Northrop Grumman · 1 month ago
Principal Engineer Metrology - R10215021
Los Angeles, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$104K/yr - $155K/yr
5+ years expNorthrop Grumman is a leading technology company known for its revolutionary systems that impact lives globally. They are seeking a Principal Metrology Engineer to manage metrology workflows, develop solutions to complex problems, and serve as the main interface between engineering and metrology technicians.
AerospaceData IntegrationManufacturingRemote SensingSecurity
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Properly evaluate and interpret engineering models, engineering GD&T intent, and calibration results
Manage daily metrology workflow to drive efficiency and optimal resource utilization
Develop solutions to complex problems which require the regular use of ingenuity and innovative thinking
Perform measurements and data post processing using portable metrology systems such as Optical Fixtures, Motion Simulators, and Analysis data using statistic software etc
Serve as the main metrology interface between engineering and metrology technicians
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering or Math) and 5 years of experience; Masters degree STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering or Math) with 3 years of experience
Experience using metrology equipment (Theodolites, Autocollimators, Laser Interferometer, Mechanical Equipment Calibrator)
Experience with Geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T) and interpreting engineer drawings and models
Experience with automated calibration system such as Surecal or Metcal
U.S. Citizenship required
Must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret clearance
Preferred
Experience performing metrology evaluations, calibration, data interpretation of Optical Equipment used in surveying equipment for Astronomic Reference north alignment
Experience with Gage Blocks to set up optical fixtures for Yaw, Pitch, and Roll for Navigation systems reference on Motion Simulators
Experience with tooling, fixtures, and precision angles levels
Experience with Mechanical Metrology standards
Benefits
Health insurance coverage
Life and disability insurance
Savings plan
Company paid holidays
Paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business
Company
Northrop Grumman
Northrop Grumman is an aerospace, defense and security company that provides training and satellite ground network communications software.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$3.7BKey Investors
U.S. Department of DefenseNASA
2025-05-27Post Ipo Debt· $1B
2024-01-29Post Ipo Debt· $2.5B
2023-12-20Grant· $72M
Leadership Team
Tom Wilson
Corporate Vice President, Enterprise Business Development
Jeffrey Worsham
Chief Product Owner - Advanced Technology Development
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