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Northrop Grumman

Sr Principal Engineer Manufacturing - R10210274

Northrop Grumman, Arizona City, Arizona, United States, 85123

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RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available

CLEARANCE TYPE: None

TRAVEL: Yes, 25% of the Time

Role Description This Manufacturing Engineering position is for an engineering role on medium caliber gun system programs within the Armament Systems Division. As part of the Systems Engineering group, the Manufacturing Engineer supports design, production, and supplier development activities.

Responsibilities

Works with design, project, manufacturing and quality engineers through the product development process to ensure Design to Cost (DTC) and Design for Assembly/Manufacturing (DFA/DFM) targets are achieved

Provide guidance to design engineering regarding design concepts and product specification requirements to best utilize equipment and manufacturing techniques

Understands and interprets engineering drawings and recommend design changes to increase product manufacturability and functionality

Prepares cost estimates and written technical proposals for product improvement initiatives

Reviews drawings, Engineering Change Orders, and work instructions for accuracy and completeness

Participates and/or leads disposition of non-conforming production parts

Acts as a technical interface to internal production personnel and to external suppliers

Develops technical relationships with internal production personnel and with external suppliers

Supports manufacturing trade studies and early supplier involvement

Shares knowledge with other engineers

Basic Qualifications

Bachelor of Science in Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or other related STEM Technical field

8 years of relevant industry experience or a Master’s degree in STEM discipline plus 6 years of industry experience

Understanding of GD&T

Familiarity with computer aided design (CAD) software, preferably NX

Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, Project, and Power Point

Strong oral and written communication skills with ability to focus on multiple projects and deliver status on risk areas and required actions

Hands-on manufacturing experience in assembly and fabrication

Familiarity with mechanical and electrical engineering processes and other specialty engineering activities within the product development process

Demonstrated effectiveness in achieving results through understanding and management of internal processes and customer/supplier relationships

U.S. Citizen and be able to obtain a DoD Secret Clearance

Position may require domestic and international travel

Must be able to obtain clearance from the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, and Firearms and Explosives as an Employee Possessor

Candidates hired into this role will also need to complete a Gun Control Act Self Certification form

Preferred Qualifications

Familiar with materials, heat treatment, and plating processes

Familiar with military and commercial specifications

Demonstrated experience with manufacturing processes, such as machining, turning, and grinding

Knowledge of IPC-620 and IPC J-STD-001 requirements

Mechanical design experience with complex gear trains, cams, springs, clutches, machined components, welded structures, electric motors and solenoids

Experience in product development projects and sustainment of legacy programs for complex aerospace or defense systems

General understanding of continuous improvement, Six Sigma and Lean methodologies in a low volume, high mix, engineer-to-order manufacturing environment

Experience with shop routing paperwork in a low level kitting and assembly/processing environment

Familiar with Material Review Boards for product/quality deviation

Primary Level Salary Range: $0.00 - $0.00

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.

Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and 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 an Equal Opportunity 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 and pay transparency statement, please visit http://www.northropgrumman.com/EEO. U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.

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