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Northrop Grumman

Sr. Principal Commodity Engineer - Mechanisms

Redondo Beach, CA

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Northrop Grumman Strategic Space Systems has an opening for a Sr Principal Commodity Engineer - Mechanisms to join our Commodity Engineering team of qualified, diverse individuals. This position will be located in Redondo Beach, CA.

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The Commodity Engineering Team (CET) is responsible for supply base technical management related to the acquisition of Space mechanism and mechanical hardware needs. This highly visible position requires a motivated self-starter with a Space mechanism and manufacturing background with excellent interpersonal skills to respond to program customer needs and concerns. The candidate will require in depth knowledge of at least one of the following Space commodities: Motor, Bearings, Resolvers, Harmonic Drives or Mechanical assemblies and associated materials and processes. Candidate will be expected to work effectively with Programs, Mechanism Engineering and Materials & Processes (M&P) organizations to help resolve requirement and technical supplier challenges, as well as support successful execution with Global Supply Chain and Supplier Quality organizations.

Responsibilities include providing producibility reviews, technical evaluations of supplier proposals and supporting internal processes associated with program part selection, qualification and approval. CET is also responsible for supplier capability approvals, capacity assessment, management of work transfers and stand up of suppliers, as well as performance monitoring. Support communication and alignment of suppliers with programs technology developments. Candidate is expected to have the ability to work both independently and within a team demonstrating the ability to multi-task and communicate effectively with varying levels of program customers and functional organization leadership.

Travel required up to 25%.

Qualifications:

Basic Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's Degree in a STEM (Science, Technical, Engineering, or Mathematical) field with 9 years of experience in an Engineering or Manufacturing role (13 years of experience in lieu of a degree); OR 7 years with a Masters Degree in STEM; OR 4 years with a PhD.
  • Demonstrated experience to formulate and execute technical solutions to complex part, assembly, and process engineering challenges
  • Demonstrated experience with interpretation of engineering specifications, schematics and drawings into manufacturing processes
  • Demonstrated experience using SAP, Windows software packages, and other electronic databases
  • Ability to obtain and maintain a SCI clearance
Preferred Qualifications:
  • Mechanism/Component/Commodity Engineering experience
  • Experience with fabrication techniques for Space Motors, Bearings, Resolvers, Harmonic Drives or Mechanical assemblies and associated materials and processes
  • Project Management experience
  • Knowledge of FAR & DFAR requirements
  • Knowledge of ISO 9001/AS9100 requirements
  • Active DoD Secret, Top Secret or SCI clearance
Northrop Grumman is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action 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/AA and Pay Transparency statement, please visit www.northropgrumman.com/EEO. U.S. Citizenship is required for most positions.

Job ID: NorthropGrumman-20023924
Employment Type: Other

Perks and Benefits

  • Health and Wellness

    • Health Insurance
    • Dental Insurance
    • Vision Insurance
    • Life Insurance
    • Short-Term Disability
    • Long-Term Disability
    • HSA
    • HSA With Employer Contribution
    • On-Site Gym
    • Pet Insurance
    • Mental Health Benefits
    • Virtual Fitness Classes
  • Parental Benefits

    • Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
    • Non-Birth Parent or Paternity Leave
    • Fertility Benefits
    • Adoption Assistance Program
    • Family Support Resources
    • Adoption Leave
  • Work Flexibility

    • Flexible Work Hours
    • Remote Work Opportunities
    • Hybrid Work Opportunities
    • Four-Day Work Week
  • Office Life and Perks

    • Commuter Benefits Program
    • Company Outings
    • On-Site Cafeteria
    • Holiday Events
  • Vacation and Time Off

    • Paid Vacation
    • Paid Holidays
    • Sabbatical
    • Leave of Absence
  • Financial and Retirement

    • 401(K)
    • 401(K) With Company Matching
    • Performance Bonus
    • Relocation Assistance
    • Financial Counseling
    • Profit Sharing
  • Professional Development

    • Tuition Reimbursement
    • Promote From Within
    • Mentor Program
    • Shadowing Opportunities
    • Access to Online Courses
    • Lunch and Learns
    • Internship Program
    • Leadership Training Program
    • Associate or Rotational Training Program
  • Diversity and Inclusion

    • Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program
    • Employee Resource Groups (ERG)
    • Woman founded/led

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