Posted:
2/3/2026, 8:22:59 AM
Location(s):
Virginia, United States ⋅ Sterling, Virginia, United States
Experience Level(s):
Junior ⋅ Mid Level
Field(s):
Mechanical Engineering
Northrop Grumman is hiring a Manufacturing Engineer to support our Harness Work Center (HWC) and/or (EMWC) Electro-Mechanical Work Center for the Space Superiority Division located in Sterling, VA.
Authors and maintains production plans that detail the assembly of spacecraft hardware
Participates in design peer reviews to ensure designs are manufacturable and engineering documentation aligns with strict processes and procedures
Evaluates non-conforming product and develops rework procedures to return fit/form/function to flight hardware
Partners with cross-functional groups to conduct root cause and corrective action investigations
Optimizes operational work flow by developing manufacturing processes and introducing new tools and techniques for harness fabrication
Responds to changing design requirements at all stages of the build process by revising production plans and returning product to the intended flight configuration
Designs and constructs full-scale mock-ups resembling spacecraft structure to aid in the manufacturing of exact-fit harnessing.
Provides direct support to Technicians on the manufacturing floor in a rapid-pace environment
Acts as manufacturing lead on assigned programs to ensure roadblocks are quickly alleviated while maintaining budget and schedule
Ensures processes and procedures are in compliance with industry and internal standards
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Manufacturing Engineer (T02) - Bachelor's degree or higher and at least 2 years of experience in Manufacturing/Process Engineering, Production, or related area - OR - a Master's degree (Additional years of experience in lieu of degree will be accepted)
Hands-on experience with manufacturing processes involving soldering, use of adhesives, testing, and harness assembly
Experience with cable and harnessing
Must have the ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government DoD security clearance
Preferred Qualifications:
Demonstrated leadership experience
Experience with power tools and construction
Experience with Costpoint, SAP, MES, Solumina, TIPQA, Windchill
Experience working in an ISO or AS9100 environment
Website: https://northropgrumman.com/
Headquarter Location: Falls Church, Virginia, United States
Employee Count: 10001+
Year Founded: 1994
IPO Status: Public
Last Funding Type: Grant
Industries: Data Integration ⋅ Manufacturing ⋅ Remote Sensing ⋅ Security ⋅ Software