Manufacturing Engineer

Northrop Grumman

Last Updated: 10/20/2026 5:23:21 PM

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Current Days Open
16
Reqs Seen
2
Current Min Salary
$119,400.00 (Yearly)
Current Max Salary
$119,400.00 (Yearly)
Historical Time to Fill
7
First Seen
4/8/2025
Lowest Min Salary Seen
$77,600.00 (Yearly)
4/14/2025
Highest Max Salary Seen
$119,400.00 (Yearly)
10/20/2026

Full Job Description

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: No CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the Time Description At 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. Northrop Grumman Mission Systems is a trusted provider of mission-enabling solutions for global security. We have a wide portfolio of secure, affordable, integrated, and multi-domain systems and technologies. Our differentiated battle management and cyber solutions deliver timely, mission-enabling information and provide superior situational awareness and understanding to protect the U.S. and its global allies. Northrop Grumman Mission Systems is looking for you to join our team as a Manufacturing Engineer based out of Elkridge, MD. The LCSO team supports electronic testing and repair operations for multiple programs for both DoD and foreign military customers. The LCSO executes low volume production; typically, production of spare LRUs, prototype manufacturing; developing one-off components, systems or test sets to support engineering development, and full systems integration for products. We are looking for someone that excels at multi-tasking in a fast paced, dynamic environment with high visibility. What Youll Get to Do: Designs manufacturing processes, procedures and production layouts for assemblies, equipment installation, processing, machining and material handling. Develop process documentation for new and existing systems Bonding, Mechanical Fabrication, Coating, and Additive Manufacturing Work with the chief engineer to develop repair procedures Evaluate incoming production for feasibility and process definition Define fabrication process based on component features; materials and dimensions Create and maintain work instructions Designs sequence of operations and specify procedures for the fabrication of tools and equipment and other functions that affect product performance. Develop equipment maintenance and provide an interface to BWI for equipment maintenance Assist with the maintenance of the environmental test equipment Work with the Industrial Engineering group to support routing development and other IE activities Support ongoing expansion of LCSO; multiple moves and build outs, provide an interface to facilities Designs arrangement of machines within plant facilities to ensure most efficient and productive layout. Providing supplier support, as needed, to resolve issues within supply base Providing Request for Proposal (RFP) input specifically as it relates to Non-Recurring Engineering (NRE) requirement such as tooling, capital equipment and/or new process development Basic Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related STEM field with 2 years of experience working in a Manufacturing environment. Masters degree in Engineering or related STEM field Experience using a CAD software for Drafting/Modeling Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government Secret Security Clearance U.S. citizenship required Preferred Qualifications: Familiarity with J-STD and MIL-STD requirements 3D modeling experience in Unigraphics/NX Machining Experience with the Teamcenter Manufacturing tool suite and Manufacturing Process Planning Familiarity with Statistical Process Control (SPC), and 6 sigma concepts for process development and control Knowledge of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) Northrop Grumman provides a comprehensive benefits package and a work environment which encourages your growth and supports the mutual success of our people and our company. Northrop Grumman benefits give you the flexibility and control to choose the benefits that make the most sense for you and your family. Your benefits will include the following: Health Plan, Savings Plan, Paid Time Off and Additional Benefits including Education Assistance, Training and Development, 9/80 Work Schedule (where available), and much more! #MFGCMP #MIL Primary Level Salary Range: $79,600.00 - $119,400.00 The 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 http://www.northropgrumman.com/EEO. U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions. Existing Applicants: Need to update your contact information or email address? Once logged in, click on Candidate Home in the upper right corner and scroll to the bottom of that screen to see buttons for: Update Contact information to update your legal name, address, and phone number Edit Account Settings to edit your email address We are a pioneering company. With careers across all areas: air, cyber, land, sea and space our 90,000 employees work as one to defend and define the future. Northrop Grumman careers and internships are as varied as your interests, with a lifetime of potential that will give you every opportunity to do your best work. Working together with people from many backgrounds, personal passions and disciplines, we share a drive to push the boundaries of science, technology and engineering to meet the ever evolving needs of our customers worldwide.

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