Principal Manufacturing Systems Engineer​/Sr. Principal Manufacturing Systems Engineer

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE:
Relocation assistance may be available CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START:
Yes

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.

Northrop Grumman Aeronautics Systems is seeking a Principal Manufacturing Systems Engineer (Level
3) or Senior Principal Manufacturing Systems Engineer (Level
4) to join the Advanced Manufacturing Technology & Innovation team in Palmdale, CA or El Segundo,  this role, you will help define, develop, implement, and transition advanced manufacturing technology solutions that improve efficiency, reduce cost, and enhance quality. These solutions support production applications across a range of advanced manufacturing areas, including but not limited to:

Composites fabrication

Assembly Automation Inspection Direct  part manufacturing

Low observable (LO) technologies

Digital manufacturing capabilities

You will be responsible for incorporating requirements into development plans and evaluating process and tool performance to verify effectiveness. The role also includes identifying issues, initiating corrective actions, and ensuring technical, schedule, and cost objectives are achieved while maintaining product quality.

Additional responsibilities include:

Providing guidance on design concepts, TRL/MRL maturity, and specification requirements

Recommending effective use of manufacturing techniques and resources

Ensuring processes and procedures comply with applicable regulations and standards

Interfacing with internal and external customers, program offices, engineering teams, and executive leadership

Managing multiple projects concurrently in a dynamic, fast-paced environment

Applying budgeting and project management skills to scope, execute, and track project efforts

This position may be filled at either level based on the selected candidate’s qualifications.

Basic Qualifications for Principal Manufacturing Systems Engineer (Level
3):

Bachelor’s degree in a STEM discipline with 4 years of experience in engineering, aviation, systems engineering, aerospace, or manufacturing/production or Master’s degree in a STEM discipline with 3 of experience in engineering, aviation, systems engineering, aerospace, or manufacturing/production or PhD in a STEM discipline with 0 years of experience

Experience working with IPTs, stakeholders, and customers such as the U.S. Air Force and U.S. Navy Project or program management experience, including proposal development, scheduling, and budget tracking

Strong familiarity with process development and process controls

Ability to travel 20–35%
This position requires the ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government Secret clearance as well as Program Special access within a reasonable period of time, as determined by the company to meet its business needs

Basic Qualifications for Sr. Principal Manufacturing Systems Engineer (Level
4):

Bachelor’s degree in a STEM discipline with 8 years of experience in engineering, aviation, systems engineering,…