RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available
CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: Yes
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 Defense Systems is seeking a Staff Tool Engineer to support the Sentinel program in Huntsville, AL.
In this role, you will lead and contribute to major tooling operations that enable program execution. You will plan and manage tooling projects—small and large—from concept through implementation, coordinating schedules, resources, and cross-functional teams. The ideal candidate is a proactive project lead and collaborative team player with hands-on experience in tooling and production environments. Success in this position requires strong project management skills, disciplined planning, clear communication, and the ability to coordinate critical program events. If you are motivated to drive results in a mission-focused setting and enjoy turning complex plans into reality, we invite you to bring your leadership and tooling expertise to our Huntsville team.
What You’ll Get To Do:
· Assist with coordination of design and fabrication requirements for tools and fixtures with customers, both internal and external. Performing tolerance analysis to ensure form/fit/function.
· Conduct root cause failure investigations and implement associated corrective actions for production tooling.
· Develop & maintain the production line tooling statement of work.
· Assist Product Development Team with new product designs to ensure manufacturability, validate process/technology. Developing the tool usage instructions for all designed tools and equipment.
· Assist in managing all phases of project: design, document, fabricate, assemble and validate Core Competencies – Manufacturing aptitude - Knowledge of manufacturing, methods, fabrication processes (e.g., forming, stamping, machining, heat treatment, machines/machine tools, cutting tools and fluids, N/C programming, instrumentation, data acquisition and control systems).
· Ability to select the best method of producing parts, tools or assemblies.
· Computer Aided Design Tools - Advanced knowledge of computer aided design tools and systems (e.g., computer aided design / computer aided manufacturing (CAD/CAM), computer aided three dimensional interactive (NX).
· Able to manipulate data sets, (e.g., compare NX to measurement data, create stereo lithography files). Engineering Drawings & Specs - Basic ability to read, understand, and interpret engineering drawings and specifications.
· Functional level understanding of GD&T.
Position Benefits:
As a full-time employee of Northrop Grumman, you are eligible for our robust benefits package including:
- Medical, Dental & Vision coverage
- 401k
- Educational Assistance
- Life Insurance
- Employee Assistance Programs & Work/Life Solutions
- Paid Time Off
- Health & Wellness Resources
- Employee Discounts
This positions standard work schedule is a 9/80. The 9/80 schedule allows employees who work a nine-hour day Monday through Thursday to take every other Friday off. This role may offer a competitive relocation assistance package.
Basic Qualifications: •Bachelor’s Degree with 12 years of experience; Master's Degree in with 10 years of experience; PhD with 8 years of experience.
•Experience in medium to large scale tooling fabrication and/or production fabrication including composites, metallic, coatings application, and/or production manufacturing operations. •Active DOD Secret clearance with an investigation date/periodic review within the last 5 years, and the ability to obtain a Program Special access within a reasonable period as determined by the company to meet its business needs.
Nice to Have:
·Experience with BuildIT
·Experience working with NX.
·Experience managing/coordinating technical projects (cost, schedule, and technical performance).
·Ability to understand/read/apply GD&T to a blueprint.
·Previous experience on high rate production military program.
·Experience with Inter Continental Ballistic Missiles (ICBM).
·Experience with CPLM (Common Product Life Cycle Management) and MES (Manufacturing Execution System).
·Knowledge of AS6500 requirements.
·5 years of experience in Catia or NX, 5 years of experience using ASME Y 14.5 in a design role.
·5 years of experience in Tool Design
·Ability to communicate with various levels of leadership - Must be able to coordinate and resolve interpersonal and technical problems. Must work well either in a team environment or independently. Ability to work well with little to no supervision.
Primary Level Salary Range: $153,600.00 - $230,400.00
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.