Aircraft Structures Mechanic 1/2

Northrop Grumman Aerospace Systems has an opening for an Aircraft Structures Mechanic 1/2 to join our team of qualified, diverse individuals within our E-2D Manufacturing and Production Organization. This role will be located in Saint Augustine, Florida.

The selected candidate will perform a variety of operations to assemble and make major assembly structures such as fuselage panels and bulkheads, and structural subassemblies such as rudders, flaps, and stabilizers.

Essential Functions:

• Read and understand blueprints and translate into fabrications of structural assemblies to include: precision drilling, countersinking, and the use of calibrated tools
• Aligning parts on jigs using templates and fixtures
• Performing part-fitting operations: filing sawing, burring, crimping, trimming, framing, riveting, drilling and reaming
• Measures parts with micrometers and calipers to verify dimensions
• May modify incomplete and complete assemblies to incorporate changes to structure and verify quality in accordance with statistical process or other control procedures
• Required ability to be certified for a half & full face respirator
• Adhere to all required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and safety guidelines and regulations
• Work and communicate over ambient noise
• Work in a variety of work spaces/positions. Work spaces may include but are not limited to small, enclosed spaces, awkward, and elevated spaces. Positions may include bending, twisting, kneeling, crawling, ascending/descending ladders, and/or working overhead.
• Ability to work flexible, changing shifts, including weekends

Potential Shifts:

• 6 am - 4:30 pm (M-Th 4x10s)
• 4:30 pm - 3 am (M-Th 4x10s)
• 2 am - 12:30 pm (M-Th 4x10s)
• 6 am - 6:30 pm (Fr-Sun 3x12s)

We offer multiple shift options, phenomenal learning opportunities, exposure to a wide variety of projects and customers, and a very friendly team environment. We are looking for self-motivated, proactive, and goal-oriented people to help us grow our services and become even better at what we do.

This role will be filled at either a Structures Mechanic 1 or 2 based on the relevant experience required for each role.

Basic Qualifications for Level 1:

• High School diploma or GED and 1 years' experience with sheet metal structures, hydraulic parts, assemblies, components, manufacturing electrical and/or systems OR High School diploma​ or GED and completion of Aircraft Fabrication (AFAB) program or Airframe & Powerplant (A&P) license.
• Must be able to perform moderate strenuous physical and repetitious work to include bending, stooping, kneeling, lifting up to 25 pounds, and working overhead
• Must be able to access small, confined spaces and work in an enclosed environment
• Ability to pass medical/respiratory evaluation in order to obtain and maintain necessary respirator clearance and compliance with all respirator fitting requirements
• Ability to obtain and maintain Secret DoD Clearance within a reasonable period of time, as determined by the company to meet its business needs

Basic Qualifications for Level 2:

• High School Diploma or GED and 2 years' experience with sheet metal structures, hydraulic parts, assemblies, components, manufacturing electrical and/or systems.​
• Must be able to perform moderate strenuous physical and repetitious work to include: bending, stooping, kneeling, lifting up to 25 pounds, and working overhead.
• Must be able to access small, confined spaces and work in an enclosed environment.
• The ability to pass Medical/Respiratory Exam.
• The ability to work any work schedule and overtime as needed by the business.
• Ability to obtain and maintain Secret DOD clearance in a reasonable amount of time as required by the business.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with structural subassemblies such as rudders, flaps and stabilizers.
• E-2D Hawkeye experience
• Experience working on an aerospace manufacturing new production line
• Military manufacturing and/or maintenance experience
• Active Secret DoD Clearance last investigated within the last 5 1/2 years
• Knowledge of common tools, ability to record and understand precise measurements.
• Completion of an A&P certificate program or AFAB Program

What we offer:
At Northrop Grumman, we are on the cutting edge of innovation -- building the next generation of sophisticated aircraft to protect our country. Our diverse portfolio of programs means there are endless paths to cultivate your career. We are well-known for our inclusive, family environment, phenomenal learning opportunities, and exposure to a wide variety of projects and customers. We also offer comprehensive benefits including competitive medical and dental options, a great 401K matching program, college education assistance, annual bonuses, 14 Employee Resource Groups inclusive of all employees, and opportunities for career advancement across North America