Principal/Sr. Principal Engineer Manufacturing Level 3/4

Northrop Grumman•Palmdale, CA

2d•$103,600 - $193,900•Onsite

About The Position

Northrop Grumman Aeronautics Systems (NGAS) has an opening for a Principal/Sr. Principal Manufacturing Engineer Level 3/4 to join our team of qualified, diverse individuals supporting our Production Engineering and Operations (PE&O) organization. The position requires on-site support located in Palmdale, CA and cannot be performed remotely due to the nature of the role. Manufacturing Engineers for Aeronautics Systems are expected to provide technical solutions to a wide range of complex and difficult problems. They are problem solvers who can provide results that are innovative, thorough, practical, and consistent with organization objectives. The selected candidate will become part of Northrop Grumman’s Model-Based Manufacturing Engineering Team (MBM) working in a collaborative environment while promoting a positive and proactive teamwork environment.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in a STEM field (Science, Technology, Engineering or Math) and 4 year or experience in the following engineering fields; Manufacturing, Quality, Production, Industrial, Process, Mechanical, Aerospace, Aeronautics OR Masters in STEM with 3 years of experience OR PhD in STEM with 0 years of experience (for Level 3).
Bachelor’s degree in a STEM field (Science, Technology, Engineering or Math) and 8 year or experience in the following engineering fields; Manufacturing, Quality, Production, Industrial, Process, Mechanical, Aerospace, Aeronautics OR Masters in STEM with 6 years of experience OR PhD in STEM with 4 years of experience (for Level 4).
Experience with applying manufacturing expertise to guide Engineering design for optimal producibility.
Experience conducting tool design reviews to ensure feasibility and minimize assembly build times and costs.
Experience with Identifying manufacturing processes and specialty tooling to enhance efficiency, quality, and ergonomics.
Experience with defining production build sequences, investigates non-conformance, and implements corrective actions and producibility improvements.
Experience with providing liaison support to Engineering, influencing design for low-cost integrated assembly across electrical, hydraulic, fuel, fluid, and propulsion systems.
Must have a current and active U.S. Government Clearance.
Ability to obtain and maintain Special Program Access (PAR) per company and determined by business needs
Experience with strict adherence to PPE protocols and occasional entry into confined spaces.
Ability to maintain focus and productivity throughout extended work shifts (up to 10 hours) while operating computer systems and performing necessary physical tasks, including standing, bending, and kneeling.
Ability to be able to lift 15 pounds at times.

Nice To Haves

STEM Degree (Science, Technical, Engineering or Mathematical).
Active Secret or Top-Secret clearance.
Experience and process knowledge in aerospace manufacturing.
Knowledge of data analytics
Experience working hands-on in a production assembly line environment.
Experience reviewing and interpreting Blueprints and/or 3-D models.
Experience with Manufacturing Engineering, Tooling Engineering, Aircraft Maintenance, or Machining/Fabrication Processes.
Experience in Lean Six Sigma.
Working knowledge of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T)
Experience with Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) Systems
Experience in creating Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES) Work Instructions.
System Application and Production (SAP) knowledge.
Experience providing innovative techniques focused on improving product designs and tooling assemblies or equipment.
Experience working with Aeronautics Sector Production Engineering and Operations tools and processes in a manufacturing environment

Responsibilities

Support Program Manufacturing Engineers with Issues/Requests, including:
Support as Subject Matter Expert of knowledge-based articles
Update knowledge-based articles as required
Write, submit, and track tickets for Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) tool
Drive New Program Stand Up Actions
Provide support for CPLM, SAP, and MES software with manufacturing
Conduct software enhancement request meetings with users and drive actions to completion
Develop and maintain metrics gathering and reporting for MBM tools and software
Support MBM staffing plans and coordination with programs
Aid in software training updates and testing as required