Manufacturing Engineer II/III — Aerospace Propulsion

0894 DS - MP - ABL - Rocket Center; United States; On-site; USD 71,000 - 134,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Savings plan

Paid holidays

PTO

Job summary

Northrop Grumman’s Defense Systems is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer to support Tank Ammunition assembly activities at the Rocket Center, WV site. The role requires close collaboration with multiple departments to ensure safety, quality, and efficiency in production.

The candidate should have a STEM degree and experience with manufacturing processes, CAD, GD&T, and Lean methods. On-site work only, with potential overtime as needed and eligibility for security clearance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Manufacturing, Industrial, Mechanical, Aerospace Engineering or equivalent STEM field.
• 2+ years (Level 2) or 0 years (Level 2 with Master’s) of relevant experience for Level 2; 5+ years (Level 3) for Level 3.
• Experience with HTV and RTV molding processes and equipment.
• Experience with automated fluid dispensing equipment.
• Experience with operation and programming of robotic part loaders.
• Ability to interact and communicate effectively with external customers and all plant personnel.
• Computer skills including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
• Experience using CAD software.
• Working knowledge of GD&T.
• Lean manufacturing knowledge.
• Ability to interpret 2D drawings.

Responsibilities

• Adhere to all department and plant safety rules.
• Review part prints and specifications to ensure production hardware and test articles meet safety, quality, engineering and configuration requirements.
• Instruct machine operators on technique and operation of manufacturing equipment and gaging.
• Perform observations of manufacturing process to establish reasonable expectation of daily throughput and opportunities for improvement.
• Interface with all levels and departments of plant to support production.
• Assist operations and maintenance in machine setup, training and trouble shooting of processes and equipment.
• Prepare process drawings and work instructions.
• Participate in tooling design and gage selection.
• Monitor manufacturing process through review of SPC data.
• Provide analysis and data to support review boards.
• Willingness to work off shift when needed.

Skills

Lean manufacturing

GD&T

Communication skills

Manufacturing process knowledge

CAD software

Robotic operation experience

Education

Bachelor of Science in Manufacturing/Industrial/Mechanical/Aerospace Engineering or STEM

Master's degree in Manufacturing/Industrial/Mechanical/Aerospace Engineering or STEM

Tools

CAD software

SPC techniques

Job description

Northrop Grumman’s Defense Systems is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer to support Tank Ammunition assembly activities at the Rocket Center, WV site. The role requires close collaboration with multiple departments to ensure safety, quality, and efficiency in production.

The candidate should have a STEM degree and experience with manufacturing processes, CAD, GD&T, and Lean methods. On-site work only, with potential overtime as needed and eligibility for security clearance.