Engineering Technician Jobs in Utah
Engineering Technician jobs in Utah are concentrated in aerospace and defense manufacturing, civil infrastructure, and semiconductor fabrication, with demand across entry-level and senior technician tiers. Salt Lake City, Ogden, and Provo-Orem are the largest hiring metros, anchored by employers such as Northrop Grumman, Kennecott Utah Copper, and L3Harris Technologies. The most in-demand specialties include electronics and avionics testing, civil and materials inspection, and industrial instrumentation. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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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.Expand your horizons, advance your career, and contribute to a secure future for generations. Northrop Grumman’s Space Sector invites you to bring your pioneering spirit to our collaborative teams. As an Engineering Technician – Level 3 or Level 4 located in Promontory, UT, you’ll be a linchpin in missions of paramount importance, defining the art of the possible from day one.
The Engineering Technician performs a variety of support functions to create and control procedures/electronic shop instructions and manage/edit databases for the Explosives and Pyrotechnics and/or Propellant departments within Propulsion Systems Innovation (PSI) Works. The Engineering Technician will facilitate communication between Laboratory, Engineering, and Test Research Operations (TRO) by understanding the functions and roles of each group. The Engineering Technician will use their intimate understanding of laboratory, test, and manufacturing operations to translate engineering requirements and test plans into easy to understand, step by step instructions. The Engineering Technician provides the critical service of transforming complex requirements into simple and clear shop floor instructions. You will acquire subject knowledge by engaging technicians, observing lab/production methods, referring to technical specifications, and engineering drawings. You will update and proofread customer reports with the most recent information from test results. Additionally, you will update and maintain databases with the most recent test results.
This position will work a 9/80 schedule, with every other Friday off.
Job responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:
- Authoring and maintenance of Electronic Shop Floor (ESI) instructions and support documents
- Convert shop floor work instructions from various platforms (paper systems) to Electronic Shop Floor Work Instruction System
- Create/Update and manage laboratory work instructions (LWI) in accordance with program and company requirements
- Create/update simple sketches and/or process flows used in work instructions
- Coordinates with a multifunctional team and customers for review and approval of electronic work instructions
- Manages and incorporates parts effectivity and engineering revisions into shop instructions
- Manages Engineering change control and configuration management methods for both parts and processes
- Assists scientists with test plan authoring and tabletop reviews
- Updates and manages databases of aging and surveillance test results for various programs
- Seeks process and planning feedback from lab technicians and operations, and incorporates into planning where possible
- Understands the change control process and has the ability to assist in the creation of CR’s/OCR’s and subsequent implementation into planning
- Other duties as assigned\
Why you? You’re the candidate we’re searching for if you are ready to achieve the impossible alongside like-minded innovators.
This position can be filled at either a Level 3 or Level 4.
Basic Qualifications for Level 3:
- High School diploma or equivalent and 4 years additional education and/or related experience.
- Must have the ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government DoD Secret security clearance
- Excellent computer skills with the ability to become an expert in the company's Electronic Shop Floor work instruction software (ESI) and document/engineering Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) software
- Knowledge of laboratory and manufacturing processes
- Understanding of basic engineering principles as well as the ability to read, understand, and interpret engineering documentation such as test plans, engineering drawings, and schematic diagrams
- Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office software products
- Excellent organizational skills
- Excellent writing and communication skills
- Two years experience in a wet lab environment and/or hands-on energetics experience
Basic Qualifications for Level 4:
- High School diploma or equivalent and 6 years additional education and/or related experience.
- Must have the ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government Secret security clearance
- Excellent computer skills with the ability to become an expert in the company's Electronic Shop Floor work instruction software (ESI) and document/engineering Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) software
- Knowledge of laboratory and manufacturing processes
- Understanding of basic engineering principles as well as the ability to read, understand, and interpret engineering documentation such as test plans, engineering drawings, and schematic diagrams
- Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office software products
- Excellent organizational skills
- Excellent writing and communication skills
- Two years experience in a wet lab environment and/or hands-on energetics experience
Preferred Qualifications:
- Bachelor's Degree
- Experience writing planning and ESI shop floor instructions
- Experience in Aerospace or Defense manufacturing and laboratory environments
- Experience working in research and development, laboratory, TRO, operations, operations management, or Process/Manufacturing Engineering
- Experience with airbags
- Ability to work both independently and in cross-functional team environments
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What Utah Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in engineering technician jobs across Utah.
- Associate degree or technical certificate in engineering technology or a related discipline
- Hands-on experience with testing, calibration, or inspection equipment in a production or field setting
- Proficiency reading and interpreting engineering drawings, schematics, and technical specifications
- Familiarity with quality management systems such as ISO 9001 or AS9100 in a manufacturing environment
- Working knowledge of data collection tools, CAD software, or computerized maintenance management systems
- Ability to obtain or maintain a security clearance for defense and aerospace roles common across Utah
Engineering Technician Jobs in Utah: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a engineering technician in Utah?
Most Utah employers require an associate degree or technical certificate from an accredited program in engineering technology, electronics, or a related field. Utah Valley University, Salt Lake Community College, and Weber State University all offer well-regarded programs aligned with local industry needs. There is no single state-issued license for engineering technicians in Utah, but certification through the National Institute for Certification in Engineering Technologies strengthens candidacy, and roles in civil inspection may require an ICC or ACI certification recognized by Utah agencies.
Which companies hire engineering technicians in Utah?
Utah engineering technician roles are posted by L3Harris, Northrop Grumman, and Terracon Consultants and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Utah's defense corridor along the Wasatch Front and its growing semiconductor and mining sectors make it one of the more active states for technician hiring year-round.
Which Utah cities have the most engineering technician jobs?
Salt Lake City, Ogden, and Corinne post the highest number of engineering technician openings in Utah. Salt Lake City and its suburbs drive volume through defense contractors and utilities headquartered there, Ogden's Hill Air Force Base and adjacent aerospace suppliers account for strong demand in the northern corridor, and Provo-Orem reflects growth from semiconductor manufacturing and university-linked research employers expanding in Utah County.
Are there remote engineering technician jobs in Utah?
Yes, but they're rare. About 0% of engineering technician openings tied to Utah are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, reflecting the hands-on nature of most technician work. The roles most likely to allow remote arrangements are those focused on data analysis, technical documentation, or CAD drafting rather than on-site testing, equipment calibration, or field inspection.
How can I get hired as a engineering technician in Utah with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is completing a two-year engineering technology program and applying to internship or co-op pipelines that large Utah employers maintain with local colleges. Northrop Grumman and L3Harris recruit technician interns through Weber State and Utah Valley University. Candidates without degrees can start as technician helpers or equipment operators in mining or utilities, then move laterally once they demonstrate hands-on competency. Earning an NICET Level I certification before applying gives a resume a concrete credential that Utah defense and infrastructure employers recognize.
Where can I find and apply to engineering technician jobs in Utah?
You can find and apply to engineering technician jobs in Utah on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings tied to the state. Search the roles that fit your background and experience level, then apply directly to the ones that match. No signup is needed to see the listings.
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