Engineer Process

Northrop Grumman Corp. (JP); Rolling Meadows (IL); On-site; USD 80,000 - 119,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Plan

Savings Plan

Paid Time Off

Education Assistance

9/80 Work Schedule

Job summary

Northrop Grumman Mission Systems is seeking a Manufacturing Process Engineer (RF Systems) for on-site work in Rolling Meadows, IL. The role supports manufacturing of RF system components, including Shop Replaceable Units, Circuit Cards, and Line Replaceable Units, across interdisciplinary teams.

You will collaborate with Process Engineering, Project Management, Shop Operations, and Mission Assurance to drive first-pass quality and efficient production in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Mechanical, Chemical Engineering or related STEM field.
• Experience interpreting drawings and specifications.
• Experience creating process work instructions and improving manufacturing processes.
• United States citizenship required.
• Ability to obtain DoD security clearance.

Skills

Interpreting drawings

Process instructions

Manufacturing processes

DoD clearance eligibility

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Mechanical, or Chemical Engineering or related STEM field

Tools

Nx/CAD

Fixture tooling design

Job description

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available

CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: No

CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret

TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the Time

Description

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 Mission Systems is a trusted provider of mission-enabling solutions for global security. We have a wide portfolio of secure, affordable, integrated, and multi-domain systems and technologies. Our differentiated battle management and cyber solutions deliver timely, mission-enabling information and provide superior situational awareness and understanding to protect the U.S. and its global allies.

Northrop Grumman Mission Systems sector is looking for a Manufacturing Process Engineer located on-site in Rolling Meadows, IL . This position will support product build in a dynamic, fast-paced and technically challenging environment in support of Radio Frequency systems, requiring collaboration across functional groups.

Building a strong professional relationship with other Manufacturing disciplines (Process Engineering, Project Management, Shop Operations, Mission Assurance), strong decision-making skills and a high-level ethical standard is essential.

We seek individuals with proven excellence in the following 6 core competencies:

a) Takes high levels of Self-accountability and Ownership

b) Acts with Speed

c) Responds to Challenges with Resilience

d) Leads with Courage

e) Sets vision for the assigned products

f) Builds a High Performing Team

This position would include providing process support for the manufacture of the Shop Replaceable Units from received Circuit Cards, as well as supporting assembly into a payload (Line Replaceable Unit). This position will support aerial, military-grade, or space-grade Electronic Warfare Systems and Subsystems.

This Position is Contingent on Program Award.

Basic Qualifications: Manufacturing Process Engineer (RF Systems)

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Mechanical, or Chemical Engineering or a related STEM field with a minimum of 2 years relevant experience; OR a Master's degree in equivalent fields.

• Experience interpreting drawings and specifications.

• Experience in creating process work instructions, developing/improving manufacturing processes, and/ or working in a design or systems environment with limited assistance .

• United States citizenship required.

• Ability to obtain and maintain DoD security clearance.

Preferred Qualifications: Manufacturing Process Engineer (RF Systems)

• Prior experience with Root Cause Corrective Action methods.

• Demonstrated excellence and/or education in use of the DMAIC process.

• Experience with fixture/tooling design and implementation.

• Experience with Nx/CAD OR experience supporting design/development projects.

• Prior experience troubleshooting Circuit Card Assemblies.

• Experience performing earned value/CAM efforts

• Active DoD Security Clearance.

What We Can Offer You

Northrop Grumman provides a comprehensive benefits package and a work environment that encourages your growth and supports the mutual success of our people and our company. Northrop Grumman benefits give you the flexibility and control to choose the benefits that make the most sense for you and your family.

Your benefits will include the following: Health Plan, Savings Plan, Paid Time Off, and Additional Benefits, including Education Assistance, Training and Development, 9/80 Work Schedule (where available), and much more!

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Primary Level Salary Range: $79,600.00 - $119,400.00

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.

Job Category: Engineering