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Manufacturing Engineer level 2/3

United States-West Virginia-Rocket Centermid

Manufacturing EngineerManufacturing & Production

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RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: No CLEARANCE TYPE: None TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the Time Description At Northrop Grumman,

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Manufacturing EngineerManufacturing & Production

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available

CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: No

CLEARANCE TYPE: None

TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the Time

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’s Defense Systems sector is currently seeking a Manufacturing Engineer to support Tank Ammunition assembly activities at our Rocket Center, WV location just outside of Cumberland MD. The Allegany Ballistics Laboratory (ABL) site in Rocket Center designs, develops, and manufactures tactical rocket motors, medium caliber ammunition, composite components and end items, and fuze and electronics equipment. For decades, the dedicated and highly skilled team at ABL have supported national security efforts by developing and building defense systems for DoD customers and U.S. allies.

Responsibilities

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→Adhere to all department and plant safety rules
→Review part prints and specifications to ensure production hardware and test articles meet safety, quality, engineering and configuration requirements
→Instruct machine operators on technique and operation of manufacturing equipment and gaging
→Perform observations of manufacturing process to establish reasonable expectation of daily throughput and opportunities for improvement
→Interface with all levels and departments of plant to support production
→Assist operations and maintenance in machine setup, training and trouble shooting of processes and equipment
→Prepare process drawings and work instructions
→Participate in tooling design and gage selection
→Monitor manufacturing process through review of SPC data
→Provide analysis and data to support review boards
→Willingness to work off shift when needed

Requirements

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Level 2: Bachelor of Science degree in Manufacturing, Industrial, Mechanical, Aerospace Engineering or equivalent STEM degree plus 2 years of total relevant experience; or Master’s degree in Manufacturing, Industrial, Mechanical, Aerospace Engineering or equivalent STEM degree plus 0 years of relevant experience.

Level 3: Bachelor of Science degree in Manufacturing, Industrial, Mechanical, Aerospace Engineering or equivalent STEM degree plus 5 years of total relevant experience; or Master’s degree in Manufacturing, Industrial, Mechanical, Aerospace Engineering or equivalent STEM degree plus 3 years of relevant experience.

Experience with HTV and RTV molding processes and equipment
Experience with automated fluid dispensing equipment
Experience with operation and programming of robotic part loaders
Ability to interact and communicate effectively with external customers and all plant personnel
Computer skills including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook
Experience using CAD software
Working knowledge of GD&T
Have an understanding and working knowledge of Lean manufacturing
Knowledge of mechanical manufacturing and production processes
Ability to interpret 2D drawings.

Experience with rocket motor manufacturing or comparable manufacturing processes.
Experience with a variety of systems (i.e. pneumatic, hydraulic and electronic).
Experience with project management.
Experience in a production shop environment
Experience with multi-spindle machines
Experience with cold forming processes and equipment
PLC programming experience
Demonstrated work ethic and hands-on ability.
Experience with technical writing, writing detailed operating procedures, CAD and GD&T.
Experience using SPC and Six Sigma techniques.

This position falls under a Federal Explosives License issued by the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF) for this location. Candidates hired into this role will be required to complete and submit an Employee Possessor Questionnaire to ATF for approval to be a possessor.

Primary Level Salary Range: $72,100.00 - $108,100.00

Secondary Level Salary Range: $89,400.00 - $134,200.00

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.