Sentinel; GBSD Sr. Principal Manufacturing Engineer; MPE R10212134

Sentinel (GBSD) Sr. Principal Manufacturing Engineer (MPE) - 16342 - R

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 spirit has enabled us to be at the forefront of many technological advancements. Join Northrop Grumman on our continued mission to push the boundaries of possible across land, sea, air, space, and cyberspace.

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Northrop Grumman Defense Systems is seeking a Sr. Principal Manufacturing Engineer
. This position is located in Huntsville, AL and supports the Sentinel program
.

Manufacturing Process Engineers (MPEs) play a critical role in driving consistency and efficiency across all production centers. Guided by the principle “Common processes + Common tools = Common results,” MPEs are responsible for standardizing consumable, perishable, and durable tools throughout the division. This standardization ensures that every production center operates with the same high‑quality resources and methods, leading to reliable and repeatable outcomes.

In addition to tool standardization, MPEs are tasked with the creation and sustainment of Process Work Instructions (PWIs). PWIs serve as the essential “How‑To” and “What‑with” guides within the production environment, detailing step‑by‑step procedures and specifying the industrial supplies required for each process.

• Bachelor’s degree in Science with 8 years of experience; or Master’s with 6 years of experience; or PhD with 4 years of experience. Four additional years of experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.
• Must have an active U.S. Government DoD Secret security clearance at time of application, current and within scope, with an ability to obtain and maintain Special Access Program (SAP) approval within a reasonable period of time, as determined by the company to meet its business need.
• Experience with Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) tools including CPLM, SAP, MES or other related applications.

• Familiarity with Lean Six Sigma methodologies.
• Ability to create and maintain an Approved Support Materials (ASM) list.
• Skilled in compiling and managing Non‑Flyaway Manufacturing Consumables supply lists.
• Experience coordinating with Manufacturing Engineers (MEs) to identify Durable and Perishable Tool requirements.
• Proficient in identifying Durable tools for Production toolboxes and Tool Cribs, based on SOW.
• Capable of assessing and identifying Risk Inventory needs as well as Min/Max requirements.
• Expertise in identifying and managing Perishable Production tools.
• Experience in processing documentation and standard practices.
• Experience facilitating Stakeholder Review Boards.
• Skilled in developing and sustaining Durable tool models for Manufacturing Engineering (ME) producibility analysis. Proficient in Lean Manufacturing Principles.
• Strong organizational skills with attention to detail.
• Effective analytical problem‑solving abilities.
• Capable of critical thinking and innovative solutions.
• Knowledgeable in standardizing tools and processes for efficiency.
• Familiar with Production Line Operations and related dynamics.

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The above salary range represents a general guideline; however, Northrop Grumman considers a number of factors such as scope, responsibilities, 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. Employees in Vice‑President or Director positions may be eligible for Long‑Term Incentives.

Northrop Grumman is an Equal Opportunity Employer. For our complete EEO and pay transparency statement, please visit  U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.