Principal Engineer Manufacturing

Northrop Grumman • Buffalo, NY

3d • Onsite

About The Position

Northrop Grumman Mission Systems is hiring a Principal Engineer Manufacturing for its Amherst Systems Operating Unit in Buffalo, New York. The organization develops and produces simulation systems. This is an in-office position; remote work is not available. The role supports manufacturing process development, production, equipment readiness and maintenance, and design-for-manufacturability reviews. Travel is expected 10% of the time. No relocation assistance is available. The position requires U.S. citizenship and the ability to obtain and maintain a Secret clearance.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or a STEM-related discipline and at least 5 years of related experience, or a master’s degree in Engineering or a STEM-related discipline and at least 3 years of experience.
• Experience with mechanical and/or electronic manufacturing or production processes.
• Experience interpreting 2D drawings and 3D models.
• U.S. citizenship.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret clearance.
• Ability to communicate effectively in writing and verbally.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with electronics manufacturing processes and equipment.
• Experience programming automated microelectronics and circuit card manufacturing equipment.
• Experience with equipment, materials, and processes for manufacturing precision-wound coils and their encapsulation.
• Experience with industry standards, including IPC-610, J-STD, 7711/7721, MIL, and ANSI.
• Experience with Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Experience analyzing data and figures.
• Experience with SolidWorks, NX, and AutoCAD.
• Experience with SAP and Teamcenter in a low-volume, high-mix manufacturing environment.
• Active Secret clearance.

Responsibilities

• Develop, improve, and maintain manufacturing processes with a focus on production capabilities, quality, and schedules.
• Monitor process yields and costs.
• Develop and optimize automated equipment process parameters.
• Create and manage project plans covering tasks, resources, and schedules.
• Develop and revise process documentation and work instructions.
• Resolve manufacturing problems related to materials, designs, equipment, tooling, training, and instructions.
• Disposition non-conforming materials and specify rework and repair processes.
• Create and document designs for custom tooling and fixtures.
• Specify, justify, and procure new manufacturing equipment.
• Support equipment startup and production readiness.
• Manage equipment maintenance, service schedules, and spare parts.
• Participate in design manufacturability reviews for new products.

Benefits

• Health plan and health insurance coverage.
• Savings plan.
• Paid time off for vacation and/or personal business.
• Company-paid holidays.
• Education assistance.
• Training and development.
• Life and disability insurance.
• A 9/80 work schedule where available.
• Depending on the position, eligibility for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Principal