Material/Process Engineer

5 days ago

Charlotte, North Carolina, United States Northrop Grumman Full time $77,600 - $116,400
RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance availableCLEARANCE TYPE: NoneTRAVEL: NoDescriptionAt 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. Our pioneering and inventive spirit has enabled us to be at the forefront of many technological advancements in our nation's history - from the first flight across the Atlantic Ocean, to stealth bombers, to landing on the moon. 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. Our employees are not only part of history, they're making history.

An organization within Northrop Grumman's, SYNOPTICS is the world-wide leader in the growth, fabrication, and coating of crystalline materials used in laser systems. These "solid-state" laser crystals are used in products ranging from medical lasers to military laser systems.

The Charlotte facility has been operating for over 40 years in the laser industry and has developed the reputation of providing the highest quality products with timely deliveries.

Within the facility, solid-state oxide and fluoride crystals are grown from a high-temperature melt. SYNOPTICS has full optical fabrication capabilities for various plano and spherical geometries. SYNOPTICS serves the photonics and optics industry across the globe.

Learn more about SYNOPTICS at our website:

This position will be for a Material/Process Engineer located in Charlotte, NC.

Duties/Responsibilities:

  • Develop crystal growth processes for materials new to SYNOPTICS. 

  • Work with manufacturing personnel to develop, improve, document, and transition new processes to manufacturing.

  • Developing a thorough understanding of the current crystal growth techniques at SYNOPTICS.

  • Some sustaining engineering duties will be assigned in which the engineer will be responsible for an established growth process including data collection, process control, designed experiments, process documentation, and operator training. 

  • Written documentation will be required for new processes and process improvements.

  • Participate in process improvement projects as a team member or lead and technical training for manufacturing employees (training may require some shift flexibility on a limited basis.)

  • Participate in developing new business opportunities which may include responding to government solicitations and attending/presenting at technical conferences.

Basic Qualifications:

  • BS in Materials Science, Physics, Chemistry, or a related Engineering field with 2 years Engineering experience is required, MS or PhD is preferred.

  • Crystal Growth or materials processing and synthesis experience with specific knowledge of solidification principles, intrinsic growth defect formation, understanding phase diagrams, and solid-liquid chemistry of oxide systems is required.

  • A strong grasp on engineering principles is required

  • Knowledge of Six Sigma and Lean Manufacturing techniques is beneficial

  • Must be a self-starter and have excellent analytical skills as well as good verbal and written communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Experience in solid state crystal growth is preferred

Hazardous Materials:

Hydrochloric, Sulfuric, and Phosphoric Acids; Acetone, Methanol

Primary Level Salary Range: $77, $116,400.00The 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.Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and 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 and/or personal business.The application period for the job is estimated to be 20 days from the job posting date. However, this timeline may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates.Northrop Grumman is an Equal Opportunity 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. For our complete EEO and pay transparency statement, please visit U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.

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