Principal Field Engineer

5 days ago


Roy, Utah, United States Northrop Grumman Full time
About the Role

We are seeking a highly skilled Principal Field Engineer or Senior Principal Field Engineer to join our team at Northrop Grumman. This is an exciting opportunity to work on the deployment of Intercontinental Ballistic Missiles, a critical component of our nation's defense system.

Key Responsibilities
  • Lead the deployment planning and execution of Intercontinental Ballistic Missiles at various locations.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including manufacturing engineering, logistics, and operations, to ensure successful deployment.
  • Provide technical leadership and guidance to teams during physical installs of ground segment and weapons systems operations.
  • Develop and mature plans required to deploy to the field, including conducting site surveys and assessments.
  • Build briefings for leadership on status and develop and review field installation instructions.
  • Work closely with the Military/Government customer and internal Northrop Grumman engineering teams to ensure successful deployment.
  • Assist and develop proficiency with performance of other engineering and operational duties as required.
  • Provide recommendations and optimization of repair and overhaul processes by accomplishing studies and evaluations of engineering design throughout the sustainment of the program.
  • Troubleshoot technical problems and issues, determines technical solution.
  • Coordinate and be custodian of Field Executions inventory of materials and equipment to be used in the field.
  • Coordinate Deployment & Manufacturing vehicle fleet (track maintenance, conduct weekly inspections, manage reservations, etc.).
Requirements
  • Must have a Bachelor's degree in Science with 5 years of experience; or Master's degree with 3 years of experience; or PhD with 0 years of experience.
  • Must have experience in the sustainment of military systems and equipment.
  • Must have solid written and verbal skills to effectively interact with Government counterparts, other defense contractor organizations, and other cross-functional organizations.
  • Must be able to use engineering drawings for troubleshooting and use standard desktop computer and Windows based tools to produce or edit documents including drawings, plans, procedures and reports.
  • Must be a U.S. Citizen with an Active DoD Secret Clearance with an investigation date within the last 6 years.
  • Must have the ability to obtain Special Program Access (SAP).
  • A basic knowledge of the Microsoft Office Suite.
  • Candidate must be willing to work extended hours to meet deadlines.
  • Candidate will be required to perform physically demanding work outside, to include standing for long periods of time, crouching, exposure to elements, climbing ladders, and lifting up to 50 lbs.
Preferred Qualifications
  • Previous Northrop Grumman experience with Standard Policies and Procedures.
  • Experience working in several of the following engineering disciplines: Test Engineering, Field Engineering, Hardware Design, Manufacturing Engineering, Software Deployment, Cyber Security, and Network Engineering.
  • Knowledge of Agile principles.
  • Experience being deployed/TDY for extended periods.
  • Experience in planning for deployment of a weapons system.
  • Prior USAF - Missile Maintenance experience in the 2M0X1, 2M0X2, or 2M0X3 career field is highly desirable.
  • Experience working with deployed programs or related Defense systems.
  • Experience in military, government, commercial aerospace industry (e.g. aviation/equipment maintenance, aircraft operations, or commercial industrial technology companies).
What We Offer

As a full-time employee of Northrop Grumman Space 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 is located in Roy, UT and supports the Sentinel program. The 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.



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