Northrop Grumman Space Systems is currently seeking an Energetics Manufacturing Engineer to support our Process Engineering team at our Promontory, Utah Plant.
Role Description & Responsibilities:
Demonstrate and instill a strong safety culture in daily operations
Develop and continuously improve manufacturing processes
Support manufacturing operations, to include composites manufacturing, machining, rubber layup and molding, chemical bonding, primers and coatings, and complex assemblies
Perform cause and corrective action investigations to permanently eliminate defects using root cause analysis tools
Work with concurrent engineering team to create Build-to-Packages (i.e. engineering and planning documents)
Author, revise, and review shop floor planning
Prepare and present technical presentations to VSET, leadership, and customers for review and approval
Perform table top reviews of manufacturing processes with operators and various engineering disciplines
Monitor production events and utilize SPC tools to ensure process control
Develop and incorporate process improvements
Troubleshoot production/tooling/facility issues and implement improvements and solutions
Support design, checkout, qualification and implementation of new or modified tooling or equipment
Skills & Qualifications
Self-Starter that takes initiative to complete tasks and assignments with little supervision
Good problem-solving skills and strong oral and written communication skills
Good organization and multi-tasking skills
Experience in Lean Manufacturing Techniques
Basic Computer skills (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
Interpreting blueprints and specifications, GD&T standards
Experience writing shop planning (preferred)
Experience with 3D modeling software
Experience working with rubbers, metals, and composite materials (preferred)
Strong inter-personal and Customer Service Skills
Statistical Process Controls (SPC)
Education/Certifications
B.S. degree in Mechanical, Chemical, or Aerospace Engineering or related engineering degree with 2 years’ experience.
Must have the ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government clearance
Basic Computer skills (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
Experience writing electronic shop instructions
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience with Manufacturing Planning and MRP software
Experience with PLM Software (Teamcenter, Windchill, etc.)
Experience with using 3D modeling software (Solidworks, NX, Pro-E, etc.)
Experience working with Aerospace standards and the implementation of standards across cross-functional teams
Experience with chemical and mechanical bonding processes—rubber and composite molding processes
Based on 2,235 disclosed Hardware salaries on RoleSuite, the role pays a median of $135K/year, with most offers between $109K and $172K (10th–90th percentile: $91K–$208K).
This posting lists $79K–$118K, below the $135K market median.
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