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.

The Advanced Concepts and Technologies (AC&T) group of Northrop Grumman Mission Systems is seeking an Engineer Microelectronic Semiconductors for our Advanced Technology Lab (ATL) - located outside of Baltimore, Maryland – where we design, manufacture, and test semiconductor products for internal and commercial production customers as well as emerging technology programs.

Northrop Grumman’s ATL semiconductor foundry is a unique capability supporting a range of production microelectronic devices (Silicon, Gallium Arsenide, Gallium Nitride, Silicon Carbide, and Carbon Nanotubes) and providing leading edge technology development in superconducting electronics. Our devices enable a number of Northrop Grumman’s ground-based radars, avionic radars, and space systems.

Our multidisciplinary foundry team enables activities from development to sustainment process engineering. ATL is responsible for all aspects of semiconductor technology including design, mask making, wafer fabrication, test, and assembly.

What You’ll get to Do:

The Engineer Microelectronic Semiconductors will lead and manage our on-site helium recovery and liquefaction plant at Northrop Grumman's semiconductor foundry in Baltimore. Central job function will includes ownership of the processing units on both helium recovery network as well as the liquefaction facility. This includes but is not limited to helium compressors, liquefiers, oil separators, line dryers, and storage vessels. Individual will also be responsible for managing the purchase of pure helium from commercial gas suppliers.

Responsibilities include all aspects of the helium facilities and ownership of the daily operations to ensure the site’s supply demand is always met. The chosen candidate will develop and apply continuous improvement programs for the systems; and be responsible for all aspects of project management including working with and direction of contractors/sub-contractors along with alignment with management.

Minimal travel - one to three short trips per year.

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Basic Qualifications for Engineer Microelectronic Semiconductors:

• Bachelor's degree in science or engineering field with minimum of 2 years relevant experience; Master's degree in science or engineering field with 0+ years

• Experience with equipment installation, operation, and maintenance

• Demonstrated ability to work with cross organizational teams such as engineering, line maintenance and building maintenance

• US Citizenship Required

• The ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret clearance is required

Preferred Qualifications Engineer Microelectronic Semiconductors:

• Experience with programmable logic controllers (PLCs)

• Experience with compressors and/or liquefier equipment

• Experience with cryogenic liquids and gas systems

• Experience interfacing with vendors for equipment repairs, service contracts, and purchasing

Salary Range: $83,300.00 - $124,900.00

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.

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 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 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 all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.