Principal Engineer Manufacturing
Quick Summary
Oversee operation of capital machinery, specializing in machine tool systems (milling, boring, turning, hobbing, grinding).
Bachelor's degree with a minimum of 5 years of relevant work experience; OR a Master's degree with a minimum of 3 years of relevant work experience.
Responsibilities
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Oversee operation of capital machinery, specializing in machine tool systems (milling, boring, turning, hobbing, grinding).
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Optimize performance of equipment by implementing new capability (development of solutions to increase throughput and reduce cycle times using new tooling components/systems; programming techniques, control systems upgrades).
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Troubleshoot machine failures to minimize downtime, while collaborating with machine maintenance and equipment OEMs.
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Supports new capital procurement and the designs and arrangements of machines within plant facilities to ensure the most efficient and productive layout.
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Adapts machine or equipment design to factory and production conditions.
Requirements
~1 min readBachelor's degree with a minimum of 5 years of relevant work experience; OR a Master's degree with a minimum of 3 years of relevant work experience.
Experience working in a manufacturing environment as a process owner (process, equipment, documentation, special training).
Hands-on experience in machining and troubleshooting of machines or being in a machine shop environment.
Experience with machine tool equipment and control systems (large CNC mills, lathes, hobbers, and grinders).
Experience in reading and interpreting engineering drawings.
US citizenship required.
Experience in machine tool design and maintenance.
Experience in programming CNC lathes, mills, and/or grinders.
Northrop Grumman provides a comprehensive benefits package and a work environment that 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!
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Primary Level Salary Range: $103,600.00 - $155,400.00The 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.Location & Eligibility
About this job
- Posted
- 7 days ago
Listing Details
- First seen
- October 8, 2026
- Last seen
- October 15, 2026
Posting Health
- Days active
- 6
- Repost count
- 0
- Trust Level
- 28%
- Scored at
- October 15, 2026
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