Principal Industrial Engineer - R10216951

Job Overview

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 an exceptionally talented, motivated, and creative Principal Industrial Engineer at our Advanced Technology Lab (ATL) – located outside of Baltimore, Maryland (work on site) – where we design, manufacture, and test semiconductor products for internal and commercial production customers as well as emerging technology programs.

Northrop Grumman’s ATL microelectronics facility is a unique high‑mix production environment supporting semiconductor devices, RF/microwave assemblies, and advanced microelectronics packaging. Our engineering and operations teams provide cutting‑edge process development and manufacturing excellence in support of programs across avionics, space and defense systems.

Relocation assistance may be available. Travel:
Yes, 10% of the time.

This position involves supporting ATL’s production technology lines and requires a focus on optimizing manufacturing processes. Responsibilities include enhancing production efficiency and developing new metrics for the production floor.

• Optimize and analyze manufacturing processes to enhance efficiency and productivity in a high‑mix microelectronics fabrication environment.
• Utilize Tableau for data visualization and reporting to support decision‑making processes.
• Manage and analyze databases to drive insights and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Oversee Work In‑Progress (WIP) planning, line balancing, and capacity modeling to ensure optimal production flow.
• Collaborate and lead cross‑functional teams to identify and address process bottlenecks and implement best practices.
• Implement and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure and improve operational performance.

• Bachelors in Operations Management, Business Analytics, Supply Chain Management, Information Systems or any related operations degree with 5 years relevant industry experience;
  Masters with a minimum of 3 years’ relevant industry experience; or PhD with 0+ years’ experience.
• Proficiency in data visualizations and reporting.
• Basic understanding of microelectronics manufacturing techniques and processes.
• Experience in forecasting, line balancing, and capacity modeling specifically in ramping/opening new production lines.
• Excellent analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Proven ability to work collaboratively in a team environment and independently.
• Supply chain experience.
• U.S. Citizenship required.
• The ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Top Secret/SCI clearance is required.

• Active TS/SCI clearance.
• Experience with C/C++, Python, APF Formatter reports and database management.
• Experience with machine learning and its applications in manufacturing processes.
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing principles and Six Sigma methodologies.
• Familiarity with advanced microelectronics fabrication technologies.
• Experience with static and dynamic capacity modeling using modeling and simulation software.

Primary Level Salary Range: $98,900.00 – $. 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…