Northrop Grumman · 3 weeks ago
Principle Numerical Control Programmer
Northrop Grumman is a leading aerospace and defense company with a rich history of technological advancements. They are seeking a Principal Numerical Control Programmer to develop, test, and improve machining manufacturing processes, support rocket motor case machining, and perform root cause analysis to eliminate defects.
AerospaceData IntegrationManufacturingRemote SensingSecurity
Responsibilities
Developing, testing, and improving machining manufacturing processes
Supporting rocket motor case machining processes on the shop floor
Performing cause and corrective action activities to permanently eliminate defects using root cause analysis tools
Working with concurrent engineering team to create engineering, planning and other process support documents
Authoring, updating and reviewing shop floor planning
Identifying tooling needs and working with tooling group to design, qualify, and implement new tools
Preparing and presenting technical presentations to the VSET, leadership, review boards, and customers for review and approval
Performing table top reviews
Using SPC tools to ensure process control
Troubleshooting production/tooling/facility issues and implementing improvements and solutions
Qualification
Required
B.S. degree in Mechanical, Aerospace Engineering, or other technical engineering discipline with 5 years' experience or 3 Years with a Master's degree. Experience may be considered in lieu of a degree, requiring 9 years of relevant experience
Machining and/or NC programming experience (hands-on or engineering experience)
CAD experience
Vericut experience
Basic Computer skills (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
Preferred
Experience in lean manufacturing techniques
Experience interpreting drawings, solid models, and specifications
Experience writing shop planning (preferred)
Process Controls (SPC)
Benefits
Medical, Dental & Vision coverage
401k
Educational Assistance
Life Insurance
Employee Assistance Programs & Work/Life Solutions
Paid Time Off
Health & Wellness Resources
Employee Discounts
Company
Northrop Grumman
Northrop Grumman is an aerospace, defense and security company that provides training and satellite ground network communications software.
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
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