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Manufacturing Technician - Level 1

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Northrop Grumman

Remote

$55,100 Salary, Full-Time

Posted 2 weeks ago (Updated 14 hours ago) • Actively hiring

Expires 7/7/2026

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Job Description

Manufacturing Technician
  • Level 1 Northrop Grumman
  • 4.0 Charlotte, NC Job Details $41,300
  • $68,900 a year 16 hours ago Benefits Paid holidays Disability insurance Health insurance Paid time off Qualifications Rulers Spreadsheets High school diploma or GED Measuring instruments Computer skills Hand tools Full Job Description
RELOCATION ASSISTANCE
No relocation assistance available
CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START
No
CLEARANCE TYPE
None TRAVEL:
No Description 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's Space Sector is seeking a Manufacturing Technician
  • Level 1 to join our team in Charlotte, NC.
This position is 100% onsite and cannot accommodate telecommute work. An organization within Northrop Grumman's, 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 60 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: https://www.northropgrumman.com/space/synoptics/. In this job, you will: Collaborate within a technical team comprised of engineers, welders, and maintenance staff to perform all daily tasks associated with production of oxide and fluoride single crystals grown from the melt in high temperature furnaces. Responsible for the building and monitoring of crystal growth furnaces. Must be able to read and interpret engineering blueprints and assemble furnace builds based off that information.
Other responsibilities will include:
weighing and mixing raw materials, operating crystal growth furnaces, monitoring data and graphs, and harvesting and evaluating final crystal products. The individual will gain hands-on experience operating specialized equipment as well as a technical understanding of the art and science of bulk crystal growth processes. The Manufacturing Technician role requires an eye for detail and high quality of workmanship when assembling growth furnaces. Preparing the raw materials used in the process and harvesting and inspection of the crystals.
Basic Qualifications:
High School Diploma or equivalent is required No clearance required to start Experience with standard hand tools and measuring devices including calipers and rulers Must be able to lift 50 lbs. on a frequent basis Strong work ethic, positive attitude, and willingness to learn Must have computer experience and be able to work with spreadsheet
Preferred Qualifications:
Associates degree in a technical discipline is preferred Strong aptitude in basic math and science disciplines including physics and chemistry are preferred Crystal growth experience is preferred but not required Mechanical aptitude and good troubleshooting skills are preferred
Hazardous Materials:
Hydrochloric, Sulfuric, and Phosphoric Acids; Acetone, Methanol Curious about all the exciting developments with the Northrop Grumman Space Sector?
Click the link below:
https://www.northropgrumman.com/space
Primary Level Salary Range:
$41,300.00
  • $68,900.
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.