RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available
CLEARANCE TYPE: None
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 Aerospace Systems Sector has an opening for a Manufacturing Field Engineer (MFE) to join our team of qualified, diverse individuals.
This role is critical in enabling successful supplier technical oversite, engagement, and onsite technical support at multiple supplier locations throughout greater Los Angeles area. This position requires being in the Los Angeles area.
We are seeking a highly organized and technically proficient individual to support the MFE- (Manufacturing Field Engineering) function for multiple NGC programs.
The individual will be responsible for overseeing and implementing essential MFE services, including management of supplier Requests for Change/Information (RCIs), processing Tool Notifications and requests, assigning ABLE Codes, Capacity Risk Assessments (CRAs), and Post Award Reviews.
As a key technical point of contact for NGC suppliers, the individual will represent engineering interests across Integrated Product Teams (IPTs), provide on-site supplier technical support, and collaborate with Global Supply Chain and Program Engineering to ensure supplier readiness and alignment with production schedules and configuration.
Key Responsibilities:
Supporting RCI requests are required with Engineering and supplier
Process Tool Notifications and evaluate supplier tooling proposals
Assign ABLE Codes and participate in PRD reviews
Serve as Technical POC for IPTs / SMTs and support supplier interface with programs
Facilitate supplier technical support
Support work transfers, design reviews, and ROM impact estimates as required
Engage in cross-functional collaboration with Strategic Sourcing and SME-Ops Teams
Understanding of Sheet metal detail part and assembly fabrication
Understanding of Machiened detail components and complex machined assemblies
Understanding of both metallic and non-metallic composite structures
Ability to conduct Root Cause Corrective Action investigations in Support of production Constraints
This position may be filled as a Level 1 or Level 2 based on the qualifications outlined below.
Basic Qualifications:
Engineer Manufacturing Level 1:
Bachelor's Degree in a Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) discipline and relevant engineering experience in procurement support, tooling evaluation, and technical liaison roles ; or Masters Degree in STEM discipline and engineering experience in procurement support, tooling evaluation, and technical liaison roles
Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret Security Clearance and the ability to obtain and maintain Special Program Access within a reasonable period of time as determined by the needs of the business
Strong background in supplier manufacturing engineering, aerospace preferred
Excellent communication and coordination skills across multidisciplinary teams
Ability to manage multiple priorities and drive process standardization
Engineer Manufacturing Level 2:
Bachelor's Degree in a Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) discipline and 2 years of relevant engineering experience in procurement support, tooling evaluation, and technical liaison roles ; or Masters Degree in STEM discipline and engineering experience in procurement support, tooling evaluation, and technical liaison roles
Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret Security Clearance and the ability to obtain and maintain Special Program Access within a reasonable period of time as determined by the needs of the business
Strong background in supplier manufacturing engineering, aerospace preferred
Excellent communication and coordination skills across multidisciplinary teams
Ability to manage multiple priorities and drive process standardization
Preferred Qualifications :
Familiarity with systems such as SRCI, and ABLE Coding
Familiar with Engineering software NX and Catia
What We Offer:
At Northrop Grumman, we are on the cutting edge of innovation-- building the next generation of sophisticated aircraft to protect our country. Our diverse portfolio of programs means there are endless paths to cultivate your career. We are well-known for our inclusive, family environment, phenomenal learning opportunities, and exposure to a wide variety of projects and customers. We also offer exceptional benefits/healthcare, a great 401K matching program, and 14 Employee Resource Groups inclusive of all employees!
Primary Level Salary Range: $63,000.00 - $94,600.00
Secondary Level Salary Range: $75,800.00 - $113,800.00
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.
