Process Engineer Level 2

0903 SP - Propulsion Systems; United States; On-site; USD 79,300 - 118,900; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental & Vision coverage

401(k)

Educational Assistance

Life Insurance

Paid Time Off

Job summary

0903 SP - Propulsion Systems is hiring a Process Engineer 3 located at the Promontory, Utah Plant. This role supports various manufacturing processes and requires a B.S. in STEM.

Ideal candidates will have experience in Lean Manufacturing and good communication skills. Benefits include medical coverage, 401(k), and educational assistance. The salary range is $79,300.00 – $118,900.00 based on experience.

Qualifications

• Self-starter that takes initiative to complete tasks with little supervision.
• Experience writing shop planning preferred.
• Experience working with composite materials preferred.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate and instill a strong safety culture in daily operations.
• Develop and continuously improve manufacturing processes.
• Support manufacturing operations including composite manufacturing.

Skills

Problem-solving skills

Oral and written communication skills

Organizational and multi-tasking skills

Experience in Lean Manufacturing Techniques

Basic computer skills (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

Interpreting blueprints and specifications

Experience with 3D modeling software

Experience working with composite materials

Statistical Process Controls (SPC)

Strong interpersonal and customer service skills

Education

B.S. degree in STEM (Mechanical, Chemical, or Aerospace Engineering)

Tools

NX software

CAD skills

Job description

Process Engineer 3

Location: Promontory, Utah Plant. This position will support the Process Engineering team.

Relocation assistance: None. Clearance required for start: No. Clearance type: None. Travel: Yes, 10% of the time.

Role Description & Responsibilities

• Demonstrate and instill a strong safety culture in daily operations
• Develop and continuously improve manufacturing processes
• Support manufacturing operations, including composites manufacturing, machining, rubber layup and molding, chemical bonding, primers and coatings, and complex assemblies
• Act as first line of support and primary point of contact for operations personnel and process-related problems
• Perform cause and corrective action investigations to permanently eliminate defects using root cause analysis tools
• Work with concurrent engineering team to create Build-to-Packages (engineering and planning documents)
• Author, update and review shop floor planning (work instructions)
• Prepare and present technical presentations to internal leadership and to customers for review and approval
• Perform reviews with operations team before and after parts are worked
• Monitor production events and utilize SPC tools to ensure process control
• Develop and incorporate process improvements
• Troubleshoot production/tooling/facility issues and implement improvements to enhance efficiency, reduce costs, and improve product quality
• Support design, checkout, qualification and implementation of new or modified tooling or equipment

Skills & Qualifications

• Self‑starter that takes initiative to complete tasks and assignments with little supervision
• Good problem‑solving skills and strong oral and written communication skills
• Good organizational and multi‑tasking skills
• Experience in Lean Manufacturing Techniques
• Basic computer skills (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Interpreting blueprints and specifications, GD&T standards
• Experience writing shop planning (preferred)
• Experience with 3D modeling software
• Experience working with composite materials (preferred)
• Strong interpersonal and customer service skills
• CAD skills preferred
• Statistical Process Controls (SPC)

Benefits

• Medical, Dental & Vision coverage
• 401(k)
• Educational Assistance
• Life Insurance
• Employee Assistance Programs & Work/Life Solutions
• Paid Time Off
• Health & Wellness Resources
• Employee Discounts

Work Schedule

This position’s standard work schedule is a 4x10. The 4x10 schedule allows employees who work a nine‑hour day Monday through Thursday.

Basic Qualifications

• B.S. degree in STEM (Mechanical, Chemical, or Aerospace Engineering) or related engineering degree with 2 years’ experience
• Experience writing shop planning (preferred)
• Experience with 3D modeling software
• Experience working with composite materials (preferred)
• Strong interpersonal and customer service skills
• CAD skills preferred
• Statistical Process Controls (SPC)

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with NX and modeling
• Experience with rigging, bridge and mobile cranes

Salary Range

Primary Level Salary Range: $79,300.00 – $118,900.00. Base salary offers are based on scope, responsibilities and candidate experience, education, skills and merits. Overtime, shift differential, discretionary bonus and long‑term incentives may be available.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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 our site.

Citizenship

U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.