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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 Cabling & Harnessing Technician - Level 2 or Level 3 to join our team in Goleta, CA.\nOur facility in Goleta, CA is seeking a Cable & Harness Technician - Level 2 or 3 specializing in harnessing and related electrical assembly and test, with aerospace industry experience working on small, medium and/or large government and commercial programs.\nThis position will work 2nd shift (Hours:12:00 pm - 9:30 pm) There is a 5% shift differential when working the 2nd shift.\nJob responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:\nWill be reviewing, interpreting, maintaining, and completing paperwork and electronic data associated with hardware assemblies to maintain data and material traceability.\nWill be working with electrical harness assemblies, including interpreting schematics and building compliant electrical assemblies as well as conducting electrical tests such as continuity and insulation resistance.\nWill be routing wiring harnesses on flight hardware.\nWill follow procedure and direction from management as well as work from drawings or sketches, and collaborate with engineers to develop or proof new processes.\nWill work with soldering, wire stripping, contact crimping, contact insertion and removal, harness routing and strain relief.\nWill work with structural bonding and application of coatings using various epoxy and silicone adhesive products. \nWorking level understanding of force, torque, and precision hand tools.\nWork to follow and determine, optimum order of assembly for complex harnesses, mechanical structures, and devices.\nOther duties as assigned\nIf this job description reads like it was written specifically for you, consider joining our team!\nThis position can be filled at either a Level 2 or Level 3.\nBasic Qualifications for Level 2:\nHigh School diploma or equivalent and 2 years additional education and/or related experience. \nNo clearance required to start\nAbility to read, write and work to instructions written in English\nAbility read and follow directions on engineering drawings and Schematics\nAbility to lift/push/pull up to 40 pounds\nAbility to be on feet for up to various hours each day\nAbility to work flexible hours, overtime, and different shifts based on demanding manufacturing schedules\nUS Citizenship required\nBasic Qualifications for Level 3:\nHigh School diploma or equivalent and 4 years additional education and/or related experience \nNo clearance required to start\nAbility to read, write and work to instructions written in English\nAbility read and follow directions on engineering drawings and Schematics\nAbility to lift/push/pull up to 40 pounds\nAbility to be on feet for up to various hours each day\nAbility to work flexible hours, overtime, and different shifts based on demanding manufacturing schedules\nUS Citizenship required\nPreferred Qualifications:\nJ-STD-001 Soldering Certification (expired okay- current preferred)\nNASA STD 8739.1 Certification (expired okay- current preferred)\nNASA STD 8739.4 Certification (expired okay- current preferred)\nKnowledge of ESD and Flight Hardware handing\nDemonstrated Mechanical Ability\nFamiliarity with solar cell technology and CIC wiring\nProficient use of basic shop arithmetic\nMicrosoft Office skills (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)\nInitiative, self-starter, adaptable, and high motivation for excellence\nCurious about all the exciting developments with the Northrop Grumman Space Sector? Click the link below:\nhttps://www.northropgrumman.com/space\nWorking 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.\nNorthrop Grumman Total Rewards\nPrimary Level Salary Range: $56,000.00 - $93,400.00Secondary Level Salary Range: $66,600.00 - $111,000.00The 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 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 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. 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