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Engineer Industrial/Principal Engineer Industrial

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San Diego, CA
83K-155K Annually
Senior level
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San Diego, CA
83K-155K Annually
Senior level
Industrial Engineer responsible for optimizing manufacturing flow, lead times, throughput, work-in-process, costs, and facility layouts. The role develops models, metrics, and visualizations; performs time studies; supports digital transformation; improves production methods; and collaborates with IT, ERP, analytics, and cross-functional manufacturing teams. Candidates may be hired at Industrial Engineer or Principal Industrial Engineer level and must be eligible for a Secret clearance.
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RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available

CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: No

CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret

TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the TimeDescription

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 has an opening for an Industrial Engineer or Principal Industrial Engineer (may be hired at either level) to join our team of qualified, diverse individuals in San Diego, CA.


What You Will Get To Do:


The Industrial Engineering Team is an integral part of day-to-day operations and routinely works alongside many of the other organizations here in San Diego. This is a team that comes together to learn, collaborate, and overcome challenges in a fast-paced environment. We are looking for applicants that enjoy working with and learning from their peers and are not afraid to jump in and make a difference!


Responsibilities will include:


  • Analyzes lead times, queue times, work-in-process, cycle times, and throughput to meet customer demand most effectively and efficiently
  • Builds scalable and sustainable models to optimize product flow, while incorporating cost, schedule, and resource constraints
  • Incorporates complex interdependencies within a system to account for the interaction of multiple cost centers, programs, equipment, and tools
  • Communicates requirements planning and systems framework with IT, ERP, business analytics, and data science teams
  • Guides digital transformation efforts to align with sector and enterprise strategies
  • Leads and drives positive change using iterative and agile methodologies
  • Creates new metrics and data visualizations to monitor shop floor performance
  • Complete time studies and follow through with action items resulting from the study
  • Analyzes and designs sequence of operations and work flow to improve efficiencies in plant and production facilities and equipment layouts; and establishes methods for maximum utilization of production facilities and personnel.
  • May establish or assist in establishing accident prevention measures and may manage training programs for personnel concerning all phases of production operations.
  • Conducts studies pertaining to cost control, cost reduction, inventory control, and production record systems. On the basis of these studies, develops and implements plans and programs for facility modifications and revisions to operating methods. May assist facilities engineers in the planning and design of facilities.

 Qualifications:


Basic Qualifications for Industrial Engineer (level 2): 


  • Bachelor's of Science degree in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Math) with a minimum of 2 years of Industrial Engineering experience in a manufacturing production environment; OR a Master’s of Science degree ; OR a minimum of 6 years of Engineering experience in a manufacturing production environment in lieu of degree.
  • Minimum 1 year of experience with data mining, data analysis, or data visualization software applications e.g. Excel, Tableau, etc.
  • Minimum 1 year of experience with EVMS (Earned Value Management System)
  • Ability to obtain and maintain US Secret Security Clearance and Special Program Access
  • US Citizenship

Basic Qualifications for Principal Industrial Engineer (level 3): 


  • Bachelor's of Science degree in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Math) with a minimum of 5 years of Industrial Engineering experience in a manufacturing production environment; OR a Master’s of Science degree with a minimum of 3 years of Industrial Engineering experience in a manufacturing production environment ; OR a minimum of 9 years of Engineering experience in a manufacturing production environment in lieu of degree.
  • Minimum 1 year of experience with data mining, data analysis, or data visualization software applications e.g. Excel, Tableau, etc.
  • Minimum 1 year of experience with EVMS (Earned Value Management System)
  • Ability to obtain and maintain US Secret Security Clearance and Special Program Access
  • US Citizenship

Preferred Qualifications for both levels (level 2 and level 3):


  • At least 2 years of demonstrated experience leading project teams
  • Experience working with cross-functional teams in a manufacturing environment
  • Experience with improving manufacturing workflow using optimization, modeling, or simulation methods
  • Experience with agile methods of project management or development
  • Strong experience designing visualizations in Tableau in a professional work environment

What We Can Offer You:

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!

Primary Level Salary Range: $83,400.00 - $125,200.00Secondary Level Salary Range: $103,600.00 - $155,400.00

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.

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