Mechanical Technician – Level 4
Northrop Grumman
- Location
- United States-California-Redondo Beach
- Work model
- On-Site
- Level
- Senior
- Salary
- $79.1k – $131.9k/yr
- Sponsorship
- Sponsors visa
- Posted
- Sep 3, 2026
About this role
RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: No CLEARANCE TYPE: None 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’s Space Sector is seeking a Mechanical Technician – Level 4 to join our team in Redondo Beach, CA. This position is 100% onsite and cannot accommodate telecommute work. Our Spacecraft Operations team is responsible for the assembly, test, and launch of a wide variety of spacecraft and payloads. This position will work a 9/80 schedule, with every other Friday off. Job responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following: Handling delicate flight hardware using proper ESD and contamination control best practices. Performs mechanical assembly using space flight drawings and process documents. Performs space flight torque, wire and harness routing, alignments, RF cable installation and bonding operations using various adhesives for thermal, electrical, and mechanical connections on complex structures and assemblies. Performing assembly tasks using specific process requirements (bonding, drilling, torquing, etc.) to support daily assignments. Utilizing calibrated tools and shelf-life materials to perform assembly operations. Take ownership of hardware and report hardware status daily to floor supervisor or TC. Other duties as assigned Basic Qualifications: High School diploma or equivalent and 6 years additional education and/or related experience. No clearance required to start Knowledge and experience with mechanical assembly and operations using at least one of the following: Blueprints, engineering drawings, or written instructions. Experience using MS office tools and other software. Ability to work in a high bay. Ability to work off hours, rotating shifts, and weekends when needed. Ability to travel, as necessary. Ability to lift up to 50lbs. Ability to sit/stand for extend periods of time. Ability to use hand tools and power tools.
Preferred Qualifications
Previous experience in electronic assembly, mechanical manufacturing or integration and test. Experience working on space flight hardware. Experience working on flight hardware. Ability to work second shift Curious about all the exciting developments with the Northrop Grumman Space Sector? Click the link below: https://www.northropgrumman.com/space Working at Northrop Grumman is more than just a paycheck. We offer a comprehensive Total Rewards and benefits package designed to help you thrive at work and in life. For more information on our Total Rewards package, please visit our Total Rewards site. Northrop Grumman Total Rewards Primary Level Salary Range: $79,100.00 - $131,900.00 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 as allow employees