Job Description

• Category: Engineering
• Location: Iuka, Mississippi, United States of America
• Clearance Type: Secret
• Telecommute: No- Teleworking not available for this position
• Shift: Any (United States of America)
• Travel Required: Yes, 10% of the Time
• Relocation Assistance: Relocation assistance may be available
• Positions Available: 2
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 is seeking a Principal Manufacturing Engineer (Level 3) / Sr. Principal Manufacturing Engineer (Level 4). The qualified applicant will become part of Northrop Grumman's Manufacturing Engineering Team working in a collaborative environment while promoting a positive and proactive teamwork environment. This position will be located at our site in Iuka, Mississippi where technology and teamwork come together.

Position is on-site in Iuka, MS and cannot be performed remotely.

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 have the ability to provide results that are innovative, thorough, practical, and consistent with organization objectives. We seek Manufacturing Engineers that use a unique skill set that includes a hands-on approach and act as the technical representative voice for the Manufacturing organization.

Please note: A start date, for candidates selected, will be determined after obtaining both a DOD Secret Clearance and Special Program Access and is contingent upon Business/Customer funding.

Responsibilities

The selected candidate will design and develop manufacturing processes, procedures and production layouts for assemblies, equipment installation, processing, machining and material handling. Other duties may include:

• Adapt machine or equipment design to factory and production conditions.
• Incorporate inspection and test requirements into the production plan.
• Inspect performance of machinery, equipment, and tools to verify their efficiency, and investigate and initiate corrective action of problems and deficiencies to ensure product quality.
• Provide guidance to engineering regarding design concepts and specification requirements to best utilize equipment and manufacturing techniques.
• Ensure processes and procedures are in compliance with regulations.

We offer flexible work arrangements, varying work shifts, phenomenal learning opportunities, exposure to a wide variety of projects and customers, and a very friendly team environment. We are looking for self-motivated, proactive, and goal-oriented people to help us grow our services and become even better at what we do.

This requisition may be filled at either a Principal Manufacturing Engineer level or a Sr. Principal Manufacturing Engineer level based on the qualifications below.

Basic Qualifications:

Principal Manufacturing Engineer

• Bachelor's Degree and 4 years of experience in engineering, production assembly/fabrication, or production manufacturing operation; OR Master's Degree with 3 years of experience in engineering, production assembly/fabrication, or production manufacturing operations
• Experience in Microsoft Office Suite
• Ability to work any shift as needed by the business.
• Must have the ability to obtain and maintain a DOD Secret level clearance, including Special Access Program within a reasonable period prior to starting. Clearance is not required to apply.

Sr. Principal Manufacturing Engineer

• Bachelor's Degree and 8 years of experience in engineering, production assembly/fabrication, or production manufacturing operation; OR Master's Degree with 6 years of experience in engineering, production assembly/fabrication, or production manufacturing operations; OR PhD with 4 years of experience in engineering, production assembly/fabrication or production manufacturing operations.
• Experience in Microsoft Office Suite
• Ability to work any shift as needed by the business.
• Must have the ability to obtain and maintain a DOD Secret level clearance, including Special Access Program within a reasonable period prior to starting. Clearance is not required to apply.

Preferred Qualifications:

• STEM Degree (Science, Technical, Engineering or Mathematical)
• Composites knowledge (i.e. hand layup, automated layup, cure experience, and/or machining experience)
• Experience reviewing and interpreting engineering drawings and specifications
• Experience with root cause & corrective action processes and techniques
• Functional knowledge of Process Failure Modes and Effects Analysis (PFMEA)
• Experience authoring, modifying, and auditing work procedures
• Able to utilize Catia V5 and/or NX
• Experience with Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T)
• Experience providing innovative techniques focused on improving product designs and tooling assemblies or equipment
• Active Secret or Top-Secret clearance

What We Offer:

At Northrop Grumman, we are on the cutting edge of innovation building the next generation of sophisticated aircraft to protect our country. Our diverse portfolio of programs means there are endless paths to cultivate your career. We are well-known for our inclusive, family environment, phenomenal learning opportunities, and exposure to a wide variety of projects and customers. We also offer exceptional benefits/healthcare, a great 401K matching program, and 14 Employee Resource Groups inclusive of all employees!

Salary Range: $79,800 - $119,600
Salary Range 2: $99,000 - $148,400
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.
Employees may be eligible for 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 committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action 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/AA and Pay Transparency statement, please visit. U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.

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