Senior Staff (level 6) Manufacturing Systems Engineer - Final Assembly

Northrop Grumman Corp. (AU); Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 179,000 - 270,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Staff Manufacturing Systems Engineer to innovate and enhance manufacturing processes. This role involves developing new manufacturing techniques, optimizing production capabilities, and leading projects to drive quality improvements. With a focus on collaboration and technical leadership, the position offers a chance to work in a dynamic environment that values intellectual curiosity and diverse perspectives. Candidates will engage in exciting challenges while contributing to advanced microelectronics products. If you're ready to make a significant impact in a fast-paced setting, this opportunity is for you!

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

Relocation assistance

Diverse workforce environment

Qualifications

• 14 years of experience in Manufacturing/Process Engineering or 12 years with a Master's degree.
• Experience in managing capital and facility projects in manufacturing.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain manufacturing processes focusing on production capabilities.
• Monitor process yields and recommend quality improvements.

Skills

Manufacturing/Process Engineering

Project Management

Structural Composite Bonding

Organizational Skills

Communication Skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related STEM area

Master's degree in Engineering or related STEM area

Tools

Laser Tracker

Statistical Process Control (SPC)

Design of Experiment (DOE)

Job description

Requisition ID: R10183675

• Category: Engineering

• Location: Baltimore, Maryland, United States of America

• Clearance Type: Secret

• Telecommute: No - Teleworking not available for this position

• Shift: 1st Shift (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. Our culture thrives on intellectual curiosity, cognitive diversity, and bringing your whole self to work.

A security clearance is not required to apply to or to start this job. The selected candidate will be processed for a security clearance after she/he starts the job.

Northrop Grumman Mission Systems Sector is seeking a Senior Staff Manufacturing Systems Engineer to support the Final Assembly area within manufacturing. The primary location is our Linthicum, MD facility.

The Senior Staff Manufacturing Systems Engineer has responsibilities that include, but are not limited to:

Process Development:

• Developing new and maintaining, or improving, existing manufacturing processes with a focus on production capabilities and affordability.

• Prototyping, testing, and production support of state-of-the-art systems requiring specialty knowledge and skills related to use of free form modeling, surface analysis, materials, tooling, test fixtures and equipment, and manufacturing processes.

• Developing project scope requirements, perform technical planning, manufacturing system development, integration, verification, and validation.

• Managing project cost (implementation, ROI), schedule, and risk mitigation strategies.

• Creating and managing project plans (tasks, resources, and schedules) for process development activities.

• Creating and documenting designs for custom tooling.

• Specifying, identifying, and procuring new manufacturing equipment for production readiness and preparing equipment for production.

• Facilitating collaboration across Manufacturing Operations functional support groups through all manufacturing readiness phases.

• Developing and optimizing process parameters.

• Developing/revising process documentation and work instructions.

• Supplier engagement and facilitation of supplier development and risk reduction activities.

Factory Support:

• Monitoring process yields and cost, recommending and implementing quality improvements to drive improved metrics.

• Solving manufacturing problems (related to materials, designs, equipment, and tooling, training, and instructions) to support production.

• Assisting with the training of new personnel and participating in the design of operation training materials.

• Supporting factory maintenance personnel with the troubleshooting and repair of process equipment.

• Leading shop floor product/process troubleshooting across cells.

• Driving root cause corrective action (RCCA) efforts.

Design and Engineering Support:

• Recommending product design improvements required to produce advanced microelectronics products.

• Documenting state-of-the-art process capabilities and guidelines for product designers.

• Participating in design producibility reviews for new products.

Miscellaneous:

• Providing supplier support, as needed, to resolve issues within the supply base.

• Providing Request for Proposal (RFP) input specifically as it relates to Non-Recurring Engineering (NRE) requirements such as tooling, capital equipment, and/or new process development.

• Providing technical leadership and mentoring to less experienced personnel.

The chosen candidate must be able to multi-task in a fast-paced, dynamic, and high visibility environment; work well in a team environment; and have excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Basic Qualifications for a Senior Staff Manufacturing Systems Engineer:

• Bachelor's degree or higher in Engineering or related STEM area with 14 years of experience in Manufacturing/Process Engineering, Production, or related area OR a candidate may have 12 years of experience in Manufacturing/Process Engineering, Production, or related area with a MS degree, as long as their BS or MS is a STEM degree.

• Experience managing capital and facility projects in a manufacturing environment.

• Structural Composite Bonding experience.

• Large Tooling design and implementation experience.

• Structural Aircraft assembly background/experience.

• Experience managing performance of vendors, sub-tier suppliers, partners, subcontractors.

• Strong organizational and project management skills.

• Candidate must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance.

• U.S. citizenship is required.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with KPIs, cost estimates, work breakdown structures, and continuous improvement experience.

• Knowledge of Active and Passive Antenna designs and manufacturing processes.

• Knowledge of J-STD and MIL-STD requirements.

• Laser tracker qualification and usage.

• Familiarity with Design of Experiment (DOE), Statistical Process Control (SPC), and 6 sigma concepts for process development.

Northrop Grumman provides a comprehensive benefits package and a work environment which encourages your growth and supports the mutual success of our people and our company.

Salary Range: $179,600 - $269,400

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.