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Principal/Manufacturing Engineer (Level 2 or 3)

Northrop GrummanChandler, AZFull-timeLevel 2: $72,100.00-$108,100.00; Level 3: $89,400.00-$134,200.00

This engineer will create and sustain production processes for assemblies, equipment installation, machining, material handling, and related manufacturing operations. The position supports factory layout, build sequencing, tooling, equipment adaptation, inspection planning, statistical process control, and corrective actions when production issues arise. As part of the Launch Systems Manufacturing Integration Team, the engineer will collaborate with design, quality, production, and other cross-functional groups to apply Design for Manufacturing principles and meet regulatory requirements. The role is suited to an experienced manufacturing, mechanical, or industrial engineer who is comfortable with MES work instructions, CAD-based tools, and production troubleshooting. Candidates must be able to obtain a Secret clearance and work onsite in Chandler, with occasional travel.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree with 3 years of experience for Level 2 or 5 years for Level 3, or applicable master’s degree experienceAbility to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government Secret clearanceExperience creating and sustaining Manufacturing Engineering System work instructionsProficiency in Design for Manufacturing and manufacturing process developmentExperience with work cell layout, build sequencing, tooling, corrective action, and quality assuranceFamiliarity with CAD, NX, Costpoint, and Teamcenter
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2,700+ AZ employees across Chandler (launch vehicles/missile defense), Gilbert (satellite manufacturing), and Mesa/Sierra Vista.

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