Manufacturing Engineer - Level 2 or Level 3

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

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance availableCLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: NoCLEARANCE TYPE: NoneTRAVEL: NoDescriptionAt 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 is hiring a Manufacturing Engineer - Level 2 or Level 3 to to join our team in Dulles, VA . This position is 100% onsite and cannot accommodate telecommute work.This Manufacturing Engineer - Level 2 or Level 3 will be supporting any of the the following areas: PWC/I&T Harness Integration, Harness Work Center, and electro-Mechanical Work Center .This position will work a 9/80 schedule, with every other Friday off.In this job, you will:Authorize and maintains production plans that detail the assembly of spacecraft hardwareParticipates in design peer reviews to ensure designs are manufacturable and engineering documentation aligns with strict processes and proceduresEvaluates non-conforming product and develops rework procedures to return fit/form/function to flight hardwarePartners with cross-functional groups to conduct root cause and corrective action investigationsOptimizes operational workflow by developing manufacturing processes and introducing new tools and techniques for manufacturing propulsion systemsResponds to changing design requirements at all stages of the build process by revising production plans and returning product to the intended flight configurationProvides direct support to Technicians on the manufacturing floor in a rapid-pace environmentActs as manufacturing lead on assigned programs to ensure roadblocks are quickly alleviated while maintaining budget and scheduleEnsures processes and procedures comply with industry and internal standardsThis position can be filled at either a Level 2 or Level 3.Basic Qualifications for Level 2:Bachelor's degree or higher in Engineering or other related STEM area and at least 2 years of experience in Manufacturing/Process Engineering, Production, or related area - OR - a Master's degree (Four Additional years of experience in lieu of degree will be accepted)No clearance requiredBasic Qualifications for Level 3:Bachelor's degree or higher in Engineering or other related STEM area and at least 5 years of experience in Manufacturing/Process Engineering, Production, or related area - OR - a Master's degree with 3 years of applicable experience (Four years of experience in lieu of degree will be accepted)No clearance requiredPreferred Qualifications: Must have the ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government DoD security clearanceExperience with harness manufacturing and/or harness installation onto space-flight vehiclesExperience with machining and understanding GD&T principlesExperience with manufacturing and assembling flight hardwareExperience with Costpoint, SAP, MES, Solumina, TIPQA, WindchillExperience working in an ISO or AS9100 environmentCurious about all the exciting developments with the Northrop Grumman Space Sector? Click the link below:https://www.northropgrumman.com/spaceWorking at Northrop Grumman is more than just a paycheck. We offer a comprehensive Total Rewards and benefits package designed to help you thrive at work and in life. For more information on our Total Rewards package, please visit our Total Rewards site.Northrop Grumman Total RewardsPrimary Level Salary Range: $83,400.00 - $125,200.00Secondary Level Salary Range: $103,600.00 - $155,400.00The 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.