Manufacturing Systems Engineer Level 2 or 3

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.

Please note: This position is at our Plymouth, MN location and no remote positions are available.

Job Summary:

Operate as a member of our Manufacturing Systems Engineering team as part of the System Engineering, Integration and Test (SEIT) Team.  The Manufacturing Systems Engineering (MSE) Team supports all Northrop Grumman Fuze and Warhead Operating Unit programs in the areas of manufacturing planning, subcontractor and supplier liaison, production cost modeling, technology and manufacturing readiness and other activities that enable manufacturing success.

Specific responsibilities:

• Leverage model-based solutions to integrate manufacturing requirements and data with system requirements and design data
• Prepare labor and material estimates in support of proposals.
• Utilize various tools to assess the current condition of design, manufacturing and supply chains in order to mature all elements for stable and profitable production.

Basic Qualifications:

• Level 2: Bachelor’s degree in a STEM discipline from an accredited university AND 2 years of related professional experience in mechanical, electrical, manufacturing, process engineering, or similar; OR Master’s degree in STEM discipline from an accredited university AND 0+ years of related professional experience in mechanical, electrical, manufacturing, process engineering or similar.
• Level 3: Bachelor’s degree in a STEM discipline from an accredited university AND 5 years of related professional experience in mechanical, electrical, manufacturing, process engineering, or similar; OR Master’s degree in STEM discipline from an accredited university AND 3 years of related professional experience in mechanical, electrical, manufacturing, process engineering or similar.
• Possess or ability to obtain a DoD Secret Security Clearance required.
• Strong familiarity with process development, controls and manufacturing management.
• Integrated Product Team (IPT) leadership experience.
• Comfortable with public speaking in front of large groups.
• Ability to travel 10-20% of the time.

Preferred Qualifications:

• STEM Degree
• Master’s Degree
• Experience with electronics manufacturing, elector-mechanical assemblies and energetics loading and processing.
• Experience with strategic sourcing, cost analysis, design for manufacturing and assembly, and capital investment assessments.
• Experience with a variety of manufacturing methods, materials, and interest in understanding them more.
• Experience with GD&T, metrology, and quality systems utilized in production.
• General experience with CAD, CAM, and FEA.
• Extensive knowledge in US DoD product development and acquisition approaches.
• Experience with fast paced agile team engagement on development and production.
• Experience with Cameo System Modeler or similar tool preferred.
• Experience with Agile development methodologies and managing work in Jira are preferred.
• Technical writing capability

Primary Level Salary Range: $85,400.00 - $128,000.00

Secondary Level Salary Range: $105,400.00 - $158,000.00

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.

Northrop Grumman is an Equal Opportunity 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. For our complete EEO and pay transparency statement, please visit http://www.northropgrumman.com/EEO. U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.