**Requisition ID: R10182896**

+ **Category:** Mission and Quality Assurance

+ **Location:** Charlotte, North Carolina, United States of America

+ **Clearance Type:** None

+ **Telecommute:** No- Teleworking not available for this position

+ **Shift:** 2nd Shift (United States of America)

+ **Travel Required:** No

+ **Positions Available:** 1

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, SYNOPTICS is the world-wide leader in the growth, fabrication, and coating of crystalline materials used in laser systems. These “solid-state” laser crystals are used in products ranging from medical lasers to military laser systems.

The Charlotte facility has been operating for over 40 years in the laser industry and has developed the reputation of providing the highest quality products with timely deliveries. Within the facility, solid-state oxide and fluoride crystals are grown from a high-temperature melt.

SYNOPTICS has full optical fabrication capabilities for various plano and spherical geometries. SYNOPTICS serves the photonics and optics industry across the globe.

**Major Responsibilities:**

+ Perform dimensional and optical measurements utilizing various gages and passive laser measurements.

+ Interpret engineering prints and ensure specific product deliverables are met. Inspect surface quality of finished product with high visual acuity. Maintain accurate data collection of inspection results (via Excel or SFC).

+ Adhere to all applicable standard work procedures and documents.

+ Communicate quality concerns to management or supervision in a timely manner.

+ Responsible for keeping and sustaining a clean, orderly, and safe work area per the 5S guidelines.

+ Participate in team projects developing process improvements to enhance quality or reduce cost.

Unscheduled overtime and/or shift flexibility may be required.

Training for this position may occur on 1st, 2nd, and/or weekend shift.

**Basic Qualifications:**

+ High School Diploma or equivalent is required.

+ Able to work with small parts - visual acuity and manual dexterity skills are required for handling laser rods.

+ Able to inspect parts using a stereo inspection microscope.

+ Able to operate equipment without supervision.

+ Working knowledge of Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Word.

+ Strong verbal and written communication skills.

+ Regular, punctual attendance is required.

**Preferred Qualifications:**

+ Microsoft Word are desired.

**Salary Range:** $40,100 - $66,800

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.

Employees may be eligible for 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 committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action 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/AA and Pay Transparency statement, please visit. U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.