Research and Development Engineer / Principal Engineer

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE : Relocation assistance may be available

CLEARANCE TYPE : Secret

TRAVEL : Yes, 10% of the Time

Description

At Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportunities to work on revolutionary systems that impact people's lives around the world today, and for generations to come. Our pioneering and inventive spirit has enabled us to be at the forefront of many technological advancements in our nation's history - from the first flight across the Atlantic Ocean, to stealth bombers, to landing on the moon. We look for people who have bold new ideas, courage and a pioneering spirit to join forces to invent the future, and have fun along the way. Our culture thrives on intellectual curiosity, cognitive diversity and bringing your whole self to work — and we have an insatiable drive to do what others think is impossible. Our employees are not only part of history, they're making history.

Northrop Grumman Aeronautics Systems has an opening for a Research and Development Engineer / Principal Research and Development Engineer to join our team of qualified, diverse individuals. This position will be in Clearfield, UT

Our Research and Development team works to support process development and automation of composite aerospace structures. We engineer the latest composite structures for military / commercial aircraft and launch structures and are leaders in next-generation composite development. We operate as principal investigators over Internal Research and Development (IRAD), Contracted Research and Development (CRAD), Process Service (PS) projects, as well as Production Program Support with responsible technical development as well as management of schedules and budgets. Would you like to work on the cutting edge of aerospace?

We have the opportunity to work a 9 / 80 schedule, which gives us every other Friday off to pursue passions outside the office. Travel is up to 10%, all within the continental US and typically involves a 2-3 day trip once per year.

Northrop Grumman offers a full suite of benefits to our employees. Our Clearfield location is surrounded by the beautiful Wasatch Mountains which provide numerous opportunities for outdoor recreation. Do you enjoy skiing, hiking, or biking? Picture yourself in Utah!

Come join our team!

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 principles and an understanding of chemical processes.
• Identify and develop technical solutions that meet IRAD, CRAD, 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.
• Support execution of the project requirements to cost and schedule objectives.
• Foster an environment of cooperation and teamwork within the Process and Technology Development team.
• Author, modify and audit procedures.
• Resolve production issues in process working closely with manufacturing personnel.
• Support manufacturing of composite structures.

This position may be filled at a Level 2 or 3 based on the qualifications outlined below.

Basic Qualifications :

Engineer Level (2) :

Engineer Level (3) :

Preferred Qualifications :

Salary Range : $77,200.00 - $115,800.00; Salary Range 2 : $95,300.00 - $142,900.00.

The above salary range represents a general guideline; however, Northrop Grumman considers a number of factors when determining base salary offers such as the scope and responsibilities of the position and the candidate's experience, education, skills and current market conditions.

Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay. Annual bonuses are designed to reward individual contributions as well as allow employees to share in company results. Employees in Vice President or Director positions may be eligible for Long Term Incentives. In addition, Northrop Grumman provides a variety of benefits including health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, savings plan, Company paid holidays and paid time off (PTO) for vacation and / or personal business.

The application period for the job is estimated to be 20 days from the job posting date. However, this timeline may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates.

Northrop Grumman is an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class. For our complete EEO and pay transparency statement, please visit http : / / www.northropgrumman.com / EEO. U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.

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