Machinist - level 3

Company: Northrop Grumman
Location: Hanover
Posted on: April 6, 2026

Job Description:

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: No 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’s Space Sector is seeking a Machinist – Level 3 to join our team in Hanover, MD. This position is 100% onsite and cannot accommodate telecommute work. We are a world-class manufacturer of composite structures, thermal and electrical systems for Space applications. The Machinist 3 will be responsible for setting up and both manual and CNC Machinery. This is a great opportunity for an experienced Machinist who desires exciting and challenging work to join our team! In this job, you will: Able to set up and operate a variety of machine tools including but not limited to milling machines, lathes, and able to align and fasten work using tooling fixtures. Able to use & understand tool sharpeners, tool tolerances, dimensions, calibrated measurements, setup sheets, callouts, probes, feeds & speeds, and standard specs. Able to use a variety of machinist hand tools and precision measuring instruments to make standard shop computations relating to dimensions of work. Plan machining by studying work orders, blueprints, engineering plans, materials, specifications, and machining parameters; interpreting geometric dimensions and tolerances (GD&T). Perform computations relating to dimensions of work, tooling, feeds, and speeds. Implement lean initiatives by identifying and providing suggestions on areas for improvement. Performs all manufacturing operations safely, with quality in mind, and with customer delivery expectations met. Able to learn and perform other job functions with OJT when required. This would include but is not limited to performing program verifications, recipe verifications, rework, data collection & recording, and part processing & handling work among other duties. If this job description reads like it was written specifically for you, consider joining our team! Basic Qualifications: High School diploma or equivalent and 4 years additional education and/or related experience. Experience running machines and setup Experience on 3 Axis CNC machines Preferred Qualifications: 4 years of experience with 5 Axis CNC vertical machining centers. Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret Security Clearance Associates degree or Trade School certification 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: $58,300.00 - $97,100.00 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. U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.

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