Northrop Grumman Australia · 2 days ago
Fire Protection Engineer
United States-California-Redondo Beach
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry, Mid Level
$98K/yr - $147K/yr
0+ years expNorthrop Grumman is a leading aerospace and defense technology company, and they are seeking a Fire Protection Engineer for their Space Park site in Redondo Beach, California. The role focuses on leading fire prevention, explosive and ordinance safety, and compliance safety programs while developing and implementing fire protection programs to mitigate risks associated with fire and explosion.
Defense & Space
No H1B
U.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Reviewing and approving design reviews for new buildings and manufacturing processes
Review fire protection system alarm plans and documents to ensure compliance with federal, state, and local codes, and insurer requirements
Evaluation of fire and explosion hazards associated with additive manufacturing, combustible metal powders, and laboratory operations
Assessment and approval of lithium-ion battery storage, charging, and testing areas in accordance with NFPA 855 and applicable manufacturer guidance
Final inspection and approval of new/retrofit installations including fire alarms, hydro tests, foam system tests, and emergency lights
Providing oversight to facilities groups and auditing performance of fire suppression and alarm system inspection and maintenance programs
Facilitating insurance (AXA XL GAPS), internal audits and Fire Department inspections of fire prevention programs and systems
Facilitating investigations of fire related incidents including Root Cause Corrective Action (RCCA) assessments
Developing and updating fire related pre-fire plans and master plans
Developing and providing subject matter expertise on training for fire and life safety systems
Knowledge of applicable NFPA standards including NFPA 13, 25, 30, 33, 45, 70, 70E, and 72, as well as DOD and local fire code requirements
Ability to develop and deliver training for technical and non-technical personnel on fire protection and life safety topics
Hazardous material review and usage approval
Oversee site explosives management program (ATF Responsible Person)
Competent authority to manage a safety program under the DOD 4145 requirement
Reviewing and approving fire and life safety systems impairment requests and utility outage requests
Supporting other environmental, safety and health programs as needed, including Fall Protection, Elevated Work Platforms, Powered Industrial Truck
Participates in fire fighter and first aid/CPR training
Administration of Hot Work Permitting and Utility Outage programs in accordance with local code requirements and insurance company guidance
Chemical/material review as part of the Chemical Review Process
Cross-site [Sector] coordination
Member of the Crisis Management Team
Member of the Emergency Response Team
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's Degree in Fire Protection Administration & Technology or similar and 2 years of fire prevention program management or related experience or Master's Degree in a related field and 0 years of experience
Knowledge of fire prevention codes such as NFPA, IFC and California Fire Code
Ability to obtain and maintain Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms Responsible Person Certification for explosives
Ability to obtain and maintain a Department of Defense (DoD) Secret clearance (U.S. Citizenship required)
Preferred
Associate or Certified Safety Professional Certification
NFPA Certified Fire Protection Specialist or similar certification
Previous DoD, military or aerospace facilities experience
Knowledge of government codes such as Unified Facilities Criteria and DCMA 8210
AutoCAD system use
Ability to solve complex problems by actively seeking information and new ideas from a variety of sources
Excellent communication and collaboration skills
Consistently looking for novel ways to solve problems
40-hr Hazardous Waste Operations - FRA/FRO
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 Australia
Northrop Grumman Australia is the Australia-based arm of Northrop Grumman Corporation and committed to generating long-term prosperity, investing in advanced Research & Development, sovereign and exportable Intellectual Property, high-quality jobs and long-term technology leadership across the Commonwealth.
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageCompany data provided by crunchbase