Requisition ID: R10185028- Category: Technical Support
- Location: Saint Charles, Missouri, United States of America
- Clearance Type: None
- Telecommute: No- Teleworking not available for this position
- Shift: 1st Shift (United States of America)
- Travel Required: No
- Positions Available: 1
At Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportunities to work on revolutionary systems that impact peoples 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 nations 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, theyre making history. An organization within Northrop Grumman’s Payload and Ground Systems (PGS) division, Cutting Edge Optronics is a leading provider of high-power laser diode arrays, high power pump modules and diode-pumped solid-state (DPSS) lasers. We are a vertically integrated manufacturer capable of supplying unmounted diode bars, packaged laser diodes, DPSS modules, laser diode drivers and complete DPSS laser systems. Our diode laser-based products have become industry standards and are used in a wide variety of commercial and military applications.
Learn more about Cutting Edge Optronics at our website:.
Northrop Grumman - Cutting Edge Optronics (CEO) is looking for a highly motivated Microelectronic Technician. The Microelectronic Technician will perform operations associated with the assembly of laser diode electronic assemblies. All work takes place in a team-oriented cleanroom. Responsibilities are subject to change dependent upon your personal experience/strengths and specific needs of Cutting Edge Optronics.
Responsibilities:
Perform a variety of tasks related to the building of laser diode assemblies
Smooth metal surfaces or edges
Shape metal workpieces with hands and/or small tools
Align parts or workpieces to ensure proper assembly
Solder parts or workpieces
Inspect parts for proper assembly
Read blueprints, wiring diagrams, schematic drawings, or engineering instructions for assembling laser diode electronic units, applying knowledge of electronic theory and components
Correct malfunctions by adjusting or replacing parts as directed
Maintain production or processing equipment
Clean and maintain work area
Basic Qualifications:
STEM Associate degree focusing on electronics
3-5 years manufacturing electronics components
Excellent fine motor skills, including the ability to handle small, fragile materials using tweezers
Demonstrated ability to solder/assemble components using microscope or other form of magnification
Comfortable wearing full cleanroom attire
Good oral communication and interpersonal skills
Able to follow written operational procedures
Willingness and capability to learn new tasks
Preferred Qualifications:
Knowledge of lasers and optical components
Experience working with laser diodes
Experience with Microsoft Office software (Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint)
Salary Range: $49,400 - $82,400
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 candidates experience, education, skills and current spanet 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 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.
