Principal Logistics Engineer/ Logistics Engineer (SkillBridge)

Northrop Grumman•Whiteman AFB, MO

2d•$56,500 - $105,100•Onsite

About The Position

Northrop Grumman Corporation (NGC) has developed the Northrop Grumman – Military Internship Program (DoD SkillBridge) utilizing the DoDI guidance for SkillBridge. During this program the service member will be on-site at his or her host company performing an individual internship in an entry to mid-level career type role. The service member will be on the job training supporting a work schedule equivalent to 40hrs per week. The Goals of the program are to provide transitioning service members fellowship-style job skills training during the last portion(s) of their military commitment. This program is specifically designed to offer internships that result in the potential to transition to a full-time opportunity as the conclusion of the training. Interns will serve as a pipeline for high-speed, motivated military candidates into NGC. The Objectives are that Service Members who complete the Intern program will be highly-trained, capable, future employees that align to the specific needs of the organization and are prepared to meet the NG mission “Defining Possible” on Day 1. This program provides a comprehensive internship experience including professional development, networking with leadership, and training specifically focused on NG leadership principles, company history, customer/stakeholder engagement, product and service overview, and core job responsibilities. The Outcome is to offer transitioning service member a rewarding opportunity to join the Northrop Grumman team. Northrop Grumman Aeronautics Systems is seeking an Logistics Engineer (Level 2) or Principal Logistics Engineer (Level 3) to join our high caliber team at Whiteman AFB, Missouri, the only operational base of the B-2 Stealth Bomber. As a member of our multi-disciplined team, this role directly supports the installation of capability upgrades and support efforts on the B-2 Stealth Bomber fleet. As a logistics engineer, you will work with a highly experienced team to develop an unparalleled understanding of aircraft systems, subsystems and integration. You will be responsible for reviewing field support requirements, recommending tool and test equipment, developing and reviewing logistics support, evaluating modifications to the aircraft, and assessing any aircraft specific changes or configurations. You will coordinate with other disciplines to ensure that any configuration changes are addressed in maintenance technical orders (T.O.). You will also act as a focal point for the team for documenting actions ensuring accurate documentation of installed parts in MES, documentation in IMDS, and researching historical records. Additionally, you will be part of the team assessing future modifications, logistics and equipment requirements, and proposal development. This position may require occasional shift work and extended hours. Work hours may have to shift to support testing requirements and meet aircraft delivery timelines. This position requires a security clearance. An active clearance is preferred, but a clearance request will be submitted for the selected candidate if necessary. The nature of this position requires individuals to be comfortable working in a classified environment; cell phones or personal electronic devices are prohibited within these areas. The selected candidate should thrive in a fast-paced work environment with high expectations, diverse assignments, and collaborative team settings of both Northrop Grumman and military personnel.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited university with five (5) years of aerospace industry experience; or Master’s Degree with three (3) years of aerospace industry experience; OR a PhD with 0 years of experience or 9 years of aerospace industry experience in lieu of a degree (for Logistics Engineer Level)
Bachelor’s Degree in from an accredited university with at least two (2) years of aerospace industry experience; or zero (0) years of experience with Master’s Degree or 6 years of aerospace industry experience in lieu of a degree (for Principal Logistics Engineer Level)
Be able to obtain a U. S. Government security clearance (U. S. citizenship is a pre-requisite)
Ability to obtain Program Access within a reasonable amount of time as determined by the company to meet its business needs
Has served at least 180 days on active duty (SkillBridge Eligibility)
Is within 12 months of separation or retirement (SkillBridge Eligibility)
Will receive an honorable discharge (SkillBridge Eligibility)
Has taken any service TAPS/TGPS (SkillBridge Eligibility)
Has attended or participated in an ethics brief within the last 12 months (SkillBridge Eligibility)
Received Unit Commander (first O-4/Field Grade commander in chain of command) written authorization and approval to participate in DoD SkillBridge Program prior to start of internship (SkillBridge Eligibility)

Nice To Haves

Previous aircraft maintenance experience
Experience using IMDS and Air Force T.O.s
Active DoD Secret or Top Secret Clearance
STEM Degree

Responsibilities

Reviewing field support requirements
Recommending tool and test equipment
Developing and reviewing logistics support
Evaluating modifications to the aircraft
Assessing any aircraft specific changes or configurations
Coordinating with other disciplines to ensure that any configuration changes are addressed in maintenance technical orders (T.O.)
Acting as a focal point for the team for documenting actions ensuring accurate documentation of installed parts in MES, documentation in IMDS, and researching historical records
Assessing future modifications, logistics and equipment requirements, and proposal development