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Aircraft Structures Mechanic 1
Posted 7 months ago• Mechanical
Compensation
$17.45–$29.09/hour
Job Description
RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance availableCLEARANCE TYPE: SecretTRAVEL: 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.Our Aeronautics Systems sector is currently seeking an Aircraft Structures Mechanic Level 1 to join our operations team, located in Clearfield, UT, working on major assembly structures such as fuselage panels and bulkheads, and structural subassemblies such as rudders, flaps, and stabilizers.
Please note: Only external candidates and NG employees who are not currently aircraft structures mechanics at the Clearfield site will be considered under this requisition.
Position Requirements:
This position requires no previous knowledge or work history working on aircrafts. The candidate chosen will go through up to 6 weeks of training before hitting the shop floor. From there they will receive close supervision involving detailed and written instructions with checks on work performance.
What you’ll get to do:
Aligning parts on jigs using templates and fixtures
Performing part-fitting operations such as filing, sawing, burring, crimping, trimming, framing, riveting, drilling, and reaming.
Measuring parts with micrometers and calipers to verify dimensions.
Modifying incomplete and complete assemblies to incorporate changes to structure.
Monitoring and verify quality in accordance with statistical process or other control procedures.
Basic Qualifications:
High School Diploma or equivalent (GED)
Perform moderate strenuous physical and repetitious work to include: lifting over 25 pounds, working with chemicals, prolonged overhead work, climbing up and down ladders, prolonged kneeling, bending, or stooping, carrying tools, testing for and wearing a respirator, and working in awkward and/or confined spaces
DoD Secret Security Clearance and special program access required to start, but not required to apply
Ability to read and interpret schematics, assembly drawings, process specifications, technical manuals, written instructions, test procedures, blueprints, etc.
Ability to work with multiple tools
Ability to work flexible, changing shifts, including weekends
Must successfully complete and pass the “ASTAR New Hire Training / Compliance” within a reasonable time period, as defined by the company to meet its business need.
Preferred Qualifications:
Active DoD Secret level security clearance
A&P License
Previous composite, manufacturing, or production experience
Demonstrated ability using standard measuring equipment and power hand tools
Ability to read and understand blueprints, technical specifications and operating procedures
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Job Details
- Category
- Mechanical
- Employment Type
- Full Time
- Location
- Clearfield, UT
- Posted
- Sep 11, 2025, 08:00 PM
- Listed
- Jan 17, 2026, 01:01 PM
- Last updated
- Jan 17, 2026, 02:27 PM
- Compensation
- $17.45 - $29.09 per hour
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