Sr. Staff Material Process Engineer - 14978

Northrop Grumman Corporation; Manhattan Beach (CA); On-site; USD 163,000 - 257,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading defense systems company is seeking a Sr Staff Material Process Engineer to support the Sentinel program. This role involves working with non-metallic materials, creating specifications, and collaborating with engineers and suppliers. The position offers a robust benefits package and competitive relocation assistance. Ideal candidates will have a STEM degree and relevant experience.

Benefits

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

401k

Educational Assistance

Life Insurance

Employee Assistance Programs

Paid Time Off

Health & Wellness Resources

Employee Discounts

Qualifications

• 1-4 years experience with a Bachelor's degree, or 1-2 years with a Master's, or 10 years with a PhD.
• Must be a US Citizen with an active DoD Secret Clearance.

Responsibilities

• Work with design engineers on non-metallic materials systems.
• Create Material and Process Specifications to meet Program Requirements.
• Lead qualifications of new materials/components and processes.

Skills

Collaboration

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in a STEM discipline

Master's degree

PhD

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Siemens Teamcenter

NX solid modeling

Job description

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available

CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret

TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the Time

Description

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 - from the first flight across the Atlantic Ocean, to stealth bombers, to landing on the moon. 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 — and we have an insatiable drive to do what others think is impossible. Our employees are not only part of history, they're making history.

Position Overview

Northrop Grumman Defense Systems is seeking a Sr Staff Material Process Engineer. This position is located in Huntsville, AL or Manhattan Beach, CA and supports the Sentinel program.

What You’ll Get To Do

1. Work with design engineers in selection and application of non-metallic materials systems, including environmental coatings, adhesives, sealants, composite materials, and supporting hardware.
2. Create Material, Process, Component Specifications or Source Control Documents to meet Program Requirements.
3. Lead and conduct qualifications of new materials/components, processes, and ageing studies to meet program service life.
4. Work with manufacturing and subcontractors to resolve qualification, producibility, and test issues with non-metallic parts and their related processes.
5. Manage Bill-of-Materials, new part requests, part objects, and part attributes in a Product Lifecycle Management System.
6. Support Supply Chain with component procurement requirements, selection of suppliers, and procurement issues.
7. Tailor and allocate non-metallic requirements to System, Subsystem, and Unit Level Specifications.
8. Support Program Subcontractors with non-metallic Part requirements interpretation and review of Subcontractor Data Requirements Lists (SDRLs).

Benefits

As a full-time employee, you are eligible for our robust benefits package including: Medical, Dental & Vision coverage, 401k, Educational Assistance, Life Insurance, Employee Assistance Programs & Work/Life Solutions, Paid Time Off, Health & Wellness Resources, Employee Discounts.

Work Schedule & Relocation

This position has a standard 9/80 work schedule, allowing employees to take every other Friday off. This role may offer a competitive relocation assistance package.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a STEM discipline with 1-4 years of experience, or 1-2 years with a Master's, or 10 years with a PhD.
• Must be a US Citizen with an active DoD Secret Clearance, current within the last 6 years.
• Ability to obtain and maintain SAP approval.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.
• Ability to draft and review design documents, drawings, specifications, and test plans.
• Experience in materials and process selection, welding, metallurgy, and corrosion.
• Collaboration with engineers and external customers on corrosion and materials-related assessments.

Preferred Qualifications

• Degree in Corrosion Engineering, Metallurgy, or Welding Engineering.
• Familiarity with AAMP / NACE certifications.
• Experience with process development, control, and improvement.
• Experience in stress corrosion cracking testing, service life testing, failure analysis, and related areas.
• Knowledge of Siemens Teamcenter, NX solid modeling.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to manage multiple projects.

Compensation

Salary Range: $163,200 - $256,400. Compensation depends on factors like experience, education, and skills. Benefits include health insurance, life/disability insurance, savings plan, paid holidays, and PTO. The application period is approximately 20 days from posting, subject to change.

Northrop Grumman is an Equal Opportunity Employer. U.S. Citizenship required for positions with a government clearance.