Description At the heart of who we are, Northrop Grumman is a leading American manufacturing company delivering advanced technologies in support of national security. Our manufacturing operations in Waynesboro, Virginia support production of advanced electronics, radar, and communication systems within our broader portfolio of defense capabilities. Our teams work collaboratively to ensure manufacturing excellence, production readiness, and continuous improvement across programs. We are looking for you to join our team as a Principal Manufacturing Engineer or a Senior Principal Manufacturing Engineer to support production and manufacturing operations at our Central Virginia manufacturing facilities. What Youll Get to Do: As a hands-on Manufacturing Engineer you will design, implement, and improve work instruction and manufacturing operations in our Assembly cells, engaging in digital tools to streamline operations and manufacturing sequences. You will collaborate with peers, assemblers, and technicians to ensure operational readiness. Knowledge of equipment functionality and capability are paramount as you support metric driven decisions on operations and maintenance KPIs. You will support day-to-day production while developing and implementing process improvements and supporting equipment troubleshooting and maintenance activities. Key Responsibilities: • Support manufacturing by developing processes and methodologies with a focus on safety, yields, cost, and process stability and capability. • Provide ROI justification for process improvements and equipment purchases. • Develop and implement shop floor digital solutions for PM and Operations. • Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders when troubleshooting and developing failure mode corrective actions. • Develop digital work instructions for manufacturing and maintenance tasks. We are looking for candidates who thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment, possess excellent communication skills, and have a passion for innovation and teamwork. This position is contingent upon proposal/task award. This requisition may be filled as a Principal Manufacturing Engineer or a Senior Principal Manufacturing Engineer. Basic Qualifications for the Principal Manufacturing Engineer: • Bachelors degree and a minimum of 5 years of relevant experience in manufacturing or production. Or a Masters degree and a minimum of 3 years of relevant experience in manufacturing or production. Candidates with an Associates degree and a minimum of 7 years of relevant experience in manufacturing or production will also be considered. • Experience developing digital work instruction for complete processes or assemblies. • Experience in MS Office software applications (Word, PowerPoint, Excel etc.). • Ability to obtain and maintain a US Secret level security clearance. • US Citizenship is required. Basic Qualifications for the Senior Principal Manufacturing Engineer: • Bachelors degree and a minimum of 8 years of relevant experience in manufacturing or production. Or a Masters degree and a minimum of 6 years of relevant experience in manufacturing or production. Candidates with an Associates degree and a minimum of 10 years of relevant experience in manufacturing or production will also be considered. • Experience developing digital work instruction for complete processes or assemblies. • Experience in MS Office software applications (Word, PowerPoint, Excel etc.). • Ability to obtain and maintain a US Secret level security clearance. • US Citizenship is required. Preferred Qualifications: • Bachelors Degree in electrical, mechanical, or automation engineering. • Active Secret clearance. • Experience with antenna and electronic warfare assemblies. • DFM/DFA experience. • Experience with equipment maintenance and troubleshooting. • Experience in automation systems and experience in production environments. • CAD modeling experience. • Experience with PLCs and automation solutions. • Six Sigma certification and proficiency in applied statistics. • Demonstrated experience using artificial intelligence to accelerate effective process development. What We Can Offer You: Northrop Grumman provides a comprehensive benefits package and a work environment which encourages your growth and supports the mutual success of our people and our company. Northrop Grumman benefits give you the flexibility and control to choose the benefits that make the most sense for you and your family. Your benefits will include the following: Health Plan, Savings Plan, Paid Time Off and Additional Benefits including Education Assistance, Training and Development, 9/80 Work Schedule (where available), and much more!
Northrop Grumman solves the toughest problems in space, aeronautics, defense and cyberspace to meet the ever-evolving needs of our customers worldwide. Our 90,000 employees are Defining Possible every day using science, technology and engineering to create and deliver advanced systems, products and services. Northrop Grumman careers and internships are as varied as your interests, with a lifetime of potential that will allow you to work together with people from many backgrounds, personal passions and disciplines.
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