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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.

We are currently seeking talented individuals for a Component Inspector position at the Rocket Center, WV location just outside of Cumberland MD.  The Allegany Ballistics Laboratory (ABL) site in Rocket Center designs, develops, and manufactures tactical rocket motors, medium caliber ammunition, composite components and end items, and fuze and electronics equipment. For decades, the dedicated and highly skilled team at ABL have supported national security efforts by developing and building defense systems for DoD customers and U.S. allies. 

Rocket Center, WV is located along the North Branch Potomac River in Mineral County, West Virginia and is home to the Allegany Ballistics Laboratory (ABL), a government installation operated by Northrop Grumman. Known for its scenic mountain landscapes, rolling hills and state parks, the region offers a multitude of outdoor recreational opportunities to include hiking, mountain biking, skiing, fishing, hunting and whitewater rafting. Where can you get to from Rocket Center? We are just a couple hours from Washington, D.C., Baltimore, and Pittsburgh and not far from Philadelphia, Virginia and Ohio. If you enjoy a beautiful all-weather climate, low cost of living, zero gridlock traffic, outdoor activities, and easy access to major cities along the east coast - this area has a lot to offer!

Learn more about our site here:

https://www.northropgrumman.com/careers/northrop-grumman-in-rocket-center-west-virginia

Northrop Grumman Defense Systems designs, builds, and delivers space, defense, and aviation-related systems to customers around the world. Our main products include launch vehicles and related propulsion systems; missile products, subsystems, and defense electronics; precision weapons, armament systems and ammunition; satellites and associated space components and services; and advanced aerospace structures.

Duties:

Perform routine inspections using certified variable and attribute inspection gagesPerform first piece and in process inspections on precision components utilizing surface plate setups and CMM’sOperate CMM’s to inspect components or program the CMM in DCC modeConduct sample inspections on precision components that are received from outside vendors or manufactured in house.Conducting NDT testing to a Level II classification in accordance with applicable specifications.

Responsibilities:Verify that products being manufactured comply with all specification and drawing requirementsInspect surface conditions for conformance to specifications and workmanship standardsAssure that all inspection points and quality documentation is completed prior to part being released for further processingPrepare and maintain required quality recordsCertify or otherwise approve acceptable partsIdentify non-conforming material and prepare documentation in accordance with proceduresParticipate actively in team environmentWork with manufacturing engineering or quality engineering in problem solving and process improvementsConduct high pressure hydro-testing of various components.

Basic Qualifications:

2 years of experience in a quality/inspection roleAbility to work all three shifts including overtime as neededExperience interpreting and applying GD&T principlesThe ability to obtain a security clearance as requiredExperience using standard measuring tools such as micrometers, indicators, and comparators

Preferred Qualifications:

Ability to operate CMM’s in manual or direct computer control (DCC)Experience in vision systemsExperience in Non-Destructive Testing (NDT)

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 http://www.northropgrumman.com/EEO. U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.