Commerce, California, United States · On-site
$51k–$102k/yr
RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: No CLEARANCE TYPE: None TRAVEL: NoDescription At Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportunities to work on revolution…
Skills: Heat Treating, Furnace Operation, Pyrometry, Hardness Testing, Blueprint Reading
Charlottesville, Virginia, United States · On-site
$81k–$152k/yr
RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: No CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the TimeDescription At Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportunities t…
Skills: Mechanical Inspection, Quality Analysis, Ishikawa, FMEA, DOE
Los Angeles, California, United States · On-site
$177k–$266k/yr
RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: Yes CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the TimeDescription At Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportunit…
Skills: Systems Engineering, Requirements Development, IBM Rational DOORS, Verification and Validation, Technical Baseline Management
Roy, Utah, United States · On-site
$79k–$148k/yr
RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: No CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the TimeDescription At Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportuniti…
Skills: Quality Engineering, Risk Management, Root Cause Analysis, Corrective Actions, System Engineering
Melbourne, Florida, United States · On-site
$98k–$148k/yr
RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: Yes CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the TimeDescription At Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportunit…
Skills: C/C++, Object Oriented Programming, Linux, Windows, Agile Software Development
Los Angeles, California, United States · On-site
$114k–$213k/yr
RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: Yes CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the TimeDescription At Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportunit…
Skills: Requirements Development, Test Case Development, Verification and Validation, IBM Rational DOORS, Technical Baseline Management
Edwards AFB, California, United States · On-site
$76k–$141k/yr
RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: Yes CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the TimeDescription At Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportunit…
Skills: Configuration Management, Data Management, Teamcenter, SAP, Manufacturing Execution System
Los Angeles, California, United States · On-site
$147k–$220k/yr
RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: Yes CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the TimeDescription At Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportunities …
Skills: Operations Management, Control Account Management, Earned Value Management, ERP/MRP Systems, Continuous Improvement
Warner Robins, Georgia, United States · On-site
$66k–$119k/yr
RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: No CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the TimeDescription At Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportuniti…
Skills: C, C++, Ada, Object-Oriented Programming, Software Development Life Cycle
Gilbert, Arizona, United States · On-site
$98k–$148k/yr
RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: No CLEARANCE TYPE: None TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the TimeDescription At Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportunities to …
Skills: FPGA Design, ASIC Design, HDL, RTL Design, System Verilog
Melbourne, Florida, United States · On-site
$98k–$148k/yr
RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: Yes CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the TimeDescription At Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportunit…
Skills: Software Development Life Cycle, Automated Testing, C/C++, Object Oriented Programming, Linux
Aurora, Colorado, United States · On-site
$177k–$266k/yr
RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: Yes CLEARANCE TYPE: Top Secret TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the TimeDescription At Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opport…
Skills: Java, Git, Agile, Containerization, Kubernetes
Clearfield, Utah, United States · On-site
$79k–$148k/yr
RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: No CLEARANCE TYPE: Top Secret TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the TimeDescription At Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportu…
Skills: Vulnerability Assessments, Compliance Audits, Risk Management Framework, NIST SP 800-53, CNSSI 1253
Boulder, Colorado, United States · On-site
$92k–$171k/yr
RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: Yes CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the TimeDescription At Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportunities …
Skills: Systems Engineering, RF Communications, MBSE, SysML, Cameo
Melbourne, Florida, United States · On-site
$98k–$148k/yr
RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: Yes CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the TimeDescription At Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportunit…
Skills: C/C++, OOP, Linux, Windows, Database Management
Clearfield, Utah, United States · Hybrid
$49k–$89k/yr
RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: No CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the TimeDescription At Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportunities t…
Skills: Procurement, Supply Chain Management, Supplier Management, Negotiation, Excel
Melbourne, Florida, United States · On-site
$48k–$96k/yr
RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: Yes CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the TimeDescription At Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportunities …
Skills: Cable Harness Assembly, Rack Assembly, Electronic Troubleshooting, Prototype Building, Component Level Diagnosis
Roy, Utah, United States · On-site
$169k–$254k/yr
RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: Yes CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the TimeDescription At Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportunit…
Skills: Systems Safety Engineering, MIL-STD-882E, Model Based Systems Engineering, Requirements Definition, Verification & Validation
Roy, Utah, United States · On-site
$153k–$229k/yr
RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: Yes CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the TimeDescription At Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportunit…
Skills: Systems Engineering, Technical Leadership, Requirement Allocation, Architecture Definition, Verification and Validation
Fortitude Valley, Queensland, Australia · On-site
AUSTRALIAN CITIZENSHIP REQUIRED FOR THIS POSITION: Yes RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available CLEARANCE TYPE: AU- Secret (NV1) TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the Time Description We are Northrop Grumman Austr…
Skills: Configuration Management, Data Management, PLM Tools, 3DX, Engineering Change Management
Commerce, California, United States • On-site
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Set up and operate heating equipment such as furnaces and ovens to alter the physical and chemical properties of metal and plastic objects. Monitor temperature and atmosphere controls while performing visual inspections and hardness testing to ensure quality standards.
Requires a high school diploma and 2 to 4 years of experience in a manufacturing or heat treat environment. Candidates must be familiar with aerospace alloys, pyrometry, and be capable of lifting up to 50 lbs in hot environments.
If forging a secure future excites you, look no further! Northrop Grumman’s Space Sector provides an arena where your passion for innovation and quest for exploration is welcome! As a Heat Treat Manufacturing Technician – Level 2 or 3 - 2nd shift (2:15-11:45 pm) your role in Commerce, CA will be pivotal in supporting missions critical to national and global security. Ready to join forces with our visionary team?
The Heat Treat Manufacturing Technician position involves setting up, operating, and tending equipment like furnaces to alter the physical and chemical properties of metal and plastic objects. Operators follow precise instructions to ensure materials meet specific quality and durability standards for various industries, including aerospace and automotive.
Key Responsibilities:
Set up, operate, and monitor heating equipment such as furnaces, ovens, quench tanks, and induction machines.
Load and unload parts into and out of furnaces, often using forklifts, tongs, or hoists, and rack materials to ensure proper heat flow.
Adjust temperature, time, and atmosphere controls based on blueprints, work orders, and technical specifications to achieve desired properties like hardness, toughness, or stress relief.
Conduct visual inspections and perform hardness testing on treated materials to verify they meet specifications, using instruments and charts.
Accurately log production data into MRP/ERP systems, perform routine maintenance and cleaning on equipment, and troubleshoot minor issues.
Wear personal protective equipment (PPE) and follow strict safety protocols due to the work environment's exposure to extreme heat, noise, fumes, and moving machinery.
High school diploma or equivalent is required as well as 2 years of experience in a manufacturing or heat treat environment
Familiarity with aerospace alloys (Titanium, Nickel, Aluminum, Steel).
Experience with vacuum/atmosphere furnaces and pyrometry
Ability to read blueprints and technical documents, and knowledge of production and quality control processes.
Knowledge of hardness testing and metallurgical principles.
Ability to lift to 35-50 lbs., stand for long periods, and work in hot and loud environments.
High school diploma or equivalent is required as well as 4 years of experience in a manufacturing or heat treat environment
Familiarity with aerospace alloys (Titanium, Nickel, Aluminum, Steel).
Experience with vacuum/atmosphere furnaces and pyrometry
Ability to read blueprints and technical documents, and knowledge of production and quality control processes.
Knowledge of hardness testing and metallurgical principles.
Ability to lift to 35-50 lbs., stand for long periods, and work in hot and loud environments.
We are a close-knit community of big thinkers collaborating to keep the world safe. Our passion, creativity and expertise bring next-level technology solutions to life in autonomous systems, cyber, C4ISR, strike, space, and logistics and modernization for our customers around the globe. On the Northrop Grumman team, you’ll join our pursuit of excellence immersed in a dynamic culture of innovation and respect. Your unique perspective will help achieve our shared vision for the future of global security. Every step of the way, you'll be supported by world-class training, employee resource groups and a comprehensive benefits package that enables greater health and happiness for you and your family. Worldwide and across disciplines, we’re challenging what’s possible for technology to protect people and places from undersea to outer space and into cyberspace. And we see the impact of our performance every day. We are Northrop Grumman, and we work on what matters—now, you too can make a difference. Explore opportunities in engineering, IT, manufacturing, business management, cybersecurity and more at jobs.northropgrumman.com/careers. 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. Our careers site can be found at jobs.northropgrumman.com/careers. If you are contacted about a job at Northrop Grumman, please verify the email came from the domain @ngc.com before engaging with that contact. If you are contacted by a Northrop Grumman recruiter on LinkedIn, please that their profile includes the verified check mark to ensure the contact is legitimate.
Offices: 2980 Fairview Park Dr, Falls Church, VA 22042, US · 1580 W Nursery Rd, Linthicum Heights, MD 21090, US · 16765 W Bernardo Dr, San Diego, CA 92127, US
We are a close-knit community of big thinkers collaborating to keep the world safe. Our passion, creativity and expertise bring next-level technology solutions to life in autonomous systems, cyber, C4ISR, strike, space, and logistics and modernization for our customers around the globe. On the Northrop Grumman team, you’ll join our pursuit of excellence immersed in a dynamic culture of innovation and respect. Your unique perspective will help achieve our shared vision for the future of global security. Every step of the way, you'll be supported by world-class training, employee resource groups and a comprehensive benefits package that enables greater health and happiness for you and your family. Worldwide and across disciplines, we’re challenging what’s possible for technology to protect people and places from undersea to outer space and into cyberspace. And we see the impact of our performance every day. We are Northrop Grumman, and we work on what matters—now, you too can make a difference. Explore opportunities in engineering, IT, manufacturing, business management, cybersecurity and more at jobs.northropgrumman.com/careers. 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. Our careers site can be found at jobs.northropgrumman.com/careers. If you are contacted about a job at Northrop Grumman, please verify the email came from the domain @ngc.com before engaging with that contact. If you are contacted by a Northrop Grumman recruiter on LinkedIn, please that their profile includes the verified check mark to ensure the contact is legitimate.
Offices: 2980 Fairview Park Dr, Falls Church, VA 22042, US · 1580 W Nursery Rd, Linthicum Heights, MD 21090, US · 16765 W Bernardo Dr, San Diego, CA 92127, US