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Northrop Grumman

Tool Crib Attendant 3

United States-California-Edwards AFB

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Seniority
Mid level
Stated salary
$56,000 per year
Country
US
Work mode
On-site / unstated
First seen by hirly
15 Oct 2026

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the posting

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available

CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: Yes

CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret

TRAVEL: 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.

Northrop Grumman Aeronautics Systems has an opening for a Tool Crib Attendant 3 to join our team of qualified, diverse individuals. This role is located at Edwards AFB, CA .

Receives, stores, and issues tools, machine tool fixtures, dies, and measuring devices. Maintains records of tools issued to employees; takes periodic inventory and requisitions stock as needed; reports damaged, worn out, or missing equipment using computers to enter transactions, validate information and maintain database. Cleans, oils, and performs minor repairs on equipment; disposes of surplus or obsolete equipment in accordance with established procedure. Ensures that measuring devices are periodically calibrated.

Basic Qualifications:

  • Tool Crib Attendant 3 must have a High School Diploma/GED and at least 4 years of experience in a tool crib, maintenance/manufacturing environment, or tool inventory control position.
  • Must be able to support a 4/10 – 3/10 working rotation, for first, second and third shifts to support operations, as required.

Must be proficient with Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel.

Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds and be able to work, standing up, for extended periods of time.

Must be able to handle/dispose of hazardous materials and waste on a daily basis.

Must be able to utilize respirators as needed to perform work duties.

Must be able to stand for long hours at a time to perform work duties

Able to use/hold/manipulate small tools and parts with hands. Simple grasping, power grasping and fine manipulation is required.

Able to use vibrating tools and perform torquing operations in include hand tools & power equipment and climb ladders or stairs.

Must be able to handle, manage, and dispose of various types of hazardous materials in accordance with local, state, and federal processes.

Must possess a valid state issued driver’s license.

Must possess and maintain an active, in-scope Secret DoD Security Clearance. Final clearance required to start.

Must be able to obtain and maintain Special Program access clearance within 365 days from date of submission; this is a condition of employment. Program access required to start.

Must be detail oriented, teamwork oriented, and have a strong work ethic.

Must be able to learn and follow established processes and procedures.

Experience with data entry, and proficient using digital scanners for tool control & inventory.

Experience maintaining records and providing traceability of materials.

Experience receiving tools, inspecting, verifying, inventory, cleaning, tracking for accuracy.

Have experience with and comfortability using forklifts.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Tool Crib Attendant 3 must have at least 6 years' experience working in a tool crib and/or production related environment.
  • Intimate knowledge of TCMax® and/or similar tool control software systems.

Prior aircraft flight line environment experience.

Prior HAZMAT experience and relevant qualifications.

Intimate knowledge of the workings of PMEL / TMDE / and calibrated tools and processes.

Primary Level Salary Range: $56,000.00 - $93,400.00

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.

Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and 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 an Equal Opportunity 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 and pay transparency statement, please visit http://www.northropgrumman.com/EEO. U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.

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