Staff Factory Automation Systems Engineer (PR942)

Northrop Grumman Corp. (AU); Maryland; On-site; USD 157,000 - 248,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a pioneering company as a Staff Factory Automation Engineer, where you'll develop cutting-edge computing systems in a collaborative environment. This role offers the opportunity to work alongside talented physicists and engineers, tackling complex challenges and driving innovation in factory automation. With a focus on software integration and project management, you'll play a critical role in bridging the gap between commercial software and internal applications. If you thrive in fast-paced settings and are passionate about making a difference, this position is perfect for you, providing a platform to invent the future while enjoying a fulfilling career.

Benefits

Relocation Assistance

Diverse Work Environment

Career Development Opportunities

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in STEM with 12 years or Master's with 10 years of experience required.
• Strong understanding of software programming and systems engineering.

Responsibilities

• Architect and develop custom solutions for factory automation systems.
• Perform root cause analysis for application failures and implement solutions.

Skills

Software Programming

Systems Engineering

Project Management

Python

SQL

R

Root Cause Analysis

COTS Software Integration

Education

Bachelor's degree in a STEM discipline

Master's degree in a STEM discipline

PhD in a STEM discipline

Tools

SECS/GEM protocol

Factory Automation Systems

Job description

Requisition ID: R10175317

• Category: Engineering

• Location: Linthicum, Maryland, United States of America | Annapolis Junction, Maryland, United States of America

• Clearance Type: Polygraph

• 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 — and we have an insatiable drive to do what others think is impossible.

The Systems Engineering Integration & Test (SEIT) department is seeking a Staff Factory Automation Engineer to join our team and develop high-performance computing systems. You’ll work in a fast-paced team environment alongside physicists, design engineers, and superconducting foundry engineers.

What You’ll Get To Do:

• Architect and develop custom solutions to bridge the gap between COTS software packages and internal applications.

• Define requirements, author code, test and deploy custom solutions to factory automation systems.

• Analyze needs and requirements of existing and proposed systems, and develop technical, structural, and organizational specifications.

• Work with suppliers to implement application suggestions and demonstrate early success with minimum viable product proofing.

• Perform root cause analysis for application failures and implement solutions.

• Communicate effectively at all levels of the organization, with internal and external customers, in written and verbal format.

• Work under minimal direction and independently determine and develop approach to solutions.

This position requires full-time work onsite at our Linthicum/Annapolis Junction, MD locations.

Basic Qualifications for Staff Factory Automation Engineer:

• Bachelor's degree in a STEM discipline with 12 years of experience, a Master's degree in a STEM discipline with 10 years of experience, or a PhD in a STEM discipline with 7 years of experience.

• Strong understanding of software programming, concepts of Software Engineering or Systems Engineering specifically software integration.

• Experience in modern programming languages (Python, SQL, R, etc.).

• Strong organizational and project management skills, able to execute independently and with a small team.

• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with high expectations, diverse assignments, and collaborative/team settings across all levels.

• This position requires the applicant to be a U.S. citizen.

• Ability to obtain and maintain a TS/SCI with poly clearance per business requirements.

Preferred Qualifications for Staff Factory Automation Engineer:

• Active TS/SCI with poly security clearance.

• Experience in high volume automated manufacturing microelectronics or semiconductor fabs.

• Experience working with SECS/GEM protocol and other SEMI standards utilized in factory automation.

• Experience with Request for Proposal (RFP) input related to Non-Recurring Engineering (NRE) requirements.

• Highly skilled in modern programming languages (Python, SQL, R, etc.).

• Understands the differences in data representation between products, plans, recipes, and varying levels of manufacturing containers.

Salary Range: $157,500 - $247,600

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.