Engineering Technician 2

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Propulsion Systems is currently seeking an Engineering Technician 2 , to provide laboratory support at the Promontory, Utah site.

Role Description:

The candidate will be responsible for preparing, testing and evaluating a wide variety of adhesives to support laboratory testing and quality assurance processes. This role plays a critical part in ensuring material integrity, regulatory compliance, and accurate test results.

The quality lab performs analyses and tests of raw materials, packaging materials, and/or finished products from manufacturing, to ensure quality standards and compliance to customer and regulatory requirements, and tolerance specifications for the chemical or physical properties. Performs a variety of qualitative tests or qualitative assays on samples, and maintenance and certification of test instruments and apparatus to ensure compliance. Prepares and monitors quality statistics and reports. Reviews production records for conformance to procedures. Conducts non-conformance tests of manufactured, packaged or tested product.

Engineering Technicians are responsible for performing a wide variety of chemical and physical analyses on various inert and energetic materials to assess acceptability against defined requirements. Testing ranges from traditional mechanical evaluations to advanced analytical chemistry techniques to physical property evaluations. Successful candidates will work with experienced chemists and technicians who operate analytical test equipment including chromatographic and spectroscopic instrumentation, viscometers, titrators, particle size analyzers, mechanical testing instrumentation, and various other instruments and laboratory equipment. A fast-paced laboratory environment offers the flexibility to learn new skill sets of interest while developing expertise in specific lab areas.

Job Duties:

• Collect representative samples in accordance with engineering, regulatory, and laboratory requirements.
• Verify material identification and ensure traceability during the fabrication and testing process.
• Maintain the cleanliness and organization of tools, areas, and equipment.
• Ensure all materials are properly labeled and stored following engineering and planning requirements.
• Communicate any inconsistencies, deviations, or safety concerns to appropriate personnel.
• Collaborate with laboratory teams to coordinate timely and efficient material handling.
• Adhere to safety and hygiene standards, including the use of personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Support inspections, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Maintain laboratory infrastructure including sample preparation and equipment set-ups and breakdown.
• Maintain neat and accurate records to company standards.
• Work with LIMS, Quality, and inventory databases to track material and test results.
• Candidate will be expected to maintain a high standard of operational discipline to support clean, safe, and efficient operations.

Experience Requirements:

• Experience in a laboratory, manufacturing, or warehouse environment, especially with chemical handling, is highly desirable.

• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow procedures precisely.
• Familiarity with MSDS/SDS and hazardous material handling procedures.
• Ability to work independently and as a part of a team.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs regularly.
• Comfortable working in environments that may involve exposure to chemicals, noise, and temperature variations.
• Use of PPE including gloves, safety glasses, lab smocks, and ESD safety shoes is required.
• Basic computer and software competencies are required.
• Flexibility to occasionally work swing shifts and weekends when required.

Experience Preferred:

• 2+ years of hands-on experience with adhesives in engineering, manufacturing, or lab setting.
• Strong understanding of adhesive chemistry and bonding principles.
• Knowledge of surface preparation, application techniques, cure cycles, and post-processing.
• Mechanical testing knowledge (e.g., tensile, shear and peel strength).
• Familiarity with ASTM methods related to adhesive performance.
• Experience with handling and disposal of energetic materials.

Skills & Qualifications:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent time management and organizational skills.
• Strong hands-on work ethic and can-do attitude.
• Demonstrated attention to detail.
• Must be disciplined to follow detailed instructions and comply to procedures.

Education/Certifications:

• Associate degree in a technical field or at least 2 years of related technical experience in lieu of a degree.

Salary Range: $43,200.00 - $72,000.00The 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 U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.