Northrop Grumman

U106 MID-LEVEL ELECTRICIAN - MACHINE TOOL & EQUIPMENT

Northrop Grumman • $75K — $95K *
Sunnyvale, CA 94087In-Person
Manufacturing & Automotive
Less than 5 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • High school diploma or GED; electrician apprenticeship or technical training certification.
  • Minimum 3 years of industrial electrical experience in manufacturing or heavy equipment.
  • Minimum 2 years of experience with computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS).
  • Ability to lift and maneuver up to 25 lbs regularly.
  • Preferred: Associate degree or military training in Electrical or Industrial Maintenance.
  • Preferred: 5 years of progressive industrial electrical experience.
  • Preferred: Experience with PLCs, CNC equipment, and predictive maintenance technologies.

Responsibilities

  • Install, troubleshoot, and maintain electrical systems for manufacturing equipment.
  • Perform preventive, scheduled, and predictive maintenance to maximize equipment reliability.
  • Ensure compliance with relevant electrical codes and plant safety standards.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams for equipment maintenance and improvements.
  • Archive CNC machine data and support decommissioning of obsolete assets.
  • Interpret schematics and manuals for assembly and repair tasks.
  • Document work orders and maintenance activities using CMMS.

Benefits

  • Access to advanced tools and electrical testing equipment.
  • Opportunities for professional growth and technical skill enhancement.
  • Participation in collaborative team environments across multiple departments.
  • Involvement in lean maintenance and reliability-centered maintenance initiatives.
Full Job Description
RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available

CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: No

CLEARANCE TYPE: None

TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the TimeDescription

PRIMARY FUNCTION:

The Mid-Level Machine and Tool Electrician is responsible for ensuring the safe, reliable, and efficient operation of industrial electrical systems supporting production machine tool and equipment. This role performs troubleshooting, diagnosing, and resolving electrical failures and malfunctions in Computerized Numerical Controls (CNC) machines and other production equipment. This role involves the repair, modification, installation, and maintenance of electrical circuits, components, and systems on a variety of equipment including machine tools, cranes, alarms, transformers, controls, and high-voltage cables. This position requires a strong technical foundation and the ability to work independently on routine electrical maintenance issues while collaborating with maintenance staff, and across departments on complex repairs or projects ensuring the optimal operation of complex machinery. The Machine Maintenance team supports diverse machine configurations such as multi-axis gantries, mill-turn applications, large vertical lathes, horizontal boring machines, and spin-forming lathes.

TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT:
  • Insulated pliers, screwdrivers, wrench, hammer, common hand tools, soldering iron, etc.
  • Company provided electrical testing equipment such as oscilloscopes, digital meters, tachometers, brush recorder, Vacuum Tube Voltmeter (VTVM), multi-meters, capacitor testers, and solid-state analyzer.
  • Advanced tools such as infrared thermography equipment, vibration analyzers, test lamps, power factor meters, KW meters, meggers, dielectric testing equipment, cable pulling equipment, battery tester, conduit benders, etc.
  • Boom lifts, scissor lifts and electrical carts.
  • Safety gear including, ladders, safety belts, safety glasses, LOTO padlocks, hard hats, and other PPE as required.


MATERIAL:
  • Printed circuit boards, servo-valves, synchro systems, speed controllers, position feedback devices, PLCs, electro-hydraulically/pneumatic controlled automatic equipment, control relays, motor starters, AC & DC servo positioners.
  • Conduit, wire, cable, tape, light fixtures, bulbs, distilled water, and various electrical replacement parts.


DIRECTION OF OTHERS:

Provide guidance and direction to Electricians assisting with electrical installations, troubleshooting, and repairs of plant production machinery and equipment.

WORKING PROCEDURE:

THE FOLLOWING ARE THE USUAL MAJOR JOB DUTIES BUT THIS JOB DESCRIPTION DOES NOT PRECLUDE THE PERFORMANCE OF OTHER DUTIES BY THE INCUMBENT:
  • Install, troubleshoot, repair, and maintain electrical systems for manufacturing equipment, including motors, drives, Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC), Human Machine Interface (HMI), robotics, Computerized Numerical Controls (CNC) machines, and control panels.
  • Perform preventive maintenance, scheduled/unscheduled repairs, and predictive maintenance activities (including infrared thermography, vibration analysis, and oil analysis) on production tools, equipment, and machines to maximize equipment reliability and minimize downtime.
  • Ensure compliance with National Electric Code (NEC), National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) 70E, Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), and all plant safety standards, including LockOut/TagOut (LOTO) and arc flash protection.
  • Work collaboratively with management, machine Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM), contractors, engineers, operations, and other maintenance personnel in a cross-functional team to support equipment maintenance, modifications, upgrades, and process improvements.
  • Archive CNC machines data and support the removal and decommissioning of outdated assets.
  • Read, interpret, and follow work instructions, schematics, SOPs, blueprints, diagrams, engineering drawings, OEM manuals, repair specifications, bills of materials, and other written instructions or procedures to accurately assemble, troubleshoot, and repair production tools, equipment, and machinery.
  • Utilize a Computerized Maintenance Work Order System procurement system (via PC or tablet device) to document work orders, parts/material ordering and usage, labor hours, preventive and corrective actions, and closing work orders.
  • Participate in maintenance pass downs conducted among all shifts, involving both team members and management.
  • Troubleshoot and repair PLC systems, AC/DC motors, VFDs, power supplies, control systems, motor generators, and fire alarm systems. Test high-voltage cables and equipment to assess condition and lifespan. Disassemble and repair or replace defective circuits, components, or units.
  • Support lean maintenance initiatives, TPM (Total Production Maintenance), and reliability-centered maintenance (RCM) programs to drive efficiency and cost savings.
  • Collaborate to the implementation of all relevant audit requirements as well as internal and implementation of countermeasures in case of deviations and improvement potentials.


Basic Qualifications:
  • High school diploma or GED equivalent or electrician apprenticeship or technical training certification.
  • Minimum 3 years of industrial electrical experience in a manufacturing or heavy equipment environment.
  • Minimum of 2 years maintaining parts inventory and work order record keeping using Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS).
  • Must be able to lift and maneuver up to 25lbs regularly.


Preferred Skills and Qualifications:
  • Associate degree, technical diploma, or military training in Electrical, Industrial Maintenance, or related field.
  • Minimum 5 years of industrial electrical experience with progressive assignments and responsibilities.
  • Experience with PLC e.g. Allen-Bradley, automation, robotics, CNC equipment, and VFDs (Variable Frequency Drives).
  • Experience with predictive maintenance technologies (infrared thermography, vibration analysis, etc.).
  • Experience with continuous improvement e.g. 5S and reliability-centered maintenance (RCM) principles.
  • Experience with documenting and reporting to support root cause analysis, upgrades, and system improvements.


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.

About Northrop Grumman

Northrop Grumman is a security company that provides systems, products, and solutions in aerospace, electronics, information systems, shipbuilding, and technical services to government and commercial customers. They design, develop, and build everything from aircraft and spacecraft to cyber security systems. The company is involved in a wide range of defense and technology projects, including the development of aircraft, space systems, cybersecurity solutions, and advanced electronics.

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Learn more about Northrop Grumman
Size
88,000 employees
Market Cap
$82.7 billion
Industry
Aerospace & Defense
Net Income
$3.1 billion
Founded
1939
5 Year Trend
+7.6%
Revenue
$36.7 billion
NASDAQ
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* Ladders Estimates

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