Principal NDI/Materials & Processes Engineer / Sr. Principal NDI/Materials & Processes Engineer - AM

Company: Northrop Grumman
Location: Melbourne
Posted on: August 5, 2022

Job 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 Principal NDI/Materials & Processes Engineer / Sr. Principal NDI/Materials & Processes Engineer - Additive Manufacturing to join our team of qualified, diverse individuals. Position is located in Melbourne, Florida. This requisition may be filled at a higher grade based on qualifications listed below. Responsibilities may include the following: Performs root cause analysis of material failures, provides effective solutions to production composite issues. Generates test plans & reports. Analyzes, researches, designs and develops materials and their related fabrication and application processes to develop and optimize materials for use in engineering design of and/or application in structures, systems and subsystems. Applies principles of chemistry, physics, and material behavior to develop non-metallic processing specifications, fabrication and assembly processes. Develops, analyzes and applies material properties and design allowables, processing processes and quality engineering specifications. Material analyses may include failure analysis of components, systems and subsystems, life predictions, and definition and requirement specifications. May review and approve subcontractor material processing procedures. May travel to subcontractor locations.Basic Qualifications:

• Basic Qualifications for a Principal M&P Engineer are a Bachelor's degree in a Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) discipline with a minimum of 5 years of experience to include a background in non-destructive inspection for airframe structures OR Master's degree in a STEM discipline with a minimum of 3 years of experience to include a background in non-destructive inspection for airframe structures.
• Basic Qualifications for the Sr Principal M&P Engineer are a Bachelor's degree in a Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) discipline with a minimum of 9 years of experience to include a background in non-destructive inspection for airframe structures OR Master's degree in a Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) discipline with a minimum of 7 years of experience to include a background in non-destructive inspection for airframe structures.
• Experience with metal or composite fabrication and design on aircraft
• Experience with repair processes for metal or composite materials used in aerospace structures
• Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret Clearance prior to start
• Must have the ability to obtain and maintain Special Access Program (SAP) clearance prior to start Preferred Qualifications:
  • BS or MS, Materials Science or similar
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Ability to collaborate in a team environment
  • Ability to prioritize multiple responsibilities and/or accomplishing them simultaneously
  • Ability to comprehend and analyze complex problems and develop solutions
  • Experience with military specs and standards.
  • Experience interfacing with a military customer. Salary Range: $79,700 USD - $119,500 USD Salary Range 2: $98,700 USD - $148,100 USD Employees may be eligible for 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 health and safety of our employees and their families is a top priority. The company encourages employees to remain up-to-date on their COVID-19 vaccinations. U.S. Northrop Grumman employees may be required, in the future, to be vaccinated or have an approved disability/medical or religious accommodation, pursuant to future court decisions and/or government action on the currently stayed federal contractor vaccine mandate under Executive Order 14042 https://www.saferfederalworkforce.gov/contractors/ .Northrop Grumman is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action 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/AA and Pay Transparency statement, please visit http://www.northropgrumman.com/EEO . U.S. Citizenship is required for most positions.

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