Material Process Engineer

2 weeks ago


Manhattan Beach, California, United States Northrop Grumman Full time
Job Summary

We are seeking a highly skilled Material Process Engineer - EEE Component Engineer to join our team at Northrop Grumman. As a key member of our engineering organization, you will be responsible for designing, developing, and implementing high-reliability cable harnesses for our space-flight electronic assemblies.

Key Responsibilities
  • Design and develop cable harnesses for power distribution, RF, communication, and high-speed data signal applications
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance with industry standards and regulations
  • Develop and maintain part, material, and process specifications for cable harnesses
  • Support design engineering with proper part selection, application, and alternative part selection
  • Participate in resolving design, manufacturing, or supplier technical issues
  • Support anomaly investigations and failure analysis
  • Create test plans and procedures
  • Deliver briefings to update the team and management
Requirements
  • Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Chemistry, Material Science, or other STEM degree
  • 5+ years of relevant experience in the design, assembly, and integration of cable harnesses
  • Familiarity with industry cable and harness standards: IPC/WHMA-A-620, NASA-STD, and AS50881
  • Knowledge of harness fabrication, component (back-shell, connector, cable, and wire) selection and installation processes
  • Familiarity with EMI/RF principles and their application to harness shielding
  • Parts, materials, and processes support to electrical harness for power distribution, RF, communication, and high-speed data signal applications
  • Practical working experience with supporting ongoing design of space-flight electronic assemblies
  • Demonstrated knowledge in parts, materials, and process selection, manufacturing support, failure analysis, and processing of materials for air or space hardware
  • Ability to obtain or currently possess a DoD Secret clearance
Preferred Qualifications
  • Advanced degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Chemistry, or Material Science
  • Experience with launch vehicle or spacecraft systems
  • Experience with preparing and presenting oral and written reports
  • Experience in developing and maintaining parts, materials, and process specifications
  • Familiarity with PM&P requirements per Aerospace TOR/-5236
  • Strong electrical/mechanical design and integration skills using 3D CAD software
  • Active, in-scope DoD Top Secret and/or SCI clearance
What We Offer
  • Competitive salary range: $97,500 - $146,300
  • Discretionary bonus
  • Long-term incentives
  • Comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, life and disability insurance, savings plan, and paid time off
Equal Employment Opportunity

Northrop Grumman is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from diverse candidates. We are committed to creating an inclusive work environment that values diversity, equity, and inclusion.



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