Description
As one of the largest global security companies in the world, Northrop Grumman is proud to help our nation rsquo;s military personnel make the transition to civilian careers. Approximately 1/4th of Northrop Grumman rsquo;s 90,000 employees self-identify as veterans, and more than 1,600 are reservists.
The Northrop Grumman Military Internship Program (NG-MIP) is an approved SkillBridge Program under Dept. of Defense Instruction 1322.29. The NG-MIP program is an opportunity for transitioning service members to gain valuable civilian work experience through an individual internship during their last 6 months of service, for up to 180 days. The Northrop Grumman Military internship Program is open to all ranks and experience levels. SkillBridge participants are not eligible for compensation from Northrop Grumman, as they continue to receive military compensation and benefits as active-duty service members.
Responsibilities for this internship position are:
Northrop Grumman Corporation (NGC) has developed the Northrop Grumman ndash; Military Internship Program (DoD SKillbridge) utilizing the DoDI guidance for Skillbridge. During this program the service member will be on-site at his or her host company performing an individual internship in an entry to mid-level career type role. The service member will be on the job training supporting a work schedule equivalent to 40hrs per week. Outlined below are the Goals, Objectives, and Outcomes for the program.
Goals ndash; Provide transitioning service members fellowship-style job skills training during the last portion(s) of their military commitment. This program is specifically designed to offer internships that result in the potential to transition to a full-time opportunity as the conclusion of the training. Interns will serve as a pipeline for high-speed, motivated military candidates into NGC.
Objectives - Service Members who complete the Intern program will be highly-trained, capable, future employees that align to the specific needs of the organization and are prepared to meet the NG mission ldquo;Defining Possible rdquo; on Day 1. This program provides a comprehensive internship experience including professional development, networking with leadership, and training specifically focused on NG leadership principles, company history, customer/stakeholder engagement, product and service overview, and core job responsibilities.
Outcome ndash; Offer transitioning service member a rewarding opportunity to join the Northrop Grumman team.
DoD SkillBridge Eligibility:
bull;Has served at least 180 days on active duty
bull;Is within 12 months of separation or retirement
bull;Will receive an honorable discharge
bull;Has taken any service TAPS/TGPS
bull;Has attended or participated in an ethics brief within the last 12 months
bull;Received Unit Commander (first O-4/Field Grade commander in chain of command) written authorization and approval to participate in DoD SkillBridge Program prior to start of internship.
Embark on a career putting innovative, reliable, and agile products and ideas into orbit, and beyond. Northrop Grumman has opportunities waiting for you that play a vital role in human space exploration, national defense, and scientific discovery, supporting multiple programs across the universe. With us, you rsquo;ll discover a culture of curiosity and collaboration that will have you Defining Possible from the day you start. Our space systems connect and protect millions of people on earth every day, now and for the future. Explore your future and launch your career today.
The qualified applicant will become part of Northrop Grumman rsquo;s System Test Team supporting the Air Force rsquo;s Ground Based Strategic Deterrent (GBSD) program. This will include integration and checkout of System Test equipment hardware, software and systems for system test facilities. The selected candidate will work in a dynamic people-focused environment where he/she will interact with users, customers and other engineers. Primary work location will be in Roy Utah
Provides technical support to engineers on a variety of technical tasks. Gathers, maintains, formats, compiles, and manipulates technical data, such as laboratory or material test results and engineering design changes. Read and understand engineering documentation that applies to laboratory setup and integration. Uses personal computer in performance of analyses and development of documentation/reports. May conduct tests and record data to assist with engineering evaluation or analysis.
The successful applicant will:
Able to implement best practices in demonstrates good hardware configuration management and tool accountability
Able to read drawings, blueprints, diagrams and create work instructions/procedures
Utilize MS products; Word, Excel, and Visio.
Effectively communicate issues and help to provide solutions
Responsibilities for this internship requisition position are:
Internship Description:
The Northrop Grumman Military Veteran Program (NG-MVP) is an approved SkillBridge Program under Dept. of Defense Instruction 1322.29. The NG-MVP is an opportunity for service members to gain valuable civilian work experience through specific industry training and through individual internships during the last 180 days of service. Any rank, enlisted or officer, may apply for SkillBridge. SkillBridge participants are not eligible for compensation from Northrop Grumman, as they continue to receive military compensation and benefits as active-duty service members. Your unit Commander must authorize participation in NG-MVP prior to start of internship.
NG-MVP is a program that will bridge the gap for transitioning service members and is held 3 times a year at various Northrop Grumman installations around the country. Service members will gain valuable experience and training throughout their internship with a potential opportunity to gain employment with Northrop Grumman upon completion of active duty service obligation.
NG-MVP Eligibility:
bull;Has served at least 180 days on active duty
bull;Is within 180 days of separation or retirement
bull;Will receive an honorable discharge
bull;Has taken any service TAPS/TGPS
bull;Has attended or participated in an ethics brief within the last 12 months
Candidates who express an interest may be considered for future positions at Northrop Grumman.
Qualification
Basic Qualifications:
Education and Experience: Minimum of a High School diploma or equivalent and 4 years additional education and/or related experience
Prior experience in an integration, production, manufacturing or test environment or like type work in a military setting.
Experience with common hand tools and test equipment found in an integration, production, manufacturing or test environment
Preferred Qualifications:
US Citizenship with an Active Secret Clearance
Able to support shift work and occasional travel as needed
Be an experienced Technician possessing skills in the following areas:
Soldering, Wire harness assembly, Mechanical assembly, using basic electronic test equipment
Falls Church, VA
Northrop Grumman Corporation, a security company, provides products in the areas of autonomous systems, cyber, space, strikes, and logistics and modernizations in the United States, the Asia Pacific, and internationally. The company operates through four segments: Aerospace Systems, Innovation Systems, Mission Systems, and Technology Services. The Aerospace Systems segment designs, develops, integrates, and produces manned aircrafts, autonomous systems, spacecraft systems, high-energy laser systems, microelectronics, and other systems and sub-systems for use in the areas of intelligence, surveillance and reconnaissance, strike operations, communications, earth observations, and space science.
The Innovation Systems segment designs, develops, integrates, and produces flights, armaments, and space systems. It offers launch vehicles and related propulsion systems; missile products and defense electronics; precision weapons, armament systems, and ammunitions; satellites and associated space components and services; and advanced aerospace structures. The Mission Systems segment offers products and services that include C4ISR systems; radar, electro-optical/infrared (EO/IR), and acoustic sensors; electronic warfare systems; cyber solutions; space systems; intelligence processing systems; air and missile defense integration systems; navigation systems; and shipboard missiles and encapsulated payload launch systems.
The Technology Services segment provides logistic solutions that supports the full life cycle of platforms and systems. Its products and services include software and system sustainment; modernization of platform and associated subsystems; advanced training solutions; and integrated logistics support. Northrop Grumman Corporation was founded in 1939 and is based in Falls Church, Virginia.