Manufacturing Engineer (Level 2/3) – Spacecraft Systems (Onsite)

Northrop Grumman; Virginia; On-site; USD 83,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

Northrop Grumman is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer (Level 2 or 3) to join our Dulles, VA team. The role focuses on authorizing production plans for spacecraft hardware and participating in design reviews to ensure manufacturability and compliance with strict processes.

This onsite position supports the harness and electro-mechanical work centers, with a 9/80 schedule and frequent cross-functional collaboration.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related STEM field; 2+ years in Manufacturing/Process Engineering or a Master’s with additional experience.
• Experience with Costpoint, SAP, MES, Solumina, TIPQA and Windchill.
• No clearance required.

Responsibilities

• Authorize and maintain production plans detailing spacecraft hardware assembly.
• Participate in design reviews to ensure manufacturability and documentation alignment with processes.
• Evaluate non-conforming product and develop rework procedures for flight hardware.
• Partner with cross-functional teams for root cause and corrective actions.
• Provide on-floor manufacturing support and lead programs to resolve roadblocks quickly.

Skills

Manufacturing/Process Engineering

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related STEM

Master's degree

Tools

Costpoint

SAP

MES

Solumina

TIPQA

Windchill

Job description

Northrop Grumman is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer (Level 2 or 3) to join our Dulles, VA team. The role focuses on authorizing production plans for spacecraft hardware and participating in design reviews to ensure manufacturability and compliance with strict processes.

This onsite position supports the harness and electro-mechanical work centers, with a 9/80 schedule and frequent cross-functional collaboration.