Principal Manufacturing Engineer/Senior Principal Manufacturing Engineer

Northrop Grumman Corp. (AU); Mississippi; On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Principal Manufacturing Engineer to join their innovative team in Iuka, Mississippi. This role involves designing manufacturing processes and ensuring product quality through effective problem-solving and collaboration. The ideal candidate will bring a strong engineering background and a commitment to excellence in a dynamic work environment. With opportunities to work on cutting-edge projects that shape the future of aerospace technology, this position promises a rewarding career path. If you are passionate about engineering and eager to make a significant impact, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Relocation Assistance

Diverse Workforce

Career Development Opportunities

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree and 4 years of relevant experience required.
• Must obtain and maintain a DOD Secret level clearance.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop manufacturing processes and production layouts.
• Inspect machinery performance and ensure compliance with regulations.

Skills

Engineering

Problem Solving

Manufacturing Processes

Inspection and Testing

Change Management

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Master’s Degree

PhD

Tools

Catia V5

NX

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Requisition ID: R10188452

• Category: Engineering

• Location: Iuka, Mississippi, United States of America

• Clearance Type: Secret

• Telecommute: No - Teleworking not available for this position

• Shift: Any (United States of America)

• Travel Required: Yes, 10% of the Time

• Relocation Assistance: Relocation assistance may be available

• Positions Available: 1

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. 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.

Northrop Grumman Aeronautics Systems is seeking a Principal Manufacturing Engineer (Level 3) / Sr. Principal Manufacturing Engineer (Level 4). The qualified applicant will become part of Northrop Grumman's Manufacturing Engineering Team working in a collaborative environment while promoting a positive and proactive teamwork environment. This position will be located at our site in Iuka, Mississippi.

Position is on-site in Iuka, MS and cannot be performed remotely.

Manufacturing Engineers for Aeronautics Systems are expected to provide technical solutions to a wide range of complex and difficult problems. They are problem solvers who have the ability to provide results that are innovative, thorough, practical, and consistent with organization objectives.

Responsibilities

The selected candidate will design and develop manufacturing processes, procedures and production layouts for assemblies, equipment installation, processing, machining and material handling. Other duties may include:

• Adapt machine or equipment design to factory and production conditions.

• Incorporate inspection and test requirements into the production plan.

• Inspect performance of machinery, equipment, and tools to verify their efficiency, and investigate and initiate corrective action of problems and deficiencies to ensure product quality.

• Provide guidance to engineering regarding design concepts and specification requirements to best utilize equipment and manufacturing techniques.

• Ensure processes and procedures are in compliance with regulations.

• Lead the effort with respect to change board packages. Develop the packages with input from part owners and present at change control boards as warranted.

This requisition may be filled at either a Principal Manufacturing Engineer level or a Sr. Principal Manufacturing Engineer level based on the qualifications below.

Basic Qualifications for Principal Manufacturing Engineer:

• Bachelor’s Degree and 4 years of experience in engineering, production assembly/fabrication, or production manufacturing operation; OR Master's Degree with 3 years of experience in engineering, production assembly/fabrication, or production manufacturing operations.

• Ability to work any shift as needed by the business.

• Must have the ability to obtain and maintain a DOD Secret level clearance, including Special Access Program within a reasonable period prior to starting. Clearance is not required to apply.

Basic Qualifications for Sr. Principal Manufacturing Engineer:

• Bachelor’s Degree and 8 years of experience in engineering, production assembly/fabrication, or production manufacturing operation; OR Master's Degree with 6 years of experience in engineering, production assembly/fabrication, or production manufacturing operations; OR PhD with 4 years of experience in engineering, production assembly/fabrication or production manufacturing operations.

• Ability to work any shift as needed by the business.

• Must have the ability to obtain and maintain a DOD Secret level clearance, including Special Access Program within a reasonable period prior to starting. Clearance is not required to apply.

Preferred Qualifications:

• STEM Degree (Science, Technical, Engineering or Mathematical)

• Composites knowledge (i.e. hand layup, automated layup, cure experience, and/or machining experience)

• Experience reviewing and interpreting engineering drawings and specifications

• Experience with root cause & corrective action processes and techniques

• Functional knowledge of Process Failure Modes and Effects Analysis (PFMEA)

• Experience authoring, modifying, and auditing work procedures

• Able to utilize Catia V5 and/or NX

• Experience with Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T)

• Experience providing innovative techniques focused on improving product designs and tooling assemblies or equipment

• Experience in Microsoft Office Suite

• Active Secret or Top-Secret clearance

What We Offer:

At Northrop Grumman, we are on the cutting edge of innovation -- building the next generation of sophisticated aircraft to protect our country. Our diverse portfolio of programs means there are endless paths to cultivate your career.

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 committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action 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/AA and Pay Transparency statement, please visit. U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.