Principal/Engineer Process Manufacturing

About the role

• RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available
• CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: No
• CLEARANCE TYPE: None
• TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the Time

About the role

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.

We are seeking a Process Engineer to support our Manufacturing Plant Rocket Motor processes.

This position will be located at Bacchus working in the Process Engineering group with responsibilities in the Controls/Process Support.

Designs manufacturing processes, for highly energetic, static sensitive, corrosive, and chemical processes. Designs arrangement of machines and tools within the facility to ensure the most safe and efficient layout. Implements qualification and change management processes to ensure products or services meet customer requirements.

Engineer must understand all safety risks of the process and design the processes such that safety risks are mitigated or eliminated. All processes must meet the minimum standard as outlined in (HOPs) Hazards Operation Standard. Understands and complies with DOD4145.26 ATF. Engineers works closely with the Hazards Analysis and Cross Functional Engineering group in designing and setting up the processes.

Develops energetic processes such that safety interlocks, standardization requirements for mixes, and remote processes are incorporated into the process for operator and process safety. Designs sequence of operations and quality control that specifies procedures for the fabrication of tools and equipment and other functions that affect product performance. Ensures processes and procedures are in compliance with regulations.

Supports cross function matrixed investigation teams with emphasis on root cause analysis, process failure modes, non-conformances and effective analysis.

Responsibilities include

• Field support for Manufacturing processes (process, tooling, equipment)
• Design and specification review and updating
• Operating procedure writing, review and updates
• Preparation and present to OSCB/PPCB (Safety reviews)
• Update and review of statistical process control charts (work any out of family attributes)
• Prepare and submit Maintenance Work Orders
• Develop and incorporate process improvements thru capital and tooling projects
• Prepare for and present to Capital Appropriations Board (CAB) to obtain funding for capital improvements.
• Trouble shoot production/tooling/facility issues and bring to resolution
• Support various control systems on plant. Support includes troubleshooting, re-programming, adding software enhancements, etc. in support of Operations.
• Support programming of Rockwell PLC systems, and transitioning other equipment to modern control systems.

This position can be filled at either level 2 or Level 3 (Principal)

Basic Qualifications

For level 2

• B.S. degree in Mechanical, Chemical, Computer, Electrical, Aerospace Engineering or Computer Science with 2 years experience or 0 years of experience with Masters degree
• Strong desire to work with control processes
• A desire to support Field Manufacturing processes
• Demonstrate exceptional written communication skills.
• Must have the ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government security clearance.

For Level 3

• B.S. degree with 5 years experience OR 3 years with a Masters degree.

Preferred Qualifications

• Be able to analyze, write, translate process instructions or improvements.
• Manufacturing experience is a plus.

Primary Level Salary Range

$89,000.00 - $109,000.00

Secondary Level Salary Range

$110,000.00 - $135,000.00

The above salary range represents a general guideline; however, Northrop Grumman considers a number of factors when determining base salary offers such as the scope and responsibilities of the position and the candidate's experience, education, skills and current market conditions.

Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay. Annual bonuses are designed to reward individual contributions as well as allow employees to share in company results. Employees in Vice President or Director positions may be eligible for Long Term Incentives. In addition, Northrop Grumman provides a variety of benefits including health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, savings plan, Company paid holidays and paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business.

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.