Principal Material Process Engineer
Not Disclosed•Full-TimeOn-site
location_on4609, South 2525 West, Roy, Weber County, Utah, 84067, United States
About Northrop Grumman
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.
About the Role
Northrop Grumman's Defense Systems sector is seeking a Principal Material Process Engineer to join the Sentinel program in Roy, UT. This role sits at the intersection of design application and manufacturing control, ensuring streamlined risk identification and mitigation for weapon systems and equipment. You will operate within an overarching Systems Engineering framework, developing comprehensive strategies for large-scale aerospace and ground control system component manufacturing.
In this position, you will work independently to provide innovative technical solutions to complex problems, utilizing literature review and testing as appropriate. A key part of your day involves creating, analyzing, and producing roadmaps, impact reports, and issue reports to present data to stakeholders, customers, and upper management. You will maintain close coordination with several integrated product teams, collaborating with systems engineers, design engineers, project managers, and reliability engineers to establish clear traceability between part/material design documentation and system performance.
The role requires a willingness to work onsite in manufacturing settings, including clean rooms or hazardous areas, and involves up to 15% domestic travel for supplier visits, audits, and technical briefings. The standard work schedule is a 9/80 plan, allowing employees who work a nine-hour day Monday through Thursday to take every other Friday off.
Hiring Process & Application
The application period for this job is estimated to be 20 days from the job posting date, though this timeline may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates. We encourage you to apply as soon as possible to be considered for this opportunity.
Equal Opportunity Employer
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. U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.
Work location
Work model: On-site
4609, South 2525 West, Roy, Weber County, Utah, 84067, United States
Roy, Utah
Key Responsibilities
- check_circlePerform full spectrum design application parts management tasks to ensure streamlined risk identification and mitigation
- check_circleCollaborate with systems engineers and design engineers to establish clear design documentation traceability
- check_circleWork independently to provide innovative technical solutions using literature review and testing
- check_circleDevelop comprehensive manufacturing control and cost saving analysis strategies for large scale aerospace components
- check_circleCreate, analyze, and produce roadmaps, impact reports, and issue reports for stakeholders and upper management
- check_circleResearch specifications and standards to support part, material, and process engineering processes across suppliers
- check_circleCoordinate with integrated product teams to provide detailed status updates to program leadership
Requirements
- verifiedBachelor's degree in STEM with 5 years experience (or 3 with Master's, 1 with PhD)
- verifiedU.S. citizen
- verifiedDoD Secret and SAP clearance
- verifiedProficient reading of technical drawings and 3D models
- verifiedKnowledge of material properties, process controls, failure modes, and traceability
- verifiedFamiliarity with DoD/aerospace standards (e.g., MIL-STD-11991, MIL-STD-3018)
- verifiedExperience with MIL-STD or industry machining, welding, soldering, electronic assembly, cable-harness fabrication, coating/surface-treatment
- verifiedWillingness to work onsite in manufacturing settings
- verifiedUp to 15% domestic travel
Nice to Have
Degree in Industrial, Manufacturing, Electrical, Welding, Chemical or Materials Engineering. Strong interest in material properties, semiconductors, corrosion, or metallurgy. Experience with test-plan authoring, review, and approval of materials and processes. Hands-on experience with APQP, PPAP, and control-plan development. Machining expertise with GD&T (ASME Y14.5-2023/ISO 1101-2023), surface-finish standards (ISO 1302/ASME B46.1), and material specs (ASTM, AISI/SAE, ISO 4949). AWS welding certification; soldering and electronic-assembly knowledge (IPC-J-STD-001, IPC-A-610, IPC-2221/2222, MIL-STD-883). Knowledge of cable-harness fabrication standards (IPC/WHMA-A-620, MIL-STD-196). Coating-system qualification experience (ISO 12944-5, ASTM B117, MIL-PRF-23377, MIL-PRF-32239, MIL-DTL-53022). Ability to obtain and maintain DoD Top-Secret clearance. Proven oral and written skills with experience presenting to high-value customers and managing multiple projects. Experience in high-urgency, strong work ethic, and agile environments (JIRA). Certifications such as ASQ Certified Quality Engineer, Six-Sigma Green/Black Belt, or Certified Reliability Engineer (CRE).
Benefits & Perks
check_circleRelocation assistance packagecheck_circleMedical, Dental & Vision coveragecheck_circle401k retirement plancheck_circleEducational AssistanceLife Insurance
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Skills, education and keywords
Skills: Systems Engineering, Fmea, Do D Secret, Sap, Military Standard, Mil-STD-11991, Mil-STD-3018, Doe, Qa, Machining.
Education: Bachelor's degree in STEM required with 5 years experience; Master's degree in STEM accepted with 3 years experience; PhD in STEM accepted with 1 year experience.
Frequently asked questions about Principal Material Process Engineer at Northrop Grumman
What does a Principal Material Process Engineer at Northrop Grumman do?expand_more
A Principal Material Process Engineer at Northrop Grumman is responsible for the following: Perform full spectrum design application parts management tasks to ensure streamlined risk identification and mitigation; Collaborate with systems engineers and design engineers to establish clear design documentation traceability; Work independently to provide innovative technical solutions using literature review and testing; and Develop comprehensive manufacturing control and cost saving analysis strategies for large scale aerospace components.
What are the requirements for this Principal Material Process Engineer role?expand_more
To qualify for the Principal Material Process Engineer at Northrop Grumman position, applicants should have: Bachelor's degree in STEM with 5 years experience (or 3 with Master's, 1 with PhD); U.S. citizen; DoD Secret and SAP clearance; Proficient reading of technical drawings and 3D models; Knowledge of material properties, process controls, failure modes, and traceability; and Familiarity with DoD/aerospace standards (e.g., MIL-STD-11991, MIL-STD-3018).
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Principal Material Process Engineer at Northrop Grumman is based in 4609, South 2525 West, Roy, Weber County, Utah, 84067, United States. This is a on-site role.
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Northrop Grumman has listed this Principal Material Process Engineer role as on-site.
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Principal Material Process Engineer at Northrop Grumman typically requires 1+ years of relevant experience at the senior level.
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Key skills for Principal Material Process Engineer at Northrop Grumman include Systems Engineering; Fmea; Do D Secret; Sap; Military Standard; Mil-STD-11991; Mil-STD-3018; and Doe.
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Educational requirements for this role: Bachelor's degree in STEM required with 5 years experience; Master's degree in STEM accepted with 3 years experience; and PhD in STEM accepted with 1 year experience.
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Principal Material Process Engineer at Northrop Grumman is part of the engineering job category on Recrutus.
About Northrop Grumman
Northrop Grumman, a defense and space manufacturing company headquartered in Falls Church, VA, delivers advanced technology solutions to global customers. The company specializes in autonomous systems, cybersecurity, C4ISR, strike capabilities, space systems, and logistics modernization. Its work spans defense, aerospace, and intelligence sectors, addressing critical challenges from undersea to outer space and across cyberspace.
The organization emphasizes innovation and collaboration, fostering a culture where employees contribute to global security through cutting-edge research and development. Northrop Grumman supports professional growth with training programs, employee resource groups, and benefits designed to promote well-being. Career opportunities span engineering, IT, manufacturing, business management, and cybersecurity.
As an Equal Opportunity Employer, Northrop Grumman recruits without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or other protected characteristics. All roles requiring U.S. government clearance mandate citizenship. Job seekers can explore openings and verify recruiter legitimacy through the official careers site at jobs.northropgrumman.com/careers. Additional details on employment practices are available at http://www.northropgrumman.com/EEO.
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