Principal Manufacturing Process Engineer

Northrop Grumman Aeronautics Systems (NGAS) is looking for a Principal Manufacturing Process Engineer to make the industry's most complex manufacturing processes predictable and repeatable. The position requires on-site support located in Melbourne, FL, and cannot be performed remotely due to the nature of the role.
Manufacturing Process Engineers for Aeronautics Systems are expected to provide technical solutions to a wide range of complex and difficult problems. They are problem solvers who have the ability to provide results that are innovative, thorough, practical, and consistent with organization objectives. We seek Manufacturing Process Engineers that use a unique skill set that includes a hands-on approach and act as the technical representative voice for the Manufacturing organization.
Key Responsibilities:
• Coordinate with Design Engineering, Production, Manufacturing Engineering, Industrial Engineering, and Quality organizations to identify process and tooling requirements to support current and new production.
• Generate and maintain/revise Manufacturing Engineering Process Specifications
• Identify manufacturing processes and specialty tooling to improve efficiency, quality, and ergonomics in production operations.
• Provide technical assistance to production personnel to troubleshoot process and tool related problems.
• Identify, specify, and analyze usage of production perishables and consumables.
• Investigate, design, and provide solutions to support nonconformance repair procedures.
• Research, develop, and provide process and tooling training as required
• Support site safety initiatives related to standard tooling and manufacturing processes
We offer multiple shifts, phenomenal learning opportunities, exposure to a wide variety of projects and customers, and a very friendly team environment. We are looking for self-motivated, proactive, and goal-oriented people to help us grow our services and become even better at what we do.
Basic Qualifications:

Bachelor's Degree and 4 years of related engineering experience in manufacturing/production OR Master's Degree with 3 years of related engineering experience in manufacturing/production
* Ability to formulate and execute technical solutions to part, assembly, and tooling challenges and creating Process Work Instructions
* Experience reviewing and interpreting Blueprints and 3-D models
* Experience with Microsoft Office Suite
* Ability to interface/communicate with multiple levels of leadership, clients, and vendors
* Your ability to transfer and maintain the final adjudicated government Secret clearance, and any program access(es) required for the position within a reasonable period of time, as determined by the company.
Preferred Qualifications:

STEM Degree (Science, Technical, Engineering or Mathematical)
* Experience with Manufacturing Engineering, Tooling Engineering, Aircraft Maintenance, or Machining/Fabrication Processes
* Experience working hands-on in a production assembly line environment
* Lean Manufacturing experience
* Experience providing innovative techniques focused on improving product designs and tooling assemblies or equipment
* Demonstrated Project Management Experience
* Composite experience and process knowledge
* Experience with developing enhancement processes that improve production shop floor efficiencies.
* Experience with reviewing engineering models during concept design phase to correlate the manufacturing desired final engineering model.
* Experience creating Process Work Instructions
* Experience working with Manufacturing Execution System (MES)
* Active Special Program Access
What We Offer:
At Northrop Grumman, we are on the cutting edge of innovation -- building the next generation of sophisticated aircraft to protect our country. Our diverse portfolio of programs means there are endless paths to cultivate your career. We are well-known for our inclusive, family environment, phenomenal learning opportunities, and exposure to a wide variety of projects and customers. We also offer exceptional benefits/healthcare, a great 401K matching program, and 14 Employee Resource Groups inclusive of all employees!
Salary Range: *$86,600 - $130,000
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 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.