Inspector 3

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available CLEARANCE TYPE: None TRAVEL: No 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 Defense Systems is seeking an experienced Inspector to support the Armament Systems Business Unit for our Weapons Systems Division located in Plymouth, MN. Armament Systems specializes in the development and production of medium and large-caliber ammunition as well as precision capabilities for direct and indirect fire systems. Leading the industry, this team successfully completes lifecycle support for medium caliber cannons, develops miniature, precision strike weapons for airborne platforms, creates survivability solutions for soldiers and the next generation tactical ammunition for a variety of combat platforms. Description: Inspection in an ESD controlled environment of populated circuit boards, components, sub-assemblies and assemblies to conform to inspection plans, checklists, drawings and other documentation requirements. Visual inspections under magnification using microscopes required. Limited dimensional inspections utilizing standard measuring equipment such as calipers, micrometers and drop indicators may be required. Responsibilities: Perform inspection per inspection plans and other QMS documents. Maintain inspection certifications. Maintain lab practices/operations in compliance with processes & work instructions. Issue and close non-conforming material reports per specified work instructions. Basic Qualifications: High School Diploma or equivalent, plus 4 years of inspection experience in circuit board and/or electronics environment Strong PC skills including knowledge of MS Word, Excel and inspection databases/electronic records. Ability to read and understand blueprints. Basic math skills. Mechanical ability, manual dexterity and hand/eye coordination required to perform visual inspections under microscopic conditions. Good writing skills. IPC-A-610 Certified IPC Specialist. Preferred Qualifications: 5 or more years inspection experience in circuit board and/or electronics environment. Strong PC skills including knowledge of MS Word, Excel and inspection databases/electronic records. IPC-A-610 and IPC-A-600 Certified IPC Specialist. Experience using vision measurement systems. Inspection or Electronic Technician certifications Primary Level Salary Range: $51,900.00 - $86,500.00 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 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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