Associate Tool Engineer/ Tool Engineer (International Travel 50-75%)

US CITIZENSHIP REQUIRED FOR THIS POSITION: Yes

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available

CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret

TRAVEL: Yes, 75% 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.

Join Northrop Grumman on our continued mission to push the boundaries of possible across land, sea, air, space, and cyberspace. Enjoy a culture where your voice is valued and start contributing to our team of passionate professionals providing real-life solutions to our world’s biggest challenges. We take pride in creating purposeful work and allowing our employees to grow and achieve their goals every day by Defining Possible. With our competitive pay and comprehensive benefits, we have the right opportunities to fit your life and launch your career today.

Northrop Grumman Aeronautics Systems has an opening for an Associate Tool Engineer/ Tool Engineer to join our team of qualified, diverse individuals. This position will be located in Palmdale, CA, and internationally. We're seeking a motivated team player to Lead and assist in developing and implementing Tooling activities. The typical candidate has a background/experience/education in manufacturing/mechanical engineering, design, graphics, writing/ illustration, views, and animation.

Associate Tool Engineer/ Tool Engineer

Job Description: Travel domestically and internationally 50-75%. Designs industrial machinery and equipment, tools, dies, gauges, jigs, fixtures, and machine attachments required for production or experimental use, considering such factors as accessibility, economy, mobility, and performance requirements.

Duties include, but are not limited to:

• Coordination of design and fabrication requirements for tools and fixtures with customers, both internal and external

• develop and manages all phases of project: design, document, fabricate, assembly and integration

• Coordinate/develop & execute test plans

• Performing tolerance analysis to ensure form/fit/function

• Conduct root cause failure investigations and implement associated corrective actions

• Develop & evaluate process improvements

• Assist Product Development Team with new product designs to ensure manufacturability, validate process/technology

• Developing manufacturing processes, plans, and procedures for the fabrication of tools and equipment in support of our process work instructions and visual aids of our shop planning process and other functions that affect product performance.

Core Competencies

• Manufacturing Methods - Knowledge of manufacturing, methods, fabrication processes (e.g., forming, stamping, machining, heat treatment, machines/machine tools, cutting tools and fluids, N/C programming, instrumentation, data acquisition and control systems). Ability to select the best method of producing parts, tools or assemblies. Verifiable performance record that includes the various aspects of assembly line operation

• Project Management - Successful project management and leadership experience. Coordination of design and fabrication requirements for tools and fixtures with customers, both internal and external.    

•  Computer Aided Design Tools - Basic knowledge of computer aided design tools and systems (e.g., computer aided design/computer aided manufacturing (CAD/CAM), computer aided three dimensional interactive (CATIA), Mentor Graphics, Unigraphics). Able to manipulate data sets, (e.g., compare CATIA to measurement data, create stereo lithography files).

•  Engineering Drawings & Specs - Basic ability to read, understand, and interpret engineering drawings and specifications. Basic level understanding of GD&T

Associate Tool Engineer (Level 1):

• Bachelor’s Degree STEM Degree (Science, Technical, Engineering or Mathematical)

Tool Engineer (Level 2):

• Bachelor’s Degree STEM Degree (Science, Technical, Engineering or Mathematical) with 2 years of relevant experience.

Basic Qualifications:

• Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret clearance and Special Program access within a reasonable period of time, as determined by the company to meet its business need

• Ability to work any shift

• Ability to demonstrate critical thinking and problem-solving capabilities

• Must be able to travel domestically and internationally 50-75% 

• Ability to work weekends and holidays as needed. 

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in tooling fabrication and/or production fabrication including composites, metallic, coatings application, and/or production manufacturing operations

• Experience with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Excel)

• Experience with MS Project

• Direct Aerospace Tooling experience

• Direct Experience with Catia and or NX or some CAD

• Ability to Read/understand blueprints/GD&T in accordance with ASME 14.5

Salary Range: $63,800.00 - $95,800.00Salary Range 2: $79,300.00 - $118,900.00

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.

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 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 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.