Advanced Automation Manufacturing Engineer — Secret Clearance

Northrop Grumman Corp. (AU)

Palmdale (CA)

On-site

USD 83,400 - 155,400

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

Northrop Grumman Aeronautics Systems in Palmdale, CA is seeking Advanced Automation Manufacturing Engineer or Principal Manufacturing Engineer to join the Manufacturing Engineering Team. The role focuses on developing and applying advanced automation to improve efficiency, cost, and quality across production lines.

The positions require a relevant degree with experience in machining, composites, automation, and process instructions.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree in production/manufacturing related field with 1 year experience or Master’s with 0 years experience in production assembly / fabrication.
Experience supporting manufacturing / production operations with understanding of processes.
Experience in machining, robotics, or numerical control programming.
Experience in composites, automation, heating systems or coatings application.
Experience in reading Process Work Instructions (PWI) and creating training materials.
Experience interpreting Blueprints and 3‑D models.
Experience with system requirements development, acceptance testing and training.
Hands‑on experience in a production assembly line environment.
Proficient in Microsoft Office Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook.
Ability to interface with leadership, engineering, production, customers, and suppliers.

Responsibilities

Provide guidance to Engineering regarding design concepts to ensure best manufacturing technique.
Participate in tool design reviews to reduce build times and program costs during assembly.
Define operation sequences for product builds and initiate corrective actions for non‑conforming product.

Skills

Manufacturing operations

Machining / robotics / CNC

Composites / Automation

PWI / Work instructions

Blueprints / 3D models

Office suite (Word/PowerPoint/Excel/\u

Communication with leadership

Security clearance (Secret/Top Secret)

Shift flexibility

Education

Bachelor’s Degree with 1 year related experience in production assembly / fabrication including composites, machining, coatings application, or production manufacturing operations

Master’s degree with 0 years of related experience in production assembly / fabrication including composites, machining, coatings application, or production manufacturing operations