Process Engineer

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available

CLEARANCE TYPE: None

TRAVEL: No

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, Space Systems, is currently seeking a Process Engineer to join our team.  This position will be supporting the Propulsion Systems Division in our Rocket Motor Case Prep Process Engineering team at our Promontory, Utah Plant.

Role Description & Responsibilities:

• Developing and improving manufacturing processes

• Spending time in the operations area observing and monitoring rocket motor assembly processes

• Performing cause and corrective action activities to permanently eliminate defects using root cause analysis tools

• Working with concurrent engineering teams to ensure proper documentation and on-time production

• Authoring, updating and reviewing shop floor work instructions

• Preparing and presenting technical presentations to technical teams, leadership, and to customers for review and approval

• Performing table top reviews

• Using SPC tools to ensure process control

• Developing and incorporating process improvements

• Troubleshooting production/tooling/facility issues and implementing improvements and solutions

• Supporting design, checkout, qualification and implementation of new or modified tooling or equipment

Basic Qualifications

This position may be filled at either a level 2 or a level 3

Basic Qualifications for a level 2

• B.S. degree in Chemical, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering or Manufacturing Engineering (other technical degrees may be considered)

• Candidate with 2 - 5 years of engineering experience. 

Skills & Qualifications

• Self-Starter that takes initiative to complete tasks and assignments with little supervision

• Good problem-solving skills and strong oral and written communication skills

• Good organization and multi-tasking skills

• Experience in Lean Manufacturing Techniques

• Basic Computer skills (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

• Interpreting blue prints and specifications

• Experience writing shop work instructions (preferred)

• Experience working with energetic materials and processes (preferred)

• Strong inter-personal and Customer Service Skills

• Process Controls (SPC)

Basic Qualification for a level 3

• B.S. degree in Chemical, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering or Manufacturing Engineering (other technical degrees may be considered)

• Candidate with 5 - 8 years of engineering experience. 

Skills & Qualifications

• Self-Starter that takes initiative to complete tasks and assignments with little supervision

• Good problem-solving skills and strong oral and written communication skills

• Good organization and multi-tasking skills

• Experience in Lean Manufacturing Techniques

• Basic Computer skills (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

• Interpreting blue prints and specifications

• Experience writing shop work instructions (preferred)

• Experience working with energetic materials and processes (preferred)

• Strong inter-personal and Customer Service Skills

• Process Controls (SPC)

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 and Wellness Resources

• Employee Discounts

Salary Range: $77,200.00 - $115,800.00Salary Range 2: $95,300.00 - $142,900.00

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