Sentinel Principal / Sr Principal Manufacturing Engineer - 19058

Relocation assistance may be available. This position requires an active U.S. Government DoD Secret security clearance at time of application, with the ability to obtain and maintain Special Access Program (SAP) approval. Travel is required, up to 25% of the time (may occasionally reach 50%).

About the role

Northrop Grumman Defense Systems is seeking a Principal / Sr Principal Manufacturing Engineer to support the Sentinel program in Roy, UT. The team member will identify manufacturing risk within internal and supplier manufacturing processes to ensure required quality, cost, and schedule targets are met. This role coordinates cross-functional manufacturing readiness assessments, evaluates manufacturing capability/capacity, identifies manufacturing risks, and develops/maintains manufacturing readiness level (MRL) status and maturation plans across the product lifecycle.

This engineer will work closely with program managers, supplier management teams, suppliers, and various internal functions to ensure comprehensive assessments are held and results are reported to program leadership. The ideal candidate will have excellent written/verbal communication skills, the ability to develop long-term planning, and be conversant in multiple engineering disciplines.

Responsibilities

• Identify manufacturing risks within internal and supplier manufacturing processes.
• Coordinate cross-functional manufacturing readiness assessments.
• Evaluate manufacturing capability and capacity.
• Develop and maintain manufacturing readiness level (MRL) status and maturation plans.
• Collaborate with program managers, supplier management teams, suppliers, and internal functions.
• Report assessment results to program leadership.
• Review bills of materials, engineering designs, and GD&T.
• Interface directly with suppliers and support Supplier Management Teams.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field (or higher).
• Principal Manufacturing Engineer: 5 years of work experience with a Bachelor’s; 3 years with a Master’s; 1 year with a PhD.
• Senior Principal Manufacturing Engineer: 8 years of work experience with a Bachelor’s; 6 years with a Master’s; 4 years with a PhD.
• Demonstrated success working cross-functionally and within multi-disciplinary teams.
• Experience gauging supplier readiness through a structured framework.
• Comprehensive background in aerospace, defense, or related manufacturing.
• Experience interfacing directly with suppliers and collaborating with Supplier Management Teams.
• Skilled in using Microsoft Office Products (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, MS-Project).
• Active U.S. Government DoD Secret security clearance at time of application, with the ability to obtain and maintain Special Access Program (SAP) approval.

Preferred Qualifications

• Ability to lead projects requiring cross-functional teams.
• Experience performing or supporting Manufacturing Readiness Assessments.
• Familiarity with the Dept. of Defense Manufacturing Readiness Level Deskbook.
• Understanding of the acquisition lifecycle and associated Major Program Events.
• Previous experience on EMD projects or aerospace/defense programs.
• Strong leadership and mentorship skills.
• Experience interfacing directly with external customers.
• Direct experience supporting a Contractual Deliverable Requirement List (CDRL).
• Experience supporting manufacturing plans and process instructions.
• Ability to summarize and explain technical documentation, specifications, and industry requirements.
• Excellent organizational, time-management, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Proven track record of monitoring KPIs to drive execution.
• Knowledge of supplier quality requirements such as AS9100, AS9102, and AS9103.
• Experience influencing change across team boundaries.
• Understanding of Lean Six Sigma and exposure to continuous improvement and RCCA.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage.
• 401k retirement plan.
• Educational assistance.
• Life insurance.
• Employee Assistance Programs & Work/Life Solutions.
• Paid Time Off.
• Health & Wellness resources.
• Employee discounts.

Pay

Primary Level Salary Range: $89,400.00 - $134,200.00

Secondary Level Salary Range: $111,700.00 - $167,500.00

Base salary offers consider factors such as scope, responsibilities, experience, education, skills, and market conditions. Employees may also be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and discretionary bonuses. Annual bonuses reward individual contributions and company results. Vice President or Director positions may be eligible for Long Term Incentives.

Schedule

This position follows a 9/80 work schedule, allowing employees who work a nine-hour day Monday through Thursday to take every other Friday off.