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 Defense Systems is seeking a Sr. Principal Engineer Environmental, Health and Safety (EHS). This position is located in Roy, Utah and will support the Strategic Deterrent Systems (SDS) Division.

This role may offer a competitive relocation assistance package.

What You’ll Get To Do:

• Candidate must demonstrate an ability to interact effectively with internal/external compliance regulators with a high degree of proficiency. This includes resolving customer safety concerns and presenting progress on safety audits and corrective actions.

• Designs manufacturing processes, for highly energetic, static sensitive, corrosive, and chemical   processes. 

• Designs arrangement of machines and tools within the facility to ensure the safest and efficient layout.  

• Implement qualifications and change management processes to ensure products or services meet customer requirements. 

• Must understand all safety risks of the process and design the processes such that safety risks are mitigated or eliminated. 

• All processes must meet the minimum standard as outlined in (HOPs) Hazards Operation Standard.   

• Understands and complies with DOD4145.26 ATF.  

• Subject Matter Expert (SME) technical interpretation of requirements and investigation of compliance systems will be required. (DoD 4145.26, OP-5, etc.)

• Engineers work closely with the Hazards Analysis and Cross Functional Engineering group in designing and setting up the processes.  

• Develops energetic processes such as safety interlocks, standardization requirements for mixes, and remote processes are incorporated into the process for operator and process safety.  

• Designs sequence of operations and quality control that specify procedures for the fabrication of tools and equipment and other functions that affect product performance.  

• Ensures processes and procedures are in compliance with regulations.  

• Supports cross function matrixed investigation teams with emphasis on root cause analysis, process failure modes, non-conformances and effective analysis.

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:

• Bachelors in Science degree with 8 years of experience; or 6 years of experience with a Masters degree; or 4 years of experience with a PhD 

• Must be a US Citizen and must have the ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret security clearance

• Experience in explosives safety programs

• Experience developing and/or managing safety recognition programs

Preferred Qualifications: 

• Bachelors in Science Occupational Safety, Industrial Hygiene, or related technical field

• Strong interpersonal skills and excellent ability to communicate both verbally and in writing.  

• Expert in Root Cause Analysis and Corrective/Preventive Action determination Strong knowledge of Defense Systems Safety systems, documents, and vocabulary, especially HOPS

• Certifications in environmental or safety related programs, for example CHMM, CIH or CSP.

• Experience in data trending and reporting.

• A proven track record in the development and implementation of comprehensive safety management systems.

• Basic understanding of chemistry and its application to personal protective equipment (PPE) selection, chemical processes and compatibilities. 

• Experience assessing the health impact of physical and chemical agents.

• Experience working within a multi-team environment.

• Skilled use of Microsoft Office Products (PowerPoint, Word, Excel, Project)

• Experience with Microsoft SharePoint and Cority.

• Conduct risk assessments and evaluations and develop of Job Hazard Analyses (JHA)

• Experience with accident investigations and root cause analysis.

• Proven leadership ability to drive safety performance and foster continuous improvement.

• Comfortable navigating ambiguity and interacting professionally primarily with compliance regulators and customer personnel as well as across the organization from VP to operator. 

Salary Range: $107,800.00 - $161,800.00

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.