Sentinel (GBSD) – Engineer Material Process/Principal Engineer Material Process (5707-1)

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 - 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.

Embark on a career putting innovative, reliable, and agile products and ideas into orbit, and beyond. Northrop Grumman has opportunities waiting for you that play a vital role in human space exploration, national defense, and scientific discovery, supporting multiple programs across the universe. With us, you’ll discover a culture of curiosity and collaboration that will have you Defining Possible from the day you start. Our space systems connect and protect millions of people on earth every day, now and for the future. Explore your future and launch your career today.

Northrop Grumman Space Systems is seeking to add an Engineer Material Process/Principal Engineer Material Process in support of the Ground Based Strategic Deterrent (GBSD) program.  Northrop Grumman supports the Air Force’s sustainment, development, production and deployment of hardware and system modifications for Intercontinental Ballistic Missile (ICBM) Ground and Airborne Launch Control Systems, Launch Facilities and associated infrastructure.  This position is located in Huntsville, Alabama.

Specific duties to include, but are not limited to the following:

• Support design with materials selection and establishing processing routes for ceramics, polymers, metals, and composites (~75%)
• Support various business critical functions (~5%)
• Develop, support, and/or lead R&D or direct programs, test plans and reports, finance tracking, proposals, and presentations. 
• At any one time, the individual will serve in roles ranging from supporting engineer to project lead. 
• Apply knowledge and expertise in materials science, chemistry, physics, and related fields to provide technical information, guidance, and solutions to engineers and scientists in support of R&D and production program.
• Author, assist, and/or maintain material specifications and process standards, work instructions, and other engineering related documentation.
• Collaborate cross functionally across functional Engineering Teams, Operations, Supply Chain, Finance, to support business needs, including active communication with suppliers.
• Support fabrication, mechanical testing, thermal analysis and materials characterization, chemical analysis, qualification testing, and more. 

Position Benefits:

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.   

You’ll Bring These Qualifications:

• Engineer Material Process:  Bachelor's degree in Materials Science and Engineering, Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Materials Engineering, or Ceramic Engineering with 2 years’ experience; 0 years’ experience with a Master’s
• Principal Engineer Material Process:  Bachelor's degree in Materials Science and Engineering, Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Materials Engineering, or Ceramic Engineering  with 5 years’ experience; 3 years’ experience with a Master’s; 0 years’ with PHD
• Must be a US Citizen with the ability to obtain Special Access Program (SAP) Clearance
• Must have the ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret clearance or higher
• Must be proficient in Microsoft Office tools 
• 1+ years’ experience with DoD/NASA PM&P standards
• 1+ years’ experience with part, material and process development and qualification
• 1+ years’ experience writing preparing technical data presentations and writing technical emails

These Qualifications Would be Nice to Have:

• An Active, In-Scope DOD Secret Security Clearance or higher that has been granted / renewed within the past 6 years
• Special Program Access
• Working knowledge of various NASA & DoD standards and performance documents required for the selection and screening of Space -level parts, materials and processes including NASA-STD-6016, MIL-STD-11991, MIL-STD-1568 and MDA PMAP.
• Excellent 2-way communication skills (upward and downward)
• Good presentation and writing/communication skills
• Self-motivated, willing to learn, and interested in working in a team environment
• Strong commitment and proven capability to work on multiple projects of varying size and scope at any given time, organize workload, achieve deliverables, and manage time effectively
• Support or lead test programs, process development, or qualification for metallic and polymer materials.
• Direct experience and desire in authoring or maintaining material and process specification, test reports, and relevant documentation.
• Expertise managing or leading projects as Principal Investigator (PI) while working with minimal supervision in either team setting or independently.
• This preferred candidate will have excellent communication, mentoring, interpersonal skills, and ability to interface with senior management, peers, and employees.

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Salary Range: $70,100 USD - $105,100 USD

Salary Range 2: $86,300 USD - $129,500 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.