**Requisition ID: R10170182**

+ **Category:** Flight Operations

+ **Location:** Lake Charles, Louisiana, United States of America

+ **Clearance Type:** None

+ **Telecommute:** No- Teleworking not available for this position

+ **Shift:** Any (United States of America)

+ **Travel Required:** Yes, 10% of the Time

+ **Positions Available:** 2

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.

**Are you ready to put your experience to work at Northrop Grumman? If so, Our Defense Systems Sector wants you to join our Team as an Aircraft Sheet Metal Technician 3. This position is located at Lake Charles, LA.**

**You will become a part of our Maintenance and Fabrication Solutions located at Lake Charles, LA.**

**Your duties include:**

+ **Set up and operate various machines to include brake benders, hydraulic press, sanders, saws, shear and various hand tools.**

+ **Interpret engineering drawings and work instructions.**

+ **Fabricate form blocks using drawings and samples.**

+ **Hand forming parts using drawings, form blocks and appropriate methods of fabrication.**

+ **Communicate with others about part dimensions, methods of fabrication, equipment usage and general shop requirements.**

+ **Personally monitor and verify dimensions and quality of parts.**

+ **Be willing to learn specialized processes**

+ **Keep work area neat and clean**

+ **Complete required paperwork accurately on a timely basis.**

**Basic qualifications:**

+ **High school diploma or equivalent.**

+ **A minimum of 4 years fabrication experience.**

+ **Knowledge of basic computer skills**

+ **Ability to obtain a Security Clearance should the Program requirements change.**

**Salary Range:** $49,900 - $83,100

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.

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.