Factory Automation Project Engineer with Security Clearance

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
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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
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THIS JOB DOES NOT REQUIRE ANY SECURITY CLEARANCE TO START THE JOB
AFTER YOU START, YOU MAY BE SUBMITTED FOR A CLEARANCE
Northrop Grumman's Mission Systems is seeking a Factory Automation Project Engineer for Operations Manufacturing
This position focuses on automation control systems used in electronics and mechanical manufacturing, assembly, and packaging
What's Great About Working for Northrop Grumman: **Be part of a culture that thrives on intellectual curiosity, cognitive diversity and bringing your whole self to work
**Use your skills to build and deliver innovative tech solutions that protect the world and shape a better future
**Enjoy benefits like work-life balance, education assistance and paid time off
**Many sites have 9/80 days, telework and flexible scheduling options, plus generous paid time off
**Northrop Grumman was recognized as one of the world's most flexible employers by Sustainability Magazine in 2023.
**Northrop Grumman has made the Top 50 list for Diversity Inc
for 14 consecutive years What's Great About This Job:
**You will be part of the Manufacturing Automation and Controls team that is pursuing sector Automation and Industry 4.0/Digital Thread efforts
This includes interfacing with the teams developing the Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) system, Manufacturing Execution System (MES) and our Plant Connectivity and Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) infrastructure.
**You will use your innovation and creativity to design automation solutions that will revolutionize manufacturing execution and have a sector level impact
Responsibilities include:
• Lead troubleshooting, repair, and maintenance activities on PLC, material handling equipment, and robotics
• Interact with and support associates within assigned production areas
* Troubleshoot and edit Siemens Step 7 (Siemens PLC's), OMRON, Beckhoff, and Allen Bradley controllers and (Tag) architecture
• Execute modernizations, extensions, and modifications according to specifications and/or sketches of electrical drawings
If necessary, adjust PLC programming and utilize PLC to troubleshoot issues (IEC 61131-3)
• Review installation layouts, mechanical prints and electrical schematic drawings
* Perform in-house testing on control components and systems
* Perform equipment tests at vendor site as needed
• Apply understanding of Preventative Maintenance as it relates to production systems
• Create, modify, and troubleshoot programming for Fanuc, ABB, & UR Robots/Cobots
• Assists with panel wiring and mechanical assembly to meet project schedules
• Support customer training efforts
* Meet project schedules; provide manufacturing manager and lead project engineer with timely status reports of projects
* Independently construct or design equipment with use of PLC, BUS-Systems, Network Technology, Mechanical Components, Hydraulic and Pneumatic Systems and Cooling/Lubrication Systems
• Identify and analyze errors and malfunctions as they relate to: Intermittent/inconsistent electrical and mechanical failures on production equipment ; PLC's, 24v control circuits, 480v 3phase systems, 4-20ma circuits, VFD's, PC controllers, and fieldbus technology/control technology
• Develop and evaluate vendor equipment statement of work, quotes, design, installation, and facility testing to meet Mission Systems Automation and Enterprise Software Platform (PLM/ERP/MES/Mfg Bus) requirements
• Develop and design control/electrical panel layouts with tight integrations to custom equipment, conveyors and robotics
• Review manual test fixtures for higher volume products to identify and implement automation opportunities
• Develop and document manufacturing equipment interface guidelines Factory Support
• Maintain equipment-monitoring systems for machine uptime, efficiency, quality, process stability and capability
* Recommend and implement controls, sensors, electromechanical and/or automation improvements for manufacturing and test automation systems
* Develop, validate, and maintain automation and controls systems equipment, programming (including robotics), and data transfer systems
• Create new training materials and teach new personnel on training materials
• Solve manufacturing problems related to sensors, robots, motion, vision, equipment, data in a timely manner
• Support/cross train factory technicians and maintenance personnel with the troubleshooting and repair of process equipmentThe chosen candidate must have excellent verbal and written communication skills; be able to multi-task in a fast-paced, dynamic, and high visibility environment; and work well as part of a team
Basic Qualifications for an Engineer:
• Bachelor of Science degree or higher in Engineering or related STEM area
• Minimum of 2 years of relevant professional experience (0 years with a Master's)
• Familiarity with programmable logic controllers (PLC's) (Examples: Siemens, Allen Bradley, Omron and Beckhoff)
• Understanding of machine vision and deep learning applications
• Experience programming PLC's per IEC 61131-3 (Examples: ladder logic, function block diagram and structured text)
• Familiarity with RIA TR R15.406-2014 and OSHA equipment safety standards
• Familiarity with motion controllers, solenoids, conveyors, servos, actuators and other pneumatic/electromechanical systems
• Basic level of robot programming understanding
• Experience with industrial controls design with a concentration on wiring, panel footprint layout, pneumatic schemes, and networking
• Fluency in MS Office software applications
• Ability to obtain and maintain a US Secret Security Clearance (US Citizenship is required.) Preferred Qualifications:
• Experience with machine vision systems and barcode readers (Cognex, Keyence, and Fanuc)
• Familiarity with varying process sensors for environment, motion, measurement and presence (Banner, Sick, Allen-Bradley, Keyence, Omron)
• Familiarity with programming and hardware architecture of Siemens Controls, HMI environments
* Experience with programming gantry, articulating, and SCARA robots
• Experience with electronics manufacturing automation, conveyors and equipment in a high-volume environment
• Familiarity with RIA TR R15.406-2014 and OSHA equipment safety standards
• Knowledge of electronic electrostatic discharge (ESD) and contamination damage
• Experience networking supervisory control and data acquisition (SCADA), controllers and servers via Ethernet/IP, EtherCAT, Modbus or equivalent Fieldbus protocols
• Familiarity with programming and hardware architecture of networking processes such as Manufacturing Service Bus Integration (Kepware, PAC, Pco), MES integration, IIoT 4.0 communications (CFX) and "Edge Computing"
• Ignition SCADA experience
• Electronic component manufacturing
• Understanding of machine vision and deep learning applications Northrop Grumman provides a comprehensive benefits package and a work environment which encourages your growth and supports the mutual success of our people and our company
Northrop Grumman benefits give you the flexibility and control to choose the benefits that make the most sense for you and your family
Your benefits will include the following: Health Plan, Savings Plan, Paid Time Off and Additional Benefits including Education Assistance, Training and Development, 9/80 Work Schedule (where available), and much more Northrop Grumman has approximately 90,000 employees in all 50 states and in more than 27 countries
We strive to attract and retain the best employees by providing an inclusive work environment wherein employees are receptive to diverse ideas, perspectives, and talents to help solve our toughest customer challenges: to develop and maintain some of the most technically sophisticated products, programs, and services in the world
Our Values
The women and men of Northrop Grumman Corporation are guided by Our Values
They describe our company as we want it to be
We want our decisions and actions to demonstrate these Values
We believe that putting
Our Values into practice creates long-term benefits for shareholders, customers, employees, suppliers, and the communities we serve
Our Responsibility
At Northrop Grumman, we are committed to maintaining the highest of ethical standards, embracing diversity and inclusion, protecting the environment, and striving to be an ideal corporate citizen in the community and in the world
Salary Range: $83,300 - $124,900 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 an

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