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Northrop Grumman · 2 months ago

Staff Engineer Research & Development Level 5 - R10211608

Clearfield, UT

Full-time

Onsite

Lead/Staff

$148K/yr - $222K/yr

8+ years exp

Northrop Grumman is a leading aerospace company known for its innovative systems that impact lives globally. They are seeking a Staff Research & Development Engineer Level 5 to lead the development of processes and material solutions for composite aerospace structures, focusing on automation and efficiency in production scale manufacturing.

AerospaceData IntegrationManufacturingRemote SensingSecurity

Growth Opportunities

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Develop processes and optimize material solutions for pilot scale fabrication of complex composite materials. Plan and execute the transition to production scale manufacturing and assist in defining equipment and floor plan needs

Develop new material systems that are amenable to additive manufacturing, fiber placement and other automated composite fabrication techniques

Solve technical issues using root cause methodologies based on underlying scientific principals and an understanding of chemical processes

Identify and develop technical solutions that meet IRAD and Process Service project goals

Provide technical decisions and recommendations based on data and project outcomes

Lead development efforts to reduce cost, increase process efficiency, and ensure consistent quality in support of current and future programs

Work with internal and external partners to champion and ensure success of R&D projects

Act as principal investigator on selected new proposals and projects

Manage execution of the project requirements to cost and schedule objectives

Foster an environment of cooperation and teamwork within the Process and Technology Development team

Qualification

MaterialProcess EngineeringComposite MaterialsAerospace Composite MachiningGeometric DimensioningTolerancingStatistical Analysis MethodsTechnical Decision MakingTeamworkProblem Solving

Required

Bachelor's Degree in STEM field (Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics) and 12 years of engineering experience; or Masters in a STEM field with 10 years of engineering experience; or PhD in STEM field with 8 years of experience

Material and Process Engineering experience in composite material

Must have the ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Clearance

Must have the ability to obtain and maintain Special Program Access (PAR)