Sr. Principal Training Rep

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available

CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret

TRAVEL: Yes, 25% 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.

At Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportunities to work on revolutionary systems in air and space that impact people’s lives around the world today, and for generations to come. Our work preserves freedom and democracy and advances human discovery and our understanding of the universe. We look for people who have bold new ideas, courage and a pioneering spirit to join forces to invent the future and have a lot of 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.

Aerospace Structures sector is seeking a Sr. Principal Training Rep to join our team of qualified, diverse individuals.  This position will be located in Iuka, MS where technology and teamwork come together. 

Essential Functions:

• Designs and delivers programs to train all levels of personnel.
• Develops tests and visual aids, conducts training classes, and develops criteria for evaluating effectiveness of training activities.
• Keeps abreast of training and development research: learning theory, motivation theory, and new materials, methods, and techniques. Develops in-house programs and practices to identify developmental needs, including preparing personnel for more responsible positions and increasing effectiveness in present assignments.
• May evaluate and/or oversee contractors or vendors to develop and/or administer training programs.
• May be responsible for development of e-learning programs.
• Provide lecture and hands on instruction on complex bagging, wet lay-up, scarf repair and various composite maintenance repairs.

Basic Qualifications:

• Minimum of a High School diploma or equivalent and 12 years additional manufacturing experience and/or related education experience
• Must possess a minimum of 5 years of composites fabrication, layup & repair experience.
• DoD Secret Security Clearance and Special Program Access required to start, but not required to apply
• Ability to work 1st and or 2nd shifts to support training schedule and program needs.
• Ability to train technicians in complex composite structures certification.
• Provide lecture and hands on instruction on complex bagging, wet lay-up, scarf repair and various composite maintenance repairs.
• Ability to develop, present, teach, & mentor technicians on modern complex composite processes.
• Ability to demonstrate skills equivalent to entry level blueprint and technical data comprehension and shop math. Knowledgeable in the use of process specifications.
• Practical hands-on experience with proper mixes of resins and catalysts; lay out, cuts, prepares and impregnates materials as required.
• Able to work in confined spaces, be able to stand for long periods of time.
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced, process-oriented environment.
• Must be able to perform moderate strenuous physical and repetitious work to include bending, stooping, kneeling, lifting up to 35 pounds, and working overhead
• Must be able to access small, confined spaces and work in an enclosed environment

Preferred Qualifications:

• Practical hands-on bracket bonding experience
• Practical hands-on experience with PI & overwrap installation & fabrication
• Complex composite bagging experience
• Team leadership experience
• Current DoD and Program Special Access
• Ability to obtain and maintain any certs needed for working on the production floor.
• Composites and airframe fabrication, assembly, and LO coatings experience
• Ability to demonstrate independent creative thinking and problem-solving capabilities
• Experience with operating various types of manufacturing tools and/or composition curing equipment
• Must be able to individually manage multiple tasks concurrently and provide technical support to business functions on a variety of different projects
• Experience with reading and interpreting technical documents, drawings, and process procedures
• Ability to interface with various support organizations and levels of management
• Strong oral and written communication and interpersonal skills
• Self-starter who is able to work with minimal direction
• The ability to pass Special Medical/Respiratory Exam.
• Must possess basic Knowledge of Microsoft suite.
• Must be able to travel to multiple Northrop Grumman locations.
• Possesses excellent written and oral communication skills.

Salary Range: $81,800.00 - $122,600.00

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.