Microelectronic Technician 2

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. An organization within Northrop Grumman’s Payload and Ground Systems (PGS) division, Cutting Edge Optronics is a leading provider of high-power laser diode arrays, high power pump modules and diode-pumped solid-state (DPSS) lasers. We are a vertically integrated manufacturer capable of supplying unmounted diode bars, packaged laser diodes, DPSS modules, laser diode drivers and complete DPSS laser systems. Our diode laser-based products have become industry standards and are used in a wide variety of commercial and military applications. Northrop Grumman - Cutting Edge Optronics (CEO) is looking for a highly motivated Microelectronic Technician. The Microelectronic Technician will perform operations associated with the assembly of laser diode electronic assemblies. All work takes place in a team-oriented cleanroom. Responsibilities are subject to change dependent upon your personal experience/strengths and specific needs of Cutting Edge Optronics. Responsibilities: Perform a variety of tasks related to the building of laser diode assemblies. Smooth metal surfaces or edges. Shape metal workpieces with hands and/or small tools. Align parts or workpieces to ensure proper assembly. Solder parts or workpieces. Inspect parts for proper assembly. Read blueprints, wiring diagrams, schematic drawings, or engineering instructions for assembling laser diode electronic units, applying knowledge of electronic theory and components. Correct malfunctions by adjusting or replacing parts as directed. Maintain production or processing equipment. Clean and maintain work area.