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Northrop Grumman · 23 hours ago

Process Engineer Level 3

Northrop Grumman is a leader in technological advancements, and they are seeking a Process Engineer Level 3 to support their Process Engineering team. The role involves improving manufacturing processes, troubleshooting production issues, and ensuring a strong safety culture.

AerospaceData IntegrationManufacturingRemote SensingSecurity
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Responsibilities

Able to demonstrate and instill a strong safety culture in daily operations
Developing and continuously improving manufacturing processes
Supporting manufacturing operations, to include composites manufacturing, machining, rubber layup and molding, chemical bonding, primers and coatings, and complex assemblies
Being the first line of support (primary point of contact) for operations personnel and any process related problems
Performing cause and corrective action investigations to permanently eliminate defects using root cause analysis tools
Working with concurrent engineering team to create Build-to-Packages (i.e. engineering and planning documents)
Authoring, updating and reviewing shop floor planning (work instructions)
Preparing and presenting technical presentations to internal leadership, and to the customers for review and approval
Performing reviews with operations team before and after parts are worked
Monitoring production events and utilizing SPC tools to ensure process control
Developing and incorporating process improvements
Troubleshooting production/tooling/facility issues and implementing improvements and solutions to enhance efficiency, reduce costs, and improve product quality
Supporting design, checkout, qualification and implementation of new or modified tooling or equipment

Qualification

Lean Manufacturing Techniques3D modeling softwareStatistical Process ControlsComposite materialsCAD skillsMulti-tasking skillsCustomer Service SkillsProblem-solving skillsOral communication skillsWritten communication skillsOrganization skillsInterpersonal skills

Required

B.S. degree in STEM- Mechanical, Chemical, or Aerospace Engineering or related engineering degree with 5 years' experience with Bachelor degree or Master degree with 3 years experience
Able to demonstrate and instill a strong safety culture in daily operations
Developing and continuously improving manufacturing processes
Supporting manufacturing operations, to include composites manufacturing, machining, rubber layup and molding, chemical bonding, primers and coatings, and complex assemblies
Being the first line of support (primary point of contact) for operations personnel and any process related problems
Performing cause and corrective action investigations to permanently eliminate defects using root cause analysis tools
Working with concurrent engineering team to create Build-to-Packages (i.e. engineering and planning documents)
Authoring, updating and reviewing shop floor planning (work instructions)
Preparing and presenting technical presentations to internal leadership, and to the customers for review and approval
Performing reviews with operations team before and after parts are worked
Monitoring production events and utilizing SPC tools to ensure process control
Developing and incorporating process improvements
Troubleshooting production/tooling/facility issues and implementing improvements and solutions to enhance efficiency, reduce costs, and improve product quality
Supporting design, checkout, qualification and implementation of new or modified tooling or equipment
Self-Starter that takes initiative to complete tasks and assignments with little supervision
Good problem-solving skills and strong oral and written communication skills
Good organization and multi-tasking skills
Experience in Lean Manufacturing Techniques
Basic Computer skills (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
Interpreting blueprints and specifications, GD&T standards
Strong inter-personal and Customer Service Skills
Statistical Process Controls (SPC)

Preferred

Experience writing shop planning
Experience with 3D modeling software
Experience working with composite materials
CAD skills
Experience with NX and modeling
Experience with rigging, bridge and mobile cranes

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

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Northrop Grumman is an aerospace, defense and security company that provides training and satellite ground network communications software.

Funding

Current Stage
Public Company
Total Funding
$3.7B
Key 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

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Tom Wilson
Corporate Vice President, Enterprise Business Development
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Jeffrey Worsham
Chief Product Owner - Advanced Technology Development
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