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TYPE: SecretTYPE: Secret>Secret TRAVEL:Yes, 25% 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. Join Northrop Grumman on our continued mission to push the boundaries of possible across land, sea, air, space, and cyberspace. Enjoy a culture where your voice is valued and start contributing to our team of passionate professionals providing real life solutions to our world’s biggest challenges. We take pride in creating purposeful work and allowing our employees to grow and achieve their goals every day by Defining Possible. With our competitive pay and comprehensive benefits, we have the right opportunities to fit your life and launch your career today. Northrop Grumman Defense Systems is seeking a Sr. Principal Manufacturing Engineer . This position is located in Huntsville, AL and supports the Sentinel program . What You'll Get To Do: Manufacturing Process Engineers (MPEs) play a critical role in driving consistency and efficiency across all production centers. Guided by the principle “Common processes Common tools = Common results,” MPEs are responsible for standardizing consumable, perishable, and durable tools throughout the division. This standardization ensures that every production center operates with the same high quality resources and methods, leading to reliable and repeatable outcomes. In addition to tool standardization, MPEs are tasked with the creation and sustainment of Process Work Instructions (PWIs). PWIs serve as the essential “How To” and “What with” guides within the production environment, detailing step by step procedures and specifying the industrial supplies required for each process. By capturing and maintaining these instructions, MPEs help ensure that best practices and common supplies are consistently applied across all operations. You'll Bring These

Bring These Qualifications:Bachelor’s degree in Science with 8 years of experience; or Master's with 6 years of experience; or PhD with 4 years of experience. 4 additional years of

al years of Experience:may be considered in lieu of a degree. Must have an active U.S. Government DoD Secret security

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clearance at time of application, current and within scope, with an ability to obtain and maintain Special Access Program (SAP) approval within a reasonable period of time, as determined by the company to meet its business need

Experience with Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) tools including CPLM, SAP, MES or other related applications. These

Qualifications Would Be Nice to Have: Familiarity with Lean Six Sigma methodologies. Ability to create and maintain an Approved Support Materials (ASM) list. Skilled in compiling and managing Non Flyaway Manufacturing Consumables supply lists.

Experience coordinating with Manufacturing Engineers (MEs) to identify Durable and Perishable Tool

requirements. Proficient in identifying Durable tools for Production toolboxes and Tool Cribs, based on SOW. Capable of assessing and identifying Risk Inventory needs as well as Min/Max

requirements. Expertise in identifying and managing Perishable Production tools.

Experience in processing documentation and standard practices.

Experience facilitating Stakeholder Review Boards. Skilled in developing and sustaining Durable tool models for Manufacturing Engineering (ME) producibility analysis. Proficient in Lean Manufacturing Principles. Strong organizational

skills with attention to detail. Effective analytical problem solving abilities. Capable of critical thinking and innovative solutions. Knowledgeable in standardizing tools and processes for efficiency. Familiar with Production Line Operations and those dynamics. Primary Level

salary:Range: $119,200.00 $178,800.00 The above

00 The above00 The abovesalary 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,

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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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