Northrop Grumman
MaterialsandProcessEngineer2/3
“Materials and Process Engineer 2/3 at Northrop Grumman. Skills: Materials engineering, Process engineering, Metallurgy, Materials testing. Support definition of engineering requirements. Develop parts, materials, processes, and manufacturing technologies”
Industry & Context.
Failure analysis; Root-cause analysis; Corrective actions
Relocation assistance, Clearance required, Secret clearance, 10% travel, U. S. Citizenship required
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
2 years of Engineering experience with a Bachelor’s of Science in a STEM discipline, 0 years of Material Science and Engineering experience with Masters, Engineering experience in aerospace, defense, or high-reliability manufacturing environments, Practical knowledge of adhesives and epoxies, Practical knowledge of metallurgy for ferrous and nonferrous alloys, Practical knowledge of heat treatment basics, Practical knowledge of corrosion/fatigue fundamentals, Practical knowledge of common materials testing methods, Hands-on exposure to metallographic sample preparation, Hands-on exposure to basic lab techniques, 2+ years of manufacturing processes, Ability to interpret engineering drawings and specifications related to Circuit Card Assemblies (CCAs), metallic materials and processing, Must be a U. S Citizen, Active U. S. Government Secret Clearance, Ability to work full-time onsite in Woodland Hills, 5 years of Engineering experience with a Bachelor’s of Science in a STEM discipline, 3 years of Material Science and Engineering experience with 1 Year with a PhD
Nice to Have
Master's in Materials Science and Engineering, PhD in material science or materials engineering, Expert level first principle engineering knowledge of metals and materials, Knowledge of physical and mechanical properties as well as evaluation methods, Detailed knowledge of one or more production processes, Hands-on experience in a high-production manufacturing environment, Experience with technical review of materials processing, Sound understanding of the interaction between process variables and the resulting material performance, Demonstrated track record of success in a rapidly growing, fast-paced, and highly competitive environment, Personality and drive to execute in a scrappy entrepreneurial environment, Effective written and interpersonal communication skills, Capable of interacting with and conveying concepts within all levels of our organization, Academic foundation coupled with hands on experience
What You'll Do.
Support definition of engineering requirements
and manufacturing technologies
and manufacturing technologies
and manufacturing technologies
Qualify new materials
Qualify new processes
Manage audit programs
Support engineering design reviews
Participate in failure analyses
Assist in supplier qualification activities
Respond to routine supplier technical questions
Escalate complex supplier or production issues
Perform analyses to characterize performance
Determine causes of tool
Recommend corrective actions
Coordinate lab activities
Support lab activities
Compile test data for interpretation
Compile test data for disposition
Use project management practices
Meet cost requirements
Meet technical requirements
Meet schedule requirements
Incorporate EHS principles
Incorporate LEAN principles
Incorporate Quality principles
Support creation of material/process specifications
Support revision of material/process specifications
Support creation of work instructions
Support revision of work instructions
Support creation of Standard Operating Procedures
Support revision of Standard Operating Procedures
Support investigations of non-conformances
Support investigations of supplier issues
Perform basic root-cause analysis
Draft corrective action recommendations
Maintain engineering records
Support configuration control
Communicate technical findings clearly
Interact with manufacturing floors
Interact with supplier facilities
Interact with testing laboratories
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Cross-functional teams; Senior M&P engineers
Communication Scope
Technical findings
Process & Methodology
Project management practices, Cost requirements, Technical requirements, Schedule requirements
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