We are looking for you to join our team as an Associate Component and Design Documentation Engineer based in Sacramento, CA. As a Component & Design Documentation Engineer at Northrop Grumman you will have a challenging and rewarding opportunity to be a part of our Enterprise-wide digital transformation. Through the use of Model-based Engineering, DevSecOps and Agile practices we continue to evolve how we deliver critical national defense products and capabilities for the warfighter. Our success is grounded in our ability to embrace change, move quickly and continuously drive innovation. The successful candidate will be collaborative, open, transparent, and team-oriented with a focus on team empowerment & shared responsibility, flexibility, continuous learning, and a culture of automation.
What You'll get to Do:
Research, coordinate, and support analysis teammates in the selection and qualification of electronic, electric, and electromechanical components/assemblies to ensure they meet product specifications and are reliable, effective, and sustainable. The successful candidate will support the engineering team in PM&P (Parts Material and Processes) technical execution and analysis. In addition, the candidate will analyze preliminary plans and execute PMMP (Part and Material Management Plan) in accordance with established processes to achieve company, customer, and governmental agency objectives for product longevity. General tasks include, but not limited to:
Roles & Responsibilities:

Recommend and assist in selecting sources of supply and develop alternate sources of supply
* Perform part management activities in alignment with PM&P Management Plan
* Ensure existing and new part numbers and descriptions are correct and crossed with manufacturers' part numbers
* Manage/update part data in product lifecycle management (PLM) system
* Review assigned components for design recommend life cycle status and qualification requirements
* Become familiar in material processes, lead-free control plans, and hexavalent chromium management/mitigation strategies, according to program requirements
* Prepares materials for and supports the various programs and technical meetings
* Must have good oral and written communications skills and have the ability to work with little direct supervision being self-motivated and self-starting
Basic Qualifications for Associate Component & Design Documentation Engineer:

Completed Bachelor of Science (BS) degree in science, engineering, or related discipline
* Demonstrated engineering experience preferably in technical services, maintenance, or a related field. Internship or co-op experience in an engineering role is a plus.
* Familiarity with engineering design software such as AutoCAD, SolidWorks, Creo, NX and analytical tools
* Ability to interpret engineering drawings and technical documentation IAW ASME Y14 Standards & Tolerancing
* Must be a US citizen
* Clearance: Must be able and willing to obtain and maintain a US DOD Secret Clearance
Preferred Qualifications:

2 years working with SD-19, SD-22, and MIL STD 11991A
* 2 years using IHS Part Intelligence, GIDEP, Part Finder or equivalent
* 2 years using DLA ASSIST and/or DLA Qualified Products Database (QPD/QPL)
* 2 year working with CPLM, Teamcenter PLM
* Experience writing, auditing, and maintaining material and/or process specifications.
Salary Range: $65,600 - $98,400
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.
Employees may be eligible for 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 committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action 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/AA and Pay Transparency statement, please visit. U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.