Northrop Grumman
Aerospace
CompositesManufacturingEngineer-Level2or3
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“Composites Manufacturing Engineer - Level 2 or 3 at Northrop Grumman. Skills: Composites Manufacturing, Manufacturing Processes, Engineering Drawings, GD&T. Plan, direct, and coordinate manufacturing processes. Develop, evaluate, and improve manufacturing methods”
Industry & Context.
Technical problem solving skills; Formal root cause and corrective action identification and implementation
Relocation assistance may be available, 10% Travel, U. S. citizens, Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret and Top-Secret CSI clearance
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
Bachelor’s Degree in Aerospace or Mechanical Engineering, 2+ years of experience as a Manufacturing Engineer (Level 2), 5+ years of experience (Level 3), Master’s Degree and 0+ years of experience (Level 2), Master’s Degree and 3+ years of experience (Level 3), Experience must include lay-up, machining, assembly and inspection of composite flight materials and hardware, Ability to read, interpret and create engineering drawings with proper application of geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T), Effective communication within teams, cross-functional collaboration, leadership skills, U. S. citizens, Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret and Top-Secret CSI clearance
Nice to Have
Capable of representing an organization as a technical contact, Interact with program teams and leadership as the technical expert for the manufacturing process, Knowledge and application of continuous improvement philosophy, methodology, and tools, Technical problem solving skills, Formal root cause and corrective action identification and implementation, organizational and time management skills to successfully engage in multiple programs simultaneously, Proficient in MS Office – (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project), CAD experience (NX-10/Team-center or other CAD experience)
What You'll Do.
and coordinate manufacturing processes
and improve manufacturing methods
Design manufacturing workflow
layout of equipment and workspace
Author detailed manufacturing work instructions
Create complete and accurate bill of materials (BOM)
Communicate with design staff regarding product design
Create purchase requests and partner with vendors
Estimate production times and related costs
Communicate with management
Apply statistical methods to estimate future manufacturing requirements
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Cross-functional collaboration; Communicate with design staff; Partner with vendors; Communicate with management, engineering, and other staff
Communication Scope
Effective communication within teams; Effective communication within teams; Cross-functional collaboration; Leadership skills
Process & Methodology
Organizational skills, Time management skills
Full Job Description
RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: No CLEARANCE TYPE: None 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. The Mission Enabling Products organization within the Northrop Grumman Space Systems pushes the boundaries of innovation, redefines engineering capabilities, and drives advances in various sciences. Our team is chartered with providing the skills, innovative technologies to develop, design, produce and sustain optimized product lines across the sector while providing a decisive advantage to the warfighter. Come be a part of our mission. The **Mission Enabling Products (MEP)** organization is seeking a **Composites Manufacturing Engineer 3** to assist an experienced team of engineers to perform manufacturing and design engineering on one or more spacecraft systems or subsystems. This position is located in **San Diego, CA**. **Responsibilities:** * Plans, directs, and coordinates manufacturing processes on factory (manufacturing) floor * Develops, evaluates, and improves manufacturing methods, utilizing knowledge of spacecraft design, composite materials, composite fabrication and processes, tooling and production equipment capab
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