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Mechanical Technician 1

Northrop Grumman

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Redondo Beach, CA (On-Site/Office)

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available

CLEARANCE TYPE: None

TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the Time

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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.

Expand your horizons, advance your career, and contribute to a secure future for generations. Northrop Grumman's Space Sector invites you to bring your pioneering spirit to our collaborative teams. As a Mechanical Technician Level 1 located in Redondo Beach, CA, you'll be a linchpin in missions of paramount importance, defining the art of the possible from day one.

Strategic Space Systems Division (SSSD) is an industry-leading provider for prime satellite and payload capabilities and directed energy and electronics solutions for national security, military, and civil customers. We are built on a heritage of providing innovative, affordable and reliable aerospace and defense products that our customers rely on to achieve mission success. Join the Space revolution and make the impossible, possible.

Northrop Grumman is looking for a Mechanical Technician 1 to support our Mechanisms and Sensor area. This position performs a variety of tasks ranging from repetitive to non-repetitive operations in the development of mechanical and electromechanical designs, tests, fabrications, modifications, assemblies and components. Devices, fabricates, and assembles new or modified mechanical components or assemblies. Sets up and tests complete mechanical units and subassemblies under operational conditions.

Performs a variety of duties assisting mechanical engineers in the development of mechanical and electromechanical engineering designs, tests, fabrications, modifications, assemblies and components. Drafts detailed drawings for fabrication. Devices, fabricates, and assembles new or modified mechanical components or assemblies. Sets up and tests complete prototype units and subassemblies under operational conditions. Analyzes data and recommends modifications to components or test procedure to meet desired specifications.

Responsibilities:
  • Assisting engineers in the development of mechanical and electromechanical engineering designs, tests, fabrications, modifications, assemblies and components.
  • Precision cleaning and lubricating of various hardware.
  • Must be able to work with various chemicals and solvents.
  • Working from written instructions that provide methods and sequence of assembly operations. Using assembly drawings and diagrams.
  • Performs a variety of tasks ranging from repetitive to non-repetitive operations on electronic and/or mechanical assemblies and subassemblies.
  • Perform a variety of tasks including but not limited to mechanical assembly, precision soldering, harness routing, bonding, electrical test using test procedures and other comparable tasks using tools such as solder irons, torque wrenches, machine tools, multimeters.
  • Individual must be able to demonstrate to Quality Assurance that work performed meets engineering drawing requirements.
  • Read, interpret and understand engineering drawings.
  • Willing to work weekends as needed.
  • Work in clean room environments with gown.


As a full-time employee of Northrop Grumman Space Systems, you are eligible for our robust benefits package including:
  • Medical, Dental & Vision coverage
  • 401k
  • Educational Assistance
  • Life Insurance
  • Employee Assistance Programs & Work/Life Solutions
  • Paid Time Off
  • Health & Wellness Resources
  • Employee Discounts


This position's standard work schedule is a 9/80. The 9/80 schedule allows employees who work a nine-hour day Monday through Thursday to take every other Friday off.

Basic Qualifications for Mechanical Technician 1:
  • High School Diploma or General Education Diploma (G.E.D) required and 0 years additional education and/or mechanical assy experience.
  • Knowledge and experience with the use of a variety of hand tools and mechanical equipment.
  • Strong work ethic, positive attitude and willingness to learn.
  • Ability to work in diverse teams of design engineers, manufacturing engineers and technicians


Preferred Qualifications for Mechanical Technician 1:
  • Experience using common hand tools and calibrated tools Torque Wrenches, Heat Guns, Crimp Tools, Soldering Irons, Thermal Wire Stripers, Microscopes, Thermal Chambers/Ovens, etc
  • Strong communication skills
  • Familiar with electromechanical assembly. Have common knowledge of precision type assembly work.
  • Past experience building spacecraft structures, sub-structures, deployable', hinges and electromechanical assemblies
  • Work independently with minimal direction.
  • Installing/bonding heaters, thermistors, thermostats onto assemblies. Installing gears, electrical motors. Thermally install interfaces. All parts will be properly assembled together


Primary Level Salary Range: $45,800.00 - $76,400.00

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.
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Northrop Grumman solves the toughest problems in space, aeronautics, defense and cyberspace to meet the ever-evolving needs of our customers worldwide. Our 90,000 employees are Defining Possible every day using science, technology and engineering to create and deliver advanced systems, products and services. Northrop Grumman careers and internships are as varied as your interests, with a lifetime of potential that will allow you to work together with people from many backgrounds, personal passions and disciplines. © 2025 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.
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