RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available

CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret

TRAVEL: Yes, 25% 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 Launch Vehicles (LV) Sentinel Program Promontory Associate/Mechanical I&T Engineer (Level 1 or 2) will assist in the execution of all phases of mechanical I&T engineering objectives from inception through delivery. This role is responsible for implementing mechanical I&T engineering statement of work requirements and accounting for cost and schedule objectives.  This role will develop, test, and troubleshoot a variety of mechanical operations on the missile assembly, ground support equipment, and other interfaces.  This role will work closely with design to implement design for manufacturability, conduct performance tests, and verify design requirements in the build.

Due to the sensitive nature of our work, this is a fully on-site position in Promontory, Utah; hybrid or remote work is not available.

Job Summary:

Candidate shall possess a general mechanical engineering background and have a basic understanding of system-level manufacturing concepts as they apply to integration of complex systems. Duties will require daily contact with booster hardware, solid rocket motors, and ground support equipment. Candidate will be responsible for assisting senior staff in the final system-level integration and test of air launched and static test vehicles. Under guidance of senior staff, specific duties may include: contribute to the development of detailed work instructions, processes and procedures directing the assembly and test of launch vehicle systems; read and interpret complex engineering drawings and translate requirements into work instructions; coordinate integration activities and schedules with operations supervisors, program engineers and various customer organizations; document hardware defects and test anomalies, and develop and implement robust and effective corrective actions; identify opportunities for continuous process improvement and participate in implementation; support delivery operations, as required. Ability to write in clear technical terms, good interpersonal skills, the ability to communicate with engineers from various backgrounds, and knowledge of standard PC application software are required.  Basic knowledge of electrical and electronic system design is a plus. Occasional business travel may be required (< 20%).

Key Responsibilities:

• Support authoring, review, and publication of work instructions for detailed assembly integration work

• Support initial engineering stand-up of activities and transition into production operations and future sustainment

• Support plans and schedules for Launch Vehicles activities in Promontory, Utah

• Support the requirements, milestones, and organizational infrastructure to sustain and deliver on the contractual obligations

• Support the development of engineering Statement of Work, schedule, and quality processes and procedures

• Maintain close coordination with Engineering Manager on engineering activities and milestones

• Participates in daily escalation and tiered meeting structures

• Support the engineering requirements definition for the new Booster Integration Facility and storage bunkers, along with required support equipment when the program transitions to full rate production, and support the facility construction through to completion to meet program schedule

• Establish production concept of operations (CONOPS) for full rate production and guide the inclusion of automation into the production line

• Occasional business travel may be required (< 20%)

This position may be filled as a Mechanical I&T Engineer at a Level 1 or a Level 2.

Basic Education/Experience:

• Associate Mechanical I&T Engineer (Level 1) - Bachelor of Science Degree in a STEM discipline from an accredited university and 0 years of experience

• Mechanical I&T Engineer (Level 2) Bachelor of Science Degree in a STEM discipline an accredited university and 2 years of related experience or a Master’s degree in a STEM discipline and 0 years of experience

You’ll Bring These Qualifications for Either Level:

• Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government DoD Secret Security Clearance, which generally requires US Citizenship as a prerequisite. Personnel without an active DoD Secret Security Clearance are required to initiate a Security Clearance Investigation within 14 days of acceptance of job offer.

• Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government BATFE Employee Possessor License

• Ability to be self-motivated, possess excellent communications skills, detail-oriented, and team player

• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, with an ability to effectively communicate to all levels of employees, management, and customers

• Ability to be flexible, innovative, and work with speed and agility to complete tasks

• Ability to be detail-oriented while understanding the big picture

Preferred Qualifications:

• Active U.S. Government DoD Secret Security Clearance

• Active U.S. Government BATFE Employee Possessor License

• BS in Mechanical, Aeronautical or Systems Engineering

• Energetic safety knowledge and experience

• Experience on ICBMs

• Experience with integration and test of missiles

• Experience with executing engineering statement of work and schedule activities

Salary Range: $63,900.00 - $95,900.00Salary Range 2: $77,200.00 - $115,800.00

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.