Principal Materials and Process (M&P) Engineer/Sr Principal Materials and Process (M&P) Engineer

Northrop Grumman Corp. (AU); Melbourne (FL); On-site; USD 89,400 - 167,500; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Life & disability insurance

Savings plan

Company-paid holidays

Paid time off

Job summary

Northrop Grumman Aeronautics Systems in Melbourne, Florida, is seeking a Principal or Senior Principal Materials & Processes Engineer specializing in metallic structures. You will analyze material failures, design fabrication processes, and ensure compliance with military specs for airframe structures.

The role requires a STEM degree and relevant experience, with DoD/SAP clearances possible. Travel to subcontractors is required, and relocation assistance may be available.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in STEM with minimum 5 years of experience in metallic materials for airframe structures (Principal).
• Master's degree with minimum 3 years in the same field (Principal).
• Bachelor's degree in STEM with minimum 9 years of experience (Senior Principal).
• Master's degree with minimum 7 years, or PhD with minimum 4 years (Senior Principal).
• Experience with metals and their aerospace applications; repair processes for metallic materials.

Responsibilities

• Perform root cause analysis of material failures and provide effective solutions to production composite issues.
• Generate test plans and reports.
• Analyze, research, design, and develop materials and related fabrication and application processes for engine design, structures, systems, and subsystems.
• Apply principles of chemistry, physics, and material behavior to develop metallic processing specifications, fabrication, and assembly processes.
• Develop, analyze, and apply material properties, design allowables, processing processes, and quality engineering specifications.
• Conduct material analyses including failure analysis, life predictions, and definition of requirement specifications.
• Review and approve subcontractor material processing procedures as needed.
• Travel to subcontractor locations as required.

Skills

Metallic materials

Failure analysis

Root cause analysis

Material processing

Education

Bachelor's in Materials Science or related

Master's or PhD in Materials Science (preferred)

Job description

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available

CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: Yes

CLEARANCE TYPE: SAP

TRAVEL: Yes, 25% of the Time

Position Overview

Northrop Grumman Aeronautics Systems is hiring a Principal or Senior Principal Materials & Processes Engineer specializing in metallic structures for our Vehicle Engineering organization located in Melbourne, Florida. This role focuses on analyzing material failures, designing fabrication processes, and ensuring compliance with military specifications.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform root cause analysis of material failures and provide effective solutions to production composite issues.
• Generate test plans and reports.
• Analyze, research, design, and develop materials and related fabrication and application processes for engine design, structures, systems, and subsystems.
• Apply principles of chemistry, physics, and material behavior to develop metallic processing specifications, fabrication, and assembly processes.
• Develop, analyze, and apply material properties, design allowables, processing processes, and quality engineering specifications.
• Conduct material analyses including failure analysis, life predictions, and definition of requirement specifications.
• Review and approve subcontractor material processing procedures as needed.
• Travel to subcontractor locations as required.

Basic Qualifications

• For Principal M&P Engineer: Bachelor’s degree in STEM with minimum 5 years of experience in metallic materials for airframe structures, or Master’s degree with minimum 3 years of experience in the same field.
• For Senior Principal M&P Engineer: Bachelor’s degree in STEM with minimum 9 years of experience in metallic materials for airframe structures, Master’s degree with minimum 7 years, or PhD with minimum 4 years, all in the same field.
• Experience with metals and their applications related to fabrication and design on aircraft.
• Experience with repair processes for metallic materials used in aerospace structures.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret Clearance.
• Ability to obtain and maintain Special Access Program (SAP) clearance.

Preferred Qualifications

• BS or MS in Materials Science or similar discipline.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Team collaboration experience.
• Ability to prioritize multiple responsibilities and accomplish them simultaneously.
• Analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Experience with military specifications and standards.
• Experience interfacing with a military customer.

Salary and Benefits

• Primary Level Salary Range: $89,400.00 – $134,200.00
• Secondary Level Salary Range: $111,700.00 – $167,500.00
• Eligible for overtime, shift differential, discretionary bonus, and potential long‑term incentives for senior positions.
• Benefits include health insurance, life & disability insurance, savings plan, company‑paid holidays, and paid time off.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Northrop Grumman is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applications are considered 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. U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with government clearance and other restricted positions.