Senior Principal Materials Engineer

3 weeks ago


San Diego, California, United States Northrop Grumman Full time
Job Summary:

We are seeking a highly skilled Sr. Principal Materials & Processes Engineer (M&P) to join our team at Northrop Grumman Aeronautics Systems. As a key member of our team, you will be responsible for leading the technical development and implementation of materials and processes for our military aircraft programs.

Responsibilities:

Serve as the technical lead for the metallics functional area, reviewing technical change requests for feasibility, risk, and impact.
Recommend and support the selection, qualification, testing, and failure analysis of metallic materials and processes for military aircraft.
Use independent advanced knowledge and ideas to guide the development and implementation of technical solutions to highly complex problems.
Generate test plans and reports, including Material and Processes Substantiating Data and Analysis Test Plans/Reports, Corrosion Control Plans.
Develop and analyze materials and their related fabrication and application processes for use in engineering design of structures, systems, and subsystems.
Work with design engineers in the selection and application of metallic materials systems, including metallic mechanical parts, surface finishes, and protective coatings, sealants, EEE components, and supporting hardware.
Participate in anomaly resolution by supporting Material Review Board (MRB) and providing non-conformance and failure analysis assessments.
Perform root cause analysis of material failures and provide effective solutions to production metallic issues.
Review and approve engineering drawings.
Participate in and lead technical discussions with Subcontractors and Customers as needed to support the resolution of complex material and processes challenges.
Support Subcontractors with metallic part/material requirements interpretation and review of Subcontractor Data Requirements Lists (SDRLs).
Review and approve subcontractors' planning for compliance with Program's materials and process requirements.
Provide technical guidance to early-mid career materials and process engineers in support of skill/knowledge development within materials and process community.
May travel to Subcontractor or Customer locations.

Requirements:

Bachelor's Degree in a STEM discipline from an accredited university and 8 years of related experience OR a Master's Degree with 6 years of related experience OR a PhD with 3 years of related experience.
Related experience which includes developing and maintaining parts, materials, and process specifications (e.g., in metallics, sealants, and coatings, mechanical).
Ability to obtain a DOD Secret clearance within a reasonable period of time, as determined by the company to meet its business needs (US citizenship is a pre-requisite).

Preferred Qualifications:

Master's Degree in Materials Science, Chemistry, or Mechanical Engineering from an accredited institution.
Active DoD Secret clearance granted or renewed within the last 6 years or is enrolled in continuous evaluation.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to collaborate in a team environment.
Ability to prioritize multiple responsibilities and/or accomplish them simultaneously.
Ability to comprehend and analyze complex problems and develop solutions.
Experience with military specs and standards.
Experience interfacing with a military customer.

Salary Range:
$133,000 - $199,600

Northrop Grumman is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action 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.

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