Tooling Engineer II/III – Aerospace Fabrication & Innovation

Northrop Grumman Corp.; West Virginia; On-site; USD 72,000 - 134,000; Full time

Job summary

Northrop Grumman Corp. is seeking a Tooling Engineer at the Rocket Center, WV site. This on-site role requires coordinating tool design with internal and external customers, performing tolerance analysis, and driving process improvements to meet cost and schedule goals.

The position emphasizes manufacturability of tooling, engagement with product development, and ensuring program quality. A DOD Secret clearance is often needed, with limited travel.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of manufacturing methods, fabrication processes and tooling selection.
• Experience with project management and leading design/fabrication projects.
• Basic CAD/CAM tools knowledge (NX or similar).
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and specs.
• Basic understanding of GD&T standards.

Responsibilities

• Duties include coordinating tool and fixture design with internal/external customers.
• Perform tolerance analysis to verify form, fit and function.
• Investigate root causes of failures and implement corrective actions.
• Develop and evaluate process improvements for tooling.
• Support product development to ensure manufacturability of new designs.

Skills

Manufacturing Methods

Project Management

CAD/CAM

Engineering Drawings

GD&T

Education

Bachelor's STEM Degree

Master's STEM Degree

Tools

NX

Job description

Northrop Grumman Corp. is seeking a Tooling Engineer at the Rocket Center, WV site. This on-site role requires coordinating tool design with internal and external customers, performing tolerance analysis, and driving process improvements to meet cost and schedule goals.

The position emphasizes manufacturability of tooling, engagement with product development, and ensuring program quality. A DOD Secret clearance is often needed, with limited travel.