RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available CLEARANCE TYPE: Confidential TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the Time Description 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 Mission Systems sector is seeking a Staff Systems Engineer - Manufacturing to join our team of qualified individuals. This position will be located in the Baltimore, MD area (Linthicum Heights, Annapolis Junction, Baltimore, MD) . The qualified applicant will become part of the Northrop Grumman Microelectronics Center (NGMC). What You'll Get to Do: Develop processes by studying requirements, researching, designing, modifying, and testing manufacturing methods and equipment.

Collaborate with Design Engineering on design and manufacturability issues.

Research and evaluate commercially available tools and equipment to support activities.

Develop production models.

Document state-of-the-art process capabilities and guidelines for product designers

Participate in design producibility reviews for new products

Risk Assessment

Troubleshoot existing processes to improve safety, quality, cost, and efficiency.

Collaboration and Communication

Represent the organization as a technical contact; interact with senior personnel on important technical matters and help with coordination between organizations.

Coordinate with the integration team on day-to-day activities. Resolve complex process issues.

Provide guidance and mentorship to junior engineers on new and existing processes.

This position is contingent upon acquiring and maintaining a US Government security clearance per customers' requirements. This position will serve on-site in one of these area locations: Baltimore, MD area (Linthicum Heights, Annapolis Junction, Baltimore, MD) . Basic Qualifications for Staff Systems Engineer - Manufacturing: Bachelor's degree in a STEM discipline with 12 years of experience, a Master's degree in a STEM discipline with 10 years of experience or a PhD in a STEM discipline with 8 years of experience

Experience with product definition/design including Manufacturing Plans and Readiness

Demonstrated experience documenting state-of-the-art process capabilities and guidelines for product designers

Demonstrated experience participating in design producibility reviews for new products

Demonstrated experience utilizing Design to Cost (DTC), Design for Manufacturing (DFM), and Design for Test tools to deliver cost-effective solutions to our customer

Demonstrated experience aligning Technical, Architecture, Manufacturing and Schedule activities

Demonstrated experience establishing manufacturing plan and schedule

Demonstrated experience identifying and resolving gaps within production operations

This position requires the applicant to be a U.S. citizen

Ability to obtain and maintain a US Government security clearance per customers’ requirements

Preferred Qualifications for Staff Systems Engineer - Manufacturing: Previous experience on EMD projects

Experience with Mechanical/Electrical Drawings

Experience leading or participating in the definition and execution of Manufacturing Plans/ CDRLs, MRA (Manufacturing Readiness Assessments) and MRL’s (Manufacturing Readiness Level) per DoD customer requirements

Comprehensive understanding and wide application of technical principle, theories, and concepts in the field

Experience resolving manufacturing process issues

Experience with Siemens NX tools, Model Based Engineering, and Manufacturing Execution System (MES)

Capable of working with minimal direction, independently determines and develops technical objectives of assignments, and presents work upon completion for high level review

Demonstrated Project Management coordinating technical projects (Cost, schedule and technical performance)

Ability to provide and implement technical solutions to advanced problems which require ingenuity and innovation

Salary Range: $163,200.00 - $256,400.00 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.

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