Principal Product Engineer – Defense Systems (Level 4)

0887 DS - Armament Systems; United States; On-site; USD 89,000 - 168,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance coverage

Life and disability insurance

Savings plan

Company paid holidays

Paid time off (PTO)

Job summary

Northrop Grumman is seeking an experienced Manufacturing Engineer to support Armament Systems in Mesa, AZ. The role focuses on design-for-manufacturing, design-to-cost targets, and liaising with internal teams and suppliers to optimize production.

The position requires a BS in a related field, 5+ years of experience (or a MS with 3 years), and U.S. citizenship. Travel up to 25% may be required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science degree in Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or closely related STEM field.
• 5+ years of relevant industry experience or a master’s degree with 3 years of industry experience (for Level3).
• Understanding of GD&T; Familiarity with CAD software (NX).
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Project, PowerPoint).
• Hands-on manufacturing experience in assembly and fabrication; strong communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Works with design, project, manufacturing and quality engineers through the product development process to ensure Design to Cost (DTC) and DFA/DFM targets are achieved.
• Provide guidance to design engineering regarding design concepts and product specification requirements to best utilize equipment and manufacturing techniques.
• Interprets engineering drawings and recommends design changes to increase manufacturability and functionality.
• Prepares cost estimates and written technical proposals for product improvement initiatives.
• Reviews drawings, Engineering Change Orders, and work instructions for accuracy and completeness.
• Participates and/or leads disposition of non-conforming production parts.
• Acts as a technical interface to internal production personnel and to external suppliers.
• Develops technical relationships with internal production personnel and with external suppliers.
• Supports manufacturing trade studies and early supplier involvement.
• Shares knowledge with other engineers.

Skills

Industrial Engineering

Manufacturing Engineering

Mechanical Engineering

GD&T

NX CAD

MS Office

DFA/DFM

Design for Assembly

Communication

Education

BS in Industrial/Manufacturing/Mechanical Eng

Tools

NX CAD

Job description

Northrop Grumman is seeking an experienced Manufacturing Engineer to support Armament Systems in Mesa, AZ. The role focuses on design-for-manufacturing, design-to-cost targets, and liaising with internal teams and suppliers to optimize production.

The position requires a BS in a related field, 5+ years of experience (or a MS with 3 years), and U.S. citizenship. Travel up to 25% may be required.