Manufacturing Operations Engineer

2 weeks ago


Baltimore, Maryland, United States Northrop Grumman Full time

Join Northrop Grumman's Innovative Team

At Northrop Grumman, we offer our employees exceptional opportunities to engage in groundbreaking systems that influence lives globally, both now and in the future.

Our commitment to innovation has positioned us at the forefront of significant technological milestones in our nation's journey—from pioneering transatlantic flights to stealth technology and lunar exploration.

We seek individuals with bold ideas, courage, and a pioneering mindset to collaborate in shaping the future while enjoying the journey.

Our culture thrives on intellectual curiosity, diverse perspectives, and the authenticity of our workforce, driven by an unyielding ambition to achieve what others deem impossible.

Our team members are not just witnesses to history; they are actively creating it.

Role Overview

Northrop Grumman's Manufacturing Operations Engineering division is looking for an Associate Manufacturing Process Engineer (T1) or a Manufacturing Process Engineer (T2) to enhance the Bonding Operations sector within the Surface-Mount Technology (SMT) cell.

Key Responsibilities

  • Process Development: Innovate and refine manufacturing processes with an emphasis on cost-effectiveness.
  • Process Monitoring: Establish methods for monitoring processes utilizing both existing and novel interfaces.
  • Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work with diverse teams to generate new data, software, and database solutions to meet current and future manufacturing demands.
  • ROI Justification: Provide justifications for process enhancements based on return on investment.
  • Equipment Procurement: Identify and acquire new manufacturing equipment, ensuring readiness for production with a focus on machine integration and data collection.
  • Process Optimization: Develop and refine process parameters, documentation, and work instructions.

Factory Support:

  • Assist in optimizing process monitoring to enhance yields, reduce costs, and improve process stability.
  • Collaborate with floor personnel to troubleshoot technical challenges, particularly in IT and human/machine interfaces.
  • Recommend and implement quality enhancements based on performance metrics.
  • Create and maintain automated equipment programs.
  • Support the training of new staff and contribute to the development of operator training materials.
  • Assist maintenance teams in troubleshooting and repairing process equipment.
  • Engage with equipment vendors to resolve issues.

Design Support:

  • Advise on product design improvements necessary for advanced microelectronics production.
  • Document cutting-edge process capabilities and guidelines for product designers.
  • Participate in design reviews to ensure manufacturability of new products.

Qualifications

Basic Qualifications for Associate Manufacturing Process Engineer:

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related STEM field.
  • Minimum of 3 months relevant post-Bachelor's experience (or none with a Master's degree).
  • Hands-on manufacturing experience (academic experience may be considered).
  • Proficiency in MS Office applications.

Basic Qualifications for Manufacturing Process Engineer:

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related STEM field.
  • At least 2 years of relevant professional experience (or none with a Master's degree).
  • Hands-on manufacturing experience (academic experience may be considered).
  • Proficiency in MS Office applications.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Hands-on manufacturing experience.
  • Familiarity with Lean Six Sigma methodologies.
  • Knowledge of microelectronics technologies and materials.
  • Experience with bonding materials and processes.
  • Understanding of J-STD and MIL-STD requirements and Space Class hardware standards.

Compensation and Benefits:

The salary range for this position is competitive and reflects the responsibilities and qualifications required. Northrop Grumman offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, life and disability coverage, a savings plan, paid holidays, and vacation time.

Northrop Grumman is dedicated to fostering a diverse workforce and is proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.

For more information on our commitment to diversity and inclusion, please visit our website.

U.S. Citizenship is required for most positions.



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