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Northrop Grumman · 3 months ago

Sr. Principal Engineer - Material Processes - R10208439

Palmdale, CA

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

$137K/yr - $206K/yr

6+ years exp

Northrop Grumman is a leader in aeronautics and technological advancements, seeking a Senior Principal Engineer - Material Processes to join their team. The role involves analyzing, researching, and developing materials and their application processes for engineering design in structures, systems, and subsystems, while collaborating with other engineering organizations.

AerospaceData IntegrationManufacturingRemote SensingSecurity

Growth Opportunities

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

The selected candidate will be responsible for analyzing, researching, and developing materials and their related application processes for use in engineering design of and/or application in structures, systems and subsystems

The candidate will apply principles of chemistry, physics, and material science to investigate material issues and provide solutions

The candidate will work in a team environment with other engineering organization performing detailed technical reviews of drawings, specifications and manufacturing plans

Qualification

Material ScienceEngineering DesignComposite MaterialsMilitary Aircraft ExperienceOralMaterial ObsolescenceWritten CommunicationTeam CollaborationProblem Solving

Required

This position requires the ability to obtain a DOD Secret Clearance and the ability to obtain and maintain a Program Special access within a reasonable period of time, as determined by the company to meet its business needs

Bachelor's Degree in a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics) discipline and 8 years of related engineering experience; OR a Master's degree in a STEM discipline and 6 years of related engineering experience; OR a PhD in a STEM discipline and 4 years of related engineering experience

Familiar with composite pre-pregs, honeycombs, and adhesive materials; Fabrication, assembly, and repair processes for aircraft composite structures, familiar with metallic materials and processes