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.