RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available

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 seeking a Principal NDT Engineer to join our team in Sunnyvale, CA.

Our employees are not only part of history, they're making history. Our NDT team works daily on some of Northrop Grumman’s most technologically advanced products at our Maritime/Land Systems & Sensors Division. Bring your experience and take advantage of this opportunity to discover how you can start to push past possible and achieve your goals today. With Northrop Grumman, our NDT team enjoys a diverse, collaborative environment that is supportive to launch your career.  

What you will get to do:

Set-up and conduct non-destructive tests to include Magnetic Particle, Liquid Penetrant, Ultrasonic and Radiographic methods to determine acceptability. Establish testing procedures and methods, such as shooting sketches. Monitor manufacturing processes and operations, conduct tests and inspections to assure compliance. Weld visual inspection experience required. Train and certify Level II NDT Inspectors.

This position may specialize in the areas of design, product evaluation, metrology and/ or research and development as they apply to product or process quality.

Some travel may be required.

Basic Qualifications for the Principal NDT Engineer:

A bachelor’s degree and a minimum of 5 years of relevant manufacturing experience; OR a  High School Diploma/GED and 9 or more years of relevant manufacturing experienceExperience with complex part geometry welding inspection, machining processes, experience interpreting product specifications, customer purchase orders and military specifications for quality planning and management purposesExperience reading mechanical drawingsExperience navigating and administering production work orders and processing nonconforming material in an ERP environmentExperience conducting manufacturing process failure analyses and corrective action investigationsExperience working as a contributing member of an integrated manufacturing team.Non Destructive Test experienceAbility to obtain a DoD Secret clearanceU.S. Citizenship is a required

Preferred Qualifications for the Principal NDT Engineer: 

Certification in Multiple Non Destructive Inspection (NDI) Disciplines (UT, MT, PT, visual, dimensional, load tests, etc.)2 Year degree/certification from NDI Training InstitutionVT, PT, MT, UT, and RT Level III Certification PreferredASNT Level III certificationExperience with NSTP - 278, NSTP – 1688Experience with Phased Array technology

The ideal candidate:

Must be able to pass eye exam to startWill be able to be subject to areas which could cause various phobias due to height or close spacesMust be willing to work any shift, overtime or non-standard work schedule

Primary 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.