Sr. Principal Structural Engineer

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available

CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret

TRAVEL: Yes, 10% 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 Senior Principal Structural Engineer with MRB experience to join our team of qualified, diverse individuals. This position is based in Clearfield, Utah and is assigned to the weekend day shift.

The MRB Structural Engineering team analyzes and determines suitability of nonconforming hardware in the final product to support the production line. This exciting position will give you the opportunity to collaborate and develop your skills in design, manufacturing, production flow, and more. Do you enjoy creative problem solving? Come join our team!

Responsibilities:

• Design repairs and determine engineering dispositions of nonconforming materials as part of the Material Review Board (MRB) process

• Evaluate and resolve engineering related production problems related to manufacturing, design, quality, and material engineering

• Analyze engineering specifications and drawings; confer with quality, material, manufacturing, and subcontractors to provide and acquire technical information; investigate reports of defective, damaged, or malfunctioning parts, assemblies, equipment, or systems; and reviews production schedules

• Participate in Root Cause and Corrective Action (RCCA) activities

Our team works closely with Systems, Manufacturing, M&P, and Analysis engineers in an integrated product team to support groundbreaking development and production activities. We work in a highly flexible environment and take initiative to tackle problems and drive issues to resolution. Our team is cooperative, eager to share information and elevate the team as a whole. A mixture of proven interpersonal skills and technical skills will allow you to excel in this job.

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor of Science (BS) in a related Engineering discipline (Mechanical, Aerospace, Manufacturing, or similar) and 8 years of related professional/military experience; OR Master of Science (MS) in a related Engineering discipline (Mechanical, Aerospace, Manufacturing, or similar) and 6 years of related professional/military experience; OR Ph.D. in a related Engineering discipline (Mechanical, Aerospace, Manufacturing, or similar) and 4 years of related professional/military experience

• MRB experience

• Must be willing and able to work a weekend Shift Hours: 6 am – 6pm [MDT], Friday – Sunday

• Must have the ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret clearance prior to the commencement of employment

• Ability to obtain and maintain Special Access Program (SAP) within a reasonable time as determined by business needs

Preferred Qualifications:

• Current, active DoD Secret clearance (or higher)

• Experience addressing manufacturing discrepancies through a formal MRB process

• Experience supporting the production fabrication of composite and metallic structural details and assemblies

• Functional knowledge of production control systems

• Proficiency with NX and Teamcenter software

Primary Level Salary Range: $122,800.00 - $184,200.00

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.