Associate Semiconductor Manufacturing Engineer/ Semiconductor Manufacturing Engineer – 3rd shift

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.

The Northrop Grumman Microelectronics Center (NGMC) of Northrop Grumman Mission Systems is seeking a Semiconductor Manufacturing Engineer to support Operations and Industrial Engineering activities for our Advanced Technology Lab (ATL) - located outside of Baltimore, Maryland - where we design, manufacture, and test semiconductor products for internal and commercial production customers as well as emerging technology programs. Northrop Grumman’s ATL semiconductor foundry is a unique capability supporting a range of production microelectronic devices (Silicon, Gallium Arsenide, Gallium Nitride, Silicon Carbide, Carbon Nanotubes) and providing leading edge technology development in superconducting electronics. Our devices enable a number of Northrop Grumman’s ground-based radars, avionic radars, and space systems. Join us for the chance to work with an amazing, experienced, and talented team while helping serve your country.

Position Overview:

We are seeking an early career industrial or manufacturing engineer to join our Operations and Industrial Engineering team. The ideal candidate will be instrumental in improving manufacturing efficiency, analyzing data, completing time studies, and helping to drive continuous improvement efforts. The candidate should be familiar with industrial engineering best practices, 5S and proficiency in Tableau. They will work closely with on shift Operations Managers and Industrial Engineers to increase overall productivity and success of the facility.

Additionally, the ideal candidate will be expected to engage in tactical, hands-on work in the fab, where they will directly contribute to operational improvements, troubleshoot issues, and implement changes.

This position requires work on site in Northrop Grumman Baltimore, MD area facilities.

Key Responsibilities:

• Analyze key manufacturing metrics, including throughput, tool performance, and scrap rates.

• Leverage data to develop actionable insights and recommend improvements.

• Utilize Tableau for data visualization and reporting to support decision-making processes.

• Collaborate with operations team to identify and implement on shift improvements.

• Use lean manufacturing principles and data analysis to streamline workflows, minimize waste, and optimize resource utilization.

• Perform tactical work on in the fab, ensuring operations run smoothly on shift.

Must be able to work 3rd shift (Mon-Fri, 10:00PM-7:00AM).

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This requisition may be filled as an Associate Microelectronics Semiconductor Manufacturing Engineer or Microelectronics Semiconductor Manufacturing Engineer.

Basic Qualifications for Associate Microelectronics Semiconductor Manufacturing Engineer:

• Bachelor of Science in Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering or any related STEM degree with 1 years relevant industry experience.

• Strong analytical skills and proficiency in data analysis and reporting tools (Tableau, Excel, etc.).

• Basic understanding of lean manufacturing principles and continuous improvement methodologies.

• Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.

• Effective communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to present data and recommendations clearly.

• Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize effectively.

• Detail-oriented with a focus on problem-solving and throughput optimization.

• Willingness to behands-on and engage directly with floor operations, addressing real-time challenges.

• Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret clearance

• US Citizenship required

• Must be able to work 3rd shift (Mon-Fri, 10:00PM-7:00AM).

Basic Qualifications for Microelectronics Semiconductor Manufacturing Engineer:

• Bachelor of Science in Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering or any related STEM degree with 2 years relevant industry experience or Masters with a minimum of 0 years relevant industry experience or PhD with 0 years’ experience.

• Strong analytical skills and proficiency in data analysis and reporting tools (Tableau, Excel, etc.).

• Basic understanding of lean manufacturing principles and continuous improvement methodologies.

• Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.

• Effective communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to present data and recommendations clearly.

• Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize effectively.

• Detail-oriented with a focus on problem-solving and throughput optimization.

• Willingness to behands-on and engage directly with floor operations, addressing real-time challenges.

• Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret clearance

• US Citizenship required

• Must be able to work 3rd shift (Mon-Fri, 10:00PM-7:00AM).

Preferred Qualifications:

• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing principles and Six Sigma methodologies.

• Familiarity with advanced microelectronics fabrication technologies.

• Proficiency in Tableau.

• Supply chain experience.

• Quality experience.

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Salary Range: $70,600.00 - $106,000.00Salary Range 2: $85,400.00 - $128,000.00

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.

Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and 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 an Equal Opportunity 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 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.