Process Engineer/Principal Process Engineer

Requisition ID : R10173925

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 Space Systems is currently seeking a Process Engineer to support our Rocket Motor Assembly Process Engineering team at our Promontory, Utah Plant.

Role Description & Responsibilities :

Developing and improving manufacturing processes

Spending time in the operations area observing and monitoring rocket motor assembly processes

Performing cause and corrective action activities to permanently eliminate defects using root cause analysis tools

Working with concurrent engineering teams to ensure proper documentation and on-time production

Authoring, updating and reviewing shop floor work instructions

Preparing and presenting technical presentations to technical teams, leadership, and to customers for review and approval

Performing table top reviews

Using SPC tools to ensure process control

Developing and incorporating process improvements

Troubleshooting production / tooling / facility issues and implementing improvements and solutions

Supporting design, checkout, qualification and implementation of new or modified tooling or equipment

Basic Qualifications :

This position can be filled at either a level 02 or level 03.

Basic Qualifications for level 02 :

B.S. degree in Chemical, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering or Manufacturing Engineering (other technical degrees may be considered)

Candidate with 2 - 5 years of engineering experience

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 blue prints and specifications

Experience writing shop work instructions (preferred)

Experience working with energetic materials and processes (preferred)

Strong inter-personal and Customer Service Skills

Process Controls (SPC)

Basic Qualifications for level 03 :

B.S. degree in Chemical, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering or Manufacturing Engineering (other technical degrees may be considered)

Candidate with 5 - 8 years of engineering experience

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 blue prints and specifications

Experience writing shop work instructions (preferred)

Experience working with energetic materials and processes (preferred)

Strong inter-personal and Customer Service Skills

Process Controls (SPC)

Position Benefits :

As a full-time employee of Northrop Grumman Space Systems, you are eligible for our robust benefits package including :

Medical, Dental & Vision coverage

401K

Educational Assistance

Life Insurance

Employee Assistance Programs & Work / Life Solutions

Paid Time Off

Health and Wellness Resources

Employee Discounts

Salary Range : $75,300 - $112,900 Salary Range 2 : $92,600 - $139,000The 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.

Employees may be eligible for 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.