Material/ Principal Material Process Engineer

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.

Northrop Grumman's Missions Systems sector is seeking a Materials/Principal Material Processes Engineer, specializing in issues related to metallic materials in electronic assemblies.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Processes of interest include, low and high temperature soldering, brazing, welding, wire bonding, heat treating, corrosion, and plating. Components of interest include structural components, liquid-cooled heat exchange assemblies, ceramic/hermetic packages and printed wiring boards. Duties include design of hardware, manufacturing support, and failure analysis. Typical duties include approximately equal amounts of time in the laboratory and communicating results to customers orally or by written reports. The incumbent is expected to interact directly with internal and external customers and work well in small teams.  The incumbent is expected to lead RCCA investigations and provide recommendations to the Program team.  The incumbent is expected to be the Materials Lead on new programs, making recommendations for materials to be used in various environments for various designs. This role offers work arrangement flexibility with 1-2 days/week remote and 3-5 days/week onsite.

This position may be filled as a Materials Process Engineer or Principal Materials Process Engineer.

This position is contingent upon the ability to obtain and maintain an active DoD Secret Clearance or the transferal of an active DoD Secret Clearance

Basic Qualifications for Materials Process Engineer

• Applicants should have either a degree in Materials Science/Engineering or Metallurgy, or a degree in a physical science or engineering field combined with practical experience with Materials Science/Engineering or Metallurgy.

• Bachelor’s Degree with 2 years of relevant work experience, OR Master’s Degree with 0 years of relevant work experience, Will consider additional 4 years of applied experience in lieu of degree requirements.

• Knowledgeable in metals joining (soldering, brazing, welding) corrosion, and electronic packaging materials.

• Knowledge of properties and processing of aluminum alloy parts by additive manufacturing is highly desired. Knowledge of qualifying suppliers to produce metals additive manufactured parts is also desired.

• Familiar with SEM (SE&BSE), EDS, FIB, X-ray and Acoustic Microscopy imaging techniques as well as metallographic methods

• United States Citizenship Required

• Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret clearance

Basic Qualifications for Principal Materials Process Engineer

• Applicants should have either a degree in Materials Science/Engineering or Metallurgy, or a degree in a physical science or engineering field combined with practical experience with Materials Science/Engineering or Metallurgy.

• Bachelor’s Degree with 5 years of relevant work experience, OR Master’s Degree with 3 years of relevant work experience, OR 1 year with a PHD. Will consider additional 4 years of applied experience in lieu of degree requirements.

• Knowledgeable in metals joining (soldering, brazing, welding) corrosion, and electronic packaging materials.

• Knowledge of properties and processing of aluminum alloy parts by additive manufacturing is highly desired. Knowledge of qualifying suppliers to produce metals additive manufactured parts is also desired.

• Familiar with SEM (SE&BSE), EDS, FIB, X-ray and Acoustic Microscopy imaging techniques as well as metallographic methods

• United States Citizenship Required

• Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret clearance

Preferred Qualifications

•    Experience with electronic assemblies and a demonstrated record of solving problems related to metals in electronic assemblies, is desirable
•    Familiarity with industry and government specifications related to testing and performance of metal alloys and additive manufactured metal alloys, is desired
•    Experience testing and reviewing metals joining performance data in accordance with internal and industry specifications
•    Experience working with external suppliers
Knowledge in organic and inorganic coating systems (such as conversion coatings, anodize coatings, plating, paint, and sealants), friction stir welding (FSW), and non-destructive inspection techniques are an added bonus

Why Northrop Grumman?
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.

As a full-time employee of Northrop Grumman Mission 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 

Link to Benefits: https://totalrewards.northropgrumman.com/  

This positions 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.

Salary Range: $75,700.00 - $113,500.00Salary Range 2: $93,000.00 - $139,600.00

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 all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.