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 Principal Parts Engineer. This position is located in Roy, UT and supports the Sentinel program.

What You'll Get To Do:

This individual will be responsible for performing full spectrum of parts management tasks on assigned system and sub-systems to ensure streamlined selection, approval and standardization of preferred or commonly used parts during the design of weapon systems and equipment under an overarching Systems Engineering framework.

• Candidate will demonstrate ability to develop/maintain a bill of material, PPSL, PAPL, PAMPL and perform issue management through solution implementation.

• Candidate will demonstrate a complete understanding and wide application of technical principle, theories, and concepts relative to parts management.

• Candidate will demonstrate general knowledge of Systems Engineering, multi-generational program system and/or multi-generational program subsystem development, and familiarity with supplier management.

• Applicant is expected to work independently to provide innovative technical solutions to a wide range of difficult problems.

• Candidate will create, analyze, and produce roadmaps, impact, and issue reports and present data to stakeholders, customers, and upper management.

• Research specifications and standards to support Logistics and Parts Engineering processes.

• Research technical, reliability and maintainability data for components using Government and commercial sources.

• Review and evaluate engineering solutions, design, and technical data for parts impacts.

• Follow Systems Engineering disciplines and processes. Assist in the Counterfeit Parts prevention process.

• Applicant will be expected to maintain close coordination with several integrated product teams, provide detailed status to program leadership, participate in parts management technical interchange meetings, as required.

• Candidate will be self-motivated, work under general direction, and work well in teams. Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools is essential.

Position Benefits:

As a full-time employee of Northrop Grumman Defense Systems, 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 position's 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.

You’ll Bring These Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in a Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) discipline from an accredited university and 5 years of experience, or 3 years of experience with a Master's degree; 1 year of experience with PHD

• Must be a US Citizen with the ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret Clearance within a reasonable period of time, as determined by the company to meet its business needs.

• Must be proficient in Microsoft Office tools

• Excellent communication, interpersonal skills, and the ability to interface with all levels of employees and management

These Qualifications Would be Nice to Have:

• Background in logistics, procurement, and/or obsolescence management

• Can demonstrate understanding and knowledge of mechanical hardware and materials governing industry standards (ie. fastener types, nuts, rivets,)

• Ability to locate and source mechanical hardware and material and make sourcing recommendations based off industry availability

• Familiar with industry and MIL-STDs governing mechanical hardware and materials and impact on industry practices

• Experience working with vendors on requirements and capabilities

• Experience with bill of materials, predictive obsolescence tools, life cycle management tools and processes

• Experience with Aerospace and Defense  parts and obsolescence management

• Experience with Government, Military and Industry performance documents (standards, specifications, etc.)

• Familiar with Counterfeit Prevention processes IAW AS5553 and DFARS 252.246-7007,-7008

• Familiar with Systems Engineering processes and disciplines (including nuclear hardness, nuclear surety and system safety)

• Strong understanding of entire product lifecycle, modeling and engineering best practices

• Understanding of process/procedure development, control and improvement

• Experience managing PPSL, PAPL, PAMPL

• Experience with Siemens Teamcenter, NX solid modeling 

• Previous experience leading a team in successful completion of projects

Salary Range: $86,600.00 - $130,000.00

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.