Principal Engineer Facilities/Sr. Principal Engineer Facilities
Listed on 2026-07-01
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Engineering
Electrical Engineering, Systems Engineer, Mechanical Engineer, Engineering Design & Technologists
Principal Facilities Engineer or Senior Principal Facilities Engineer
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 Aeronautics Systems (NGAS) is seeking either a Principal Facilities Engineer (Level
3) or Senior Principal Facilities Engineer (Level
4) to join our team of qualified, diverse individuals. The position is located onsite in Clearfield, UT. This position will support the 9/80A schedule.
Note:
This is an individual contributor role that can be filled at either level.
The selected candidate will be responsible for the design, maintenance, reliability and continuous improvement of manufacturing and operational equipment. This role ensures equipment operates safely, efficiently and with minimal downtime while supporting production goals, quality standards and cost objectives.
Responsibilities may include, but are not limited to:
- Maintain and improve equipment reliability and performance.
- Collaborate with maintenance, production, and quality teams to optimize processes.
- Scheduling contractors and provide SOW.
- Taking ownership of equipment - writing PM plans, responsible for critical spare parts.
- Creating and working RCCA
- Annual E-FMEA on assigned equipment.
- Strong organizational skills in managing time, projects, and resources.
- Monitor equipment performance metrics and recommend improvements.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills being that this position is cross functional and engages other team members.
- Being responsible for communication for machine downtime (RCCA).
- Support operations IPT.
Basic Qualifications for Principal Facilities Engineer (Level
3):
- Must have a Bachelor of Science degree in a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics) discipline with 5 years of relevant experience; OR Master of Science degree in a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics) discipline with 3 years of relevant experience; OR PhD STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics) discipline with 1 year of relevant experience.
- Must have experience in one of the following areas:
Power Systems, Power, Electrical, Electronics, Construction, Mechanical Design, Engineering, Design, Facilities, Operations, and/or Aerospace. - Must have the ability to obtain and maintain U.S. Government Secret Clearance within a reasonable period, as determined by the company to meet its business needs.
- Must have the ability to obtain and maintain Program Access within a reasonable period, as determined by the company to meet its business needs.
Basic Qualifications for Senior Principal Facilities Engineer (Level
4):
- Must have a Bachelor of Science degree in a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics) discipline with 8 years of relevant experience; OR Master of Science degree in a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics) discipline with 6 years of relevant experience; OR PhD in a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics) discipline with 4 years of relevant experience.
- Must have experience in one of the following areas:
Power Systems, Power, Electrical, Electronics, Construction, Mechanical Design, Engineering, Design, Facilities, Operations, and/or Aerospace. - Must have the ability to obtain and maintain U.S. Government Secret Clearance within a reasonable period, as determined by the company to meet its business needs.
- Must have the ability to obtain and maintain Program Access within a reasonable period, as determined…
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