Machinist - 2/3 - Second Shift
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Requisition ID: R10168217 * *Category:* Manufacturing and Production * *Location:* Elkton, Maryland, United States of America * *Clearance Type:* Secret * *Telecommute:* No- Teleworking not available for this position * *Shift:* 1st Shift (United States of America) * *Travel Required:* No * *Relocation Assistance:* Relocation assistance may be available * *Positions Available:* 4At 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 is in need of a *Machinist *to work at its *Elkton, Maryland* facility. *Northrop Grumman Propulsion Systems and Controls (PS&C)* facility in Elkton, Maryland began solid-propellant rocket operations in 1948. Today, the Elkton PS&C facility designs, develops, and produces solid-propellant propulsion and ordnance systems in programs professionally managed for a wide variety of Government and commercial customers. The facility also serves as the hub for offsite engineering and test facilities in Ronkonkoma, NY and Palm Beach Gardens, FL. Elkton, Maryland is located on the Upper Chesapeake Bay, midway between Philadelphia and Baltimore. Discover charming small towns, parks with miles of trails, specialty and antique shops, award winning restaurants, and inns. You can hike, bike, camp, bird watch, ride horseback, or drop a fishing line. Five rivers, Chesapeake Bay and the C&D Canal can be explored by boat or by land. Experience panoramic views from Turkey Point Lighthouse on a bluff overlooking the Bay, or from the banks of the C&D Canal where ships from around the globe cruise. *Note - this is a Second shift position. Second shift positions are eligible for an added 10% shift differential in pay.* *Job Responsibilities:** Set-up and operating CNC and conventional machine shop equipment * Ability to use lathes and mills to produce parts per drawing and/or written technical specifications * Must be able to work with minimal supervision * Willing to work with explosives*This position can be filled at either the Machinist 2 or Machinist 3 level, depending on years of experience and qualifications.* *Basic Requirements - Machinist level 2** High school diploma or equivalent education * Minimum 2 years of experience working in a machine shop * Must have the ability to interpret blueprints, sketches, GD & T, and other engineering specifications * Must have working knowledge of shop floor mathematics and measuring tools/equipment * Ability to set-up and operate a variety of machine tools such as lathes, milling machines, and grinders * Must be able to use basic hand tool and precision measuring instruments * Ability to lift up to 50lbs * Candidate must have a willingness to learn and possess a positive team working attitude * Excellent communication, problem solving and troubleshooting skills * Candidate must demonstrate the ability to work safely and concern for the safety of others * Ability to obtain a Secret Clearance which requires US Citizenship as a pre-requisite*Basic Requirements - Machinist level 3** High school diploma or equivalent education * Minimum 4 years of experience working in a machine shop * Must have the ability to interpret blueprints, sketches, GD & T, and other engineering specifications * Must have working knowledge of shop floor mathematics and measuring tools/equipment * Ability to set-up and operate a variety of machine tools such as lathes, milling machines, and grinders * Ability to set-up, program and operate CNC machines. Preferably Mazak and Proto Trak * Must be able to use basic hand tool and precision measuring instrument * Ability to lift up to 50lbs * Candidate must have a willingness to learn and possess a positive team working attitude * Excellent communication, problem solving and troubleshooting skills * Candidate must demonstrate the ability to work safely and concern for the safety of others * Ability to obtain a Secret Clearance which requires US Citizenship as a pre-requisite*Preferred Skills:** Associates Degree * Ability to program and set-up Mazak lathes, mills, and integrex machines * Experience with Proto-Trak lathes and mills * Experience with EDM equipment * Explosive training*This position falls under a Federal Explosives License issued by the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF) for this location. Candidates hired into this role will be required to complete and submit an Employee Possessor Questionnaire to ATF for approval to be a possessor.**Salary Range: *$46,400 - $77,300*Salary Range 2: *$55,100 - $91,900The 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.