Northrop Grumman Australia ยท 4 months ago
Composite Bonder Technician 2
United States-Utah-Clearfield
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
$20.72/hr - $34.57/hr
2+ years expNorthrop Grumman is a leader in aerospace and defense technologies, seeking a Composite Bonder Technician 2 to join their operations team in Clearfield, UT. The role involves working with various materials to create bonded assemblies and requires a solid understanding of composite fabrication processes.
Defense & Space
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Read and interpret blueprints
Lay out articles, cuts parts or materials to size and apply liquid or solid bonding agents
Understanding of ply orientations and vacuum bagging processes
Operates autoclave, hydraulic presses and ovens to complete bonding cycle
Control conditions of heat, pressure, and timing by setting and operating various controls according to the specifications for the materials and the bonding agent being used
Sand, burs and smooth over areas, apply sealing resins to cut or exposed edges
Monitor and verify quality of finished product
Complete repairs on composite, metal or laminate bonded products using inspection and rework instructions. Verifies quality of finished product
Qualification
Required
High School diploma or GED with at least 2-years of relatable composite fabrication or bonding experience in manufacturing/production environment
DoD Secret Security Clearance and special program access required to start, but not required to apply
Must be able to perform moderate strenuous physical and repetitious work to include: lifting over 25 pounds, working with chemicals, prolonged overhead work, climbing up and down ladders, prolonged kneeling, bending, or stooping, and carrying tools
Must be able to access small, confined spaces and work in an enclosed environment
Ability to work flexible, changing shifts, including weekends
Must successfully complete and pass the 'ASTAR New Hire Training / Compliance' within a reasonable time period, as defined by the company to meet its business need
Preferred
Completion of AFAB Certification (115- Structures, 120- Composites, 110- Blueprints, 130- Ethics)
Experience with hydraulic parts, aircraft fabrication, assemblies, components, and systems in an aerospace, automotive, military, manufacturing and/or maintenance environment
Active DoD Secret Clearance with a background investigation completed within the last six years with the ability to obtain program access
Experience with structural subassemblies such as rudders, flaps and stabilizers
Benefits
Health insurance coverage
Life and disability insurance
Savings plan
Company paid holidays
Paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business
Company
Northrop Grumman Australia
Northrop Grumman Australia is the Australia-based arm of Northrop Grumman Corporation and committed to generating long-term prosperity, investing in advanced Research & Development, sovereign and exportable Intellectual Property, high-quality jobs and long-term technology leadership across the Commonwealth.
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageCompany data provided by crunchbase