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Machinist 2
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About the role
RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: No CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the Time Description 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. Northrop Grumman Aeronautics Systems (NGAS) has an opening for a Machinist 2 . This position will be supporting our Beavercreek, OH facilities and requires onsite presence due to the nature of the role. We are a world-class manufacturer of composite structures, radomes, and antenna systems for military applications. The role will be responsible for setting up and operating 3 and 5 Axis Milling Machines. This is a great opportunity for an experienced CNC Machinist who desires exciting and challenging work to join our team! Essential Duties / Responsibilities: • Plan machining by studying work orders, blueprints, engineering plans, materials, specifications, and machining parameters; interpreting geometric dimensions and tolerances (GD&T). • Align and fasten work using standard fixtures and established methods. • Use a variety of machinist hand tools and precision measuring instruments. • Perform computations relating to dimensions of work, tooling, feeds, and speeds. • Program and edit G-Code and conversational. • Implement lean initiatives by identifying and providing suggestions on areas for improvement. The ideal candidate will be able to work under minimal supervision, be a quick learner, and a team player. He / She will have high integrity and understand the importance of escalating errors to their supervisor immediately. Basic Qualifications for a Machinist 2: • Must have a high school diploma or equivalent/GED and 2 years of additional education and/or related experience • Must be able to pass a New Hire Physical prior to start • Must be able to pass an Eye Exam prior to start • Must have experience running machines and setup • Must have experience on 3 Axis CNC machines • Must be able to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret Security Clearance Preferred Qualifications: • 2 years of experience with 5 Axis CNC vertical machining centers. • Active Secret DoD Security Clearance • Associates degree or Trade School certification • Experience with composite, honeycomb, and aluminum materials Preferred Qualifications: • 4 years of experience with 5 Axis CNC vertical machining centers. • Active Secret DoD Security Clearance • Associates degree or Trade School certification • Experience with composite, honeycomb, and aluminum materials Primary Level Salary Range: $46,700.00 - $77,900.00 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 a