Engineer Manufacturing

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.

Strategic Space Systems Division (SSSD) is an industry-leading provider for prime satellite and payload capabilities and directed energy and electronics solutions for national security, military, and civil customers. We are built on a heritage of providing innovative, affordable and reliable aerospace and defense products that our customers rely on to achieve mission success. Join the Space revolution and make the impossible, possible.

Strategic Space Systems Division has an opening for an Engineer Manufacturing to join our team of qualified, diverse individuals. This position will be located in Redondo Beach, California.

   

Position is for an engineering and planning supporting M2I&TL Mechanical hardware production areas. The candidate will support efforts for the engineering and work instruction generation/process planning function.

Typical Responsibilities Include:

• Translating contractual requirements into detailed Work Instructions and MBOMs using Solumina MES and SAP MRP software tools, documenting tooling and shop aids to assist in the manufacturing, assembly and testing of hardware

• Reviews requirements to ensure completeness of work instruction

• Implementation of processes, procedures for machined parts, composites and assemblies including order of operations for Solumina work instructions and floor discrepancies

• Develops and executes process flows and integration plans

• Understanding and interpretation of Process (PR) specifications and (Fabrication Inspection Procedure) FIPPS

• Applies experiential skills to the development of work instructions and testing of mechanical and/or electromechanical systems, instruments, and/or controls 

• Candidate must be able to obtain and maintain a DoD Top Secret Clearance or SCI Access.

As a full-time employee of Northrop Grumman Space Systems, 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

 
This position’s standard work schedule is a 9/80. The 9/80 schedule allows employees who work a nine-hour day Monday through Thursday to take every other Friday off.

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree plus 2 years of technical experience OR High School Diploma/General Education Diploma (G.E.D) plus 6 years of technical experience

• Familiarity with Manufacturing, Integration, Test or Mechanical Assembly

• Candidate must be able to obtain and maintain a DoD Top Secret Clearance or SCI Access

Preferred Qualifications:

• Active DoD Top Secret Clearance or SCI Access

• Manufacturing experience

• Integration and Test experience

• Experience with mechanical assembly and integration techniques

• Ability to operate in a large team environment

• Excellent communication skills

• Excellent technical writing skills

Salary Range: $74,900 USD - $112,300 USD

Employees may be eligible for 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 health and safety of our employees and their families is a top priority. The company encourages employees to remain up-to-date on their COVID-19 vaccinations. U.S. Northrop Grumman employees may be required, in the future, to be vaccinated or have an approved disability/medical or religious accommodation, pursuant to future court decisions and/or government action on the currently stayed federal contractor vaccine mandate under Executive Order 14042 https://www.saferfederalworkforce.gov/contractors/.

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. For our complete EEO/AA and Pay Transparency statement, please visit http://www.northropgrumman.com/EEO. U.S. Citizenship is required for most positions.