Sr Staff Engineer Tool at Northrop Grumman
Clearfield, UT 84015
About the Job
RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be availableCLEARANCE TYPE: SecretTRAVEL: Yes, 25% of the TimeDescriptionAt 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.At Northrop Grumman, we Define Possible
We are a passionate community of engineers and leaders, a creative community of scientists and researchers, a diverse community of human beings, all driven to pioneer the future.Northrop Grumman Aeronautics Systems is seeking a Sr
Staff Tooling Engineer to join our team of diverse professionals
This position will be located in Clearfield, UT.The Sr
Staff Tooling Engineer will report to a Tooling Engineering Manager and will:Drive daily operational tasks for the department, implementing and maintaining operational excellence.Help manage the department risks, issues, opportunities, and actions.Be responsible for supporting ongoing proposals and managing department initiatives.Support and mentor a team of engineers who design industrial machinery and equipment, tools, dies, gauges, jigs, fixtures, and machine attachments required for production or experimental use.Apply creativity and vision for the future that requires synthesis of related disciplines
Provide teams with internal and external knowledge of the technical industry and how it impacts the company
Serve as an expert for a significant technical area within the team
Demonstrate problem solving mastery of scientific theory and/or considerable innovation in identifying alternative approaches to problems
Regularly take a leadership role in providing insight and knowledge transfer to others on internal and external technical solutions to solve complex problems
Have discretion/latitude to serve as an authority on engineering principles and broad technical areas
Present technical solutions to senior leadership
Be known as an influencer of change
Provide impact as a technical leader, director and mentor to other technical employees in the application of engineering and scientific principles, tools and techniques to achieve practical end results
Develop advanced technological ideas and guide their development into a final product that has a direct impact on the sector
Contribute to priority initiatives critical to achievement of AOP and LRSP objectives
Serve as organization spokesperson on multiple advanced projects and/or programs that have a direct impact on the sector (both technical and non-technical)
Act as an advisor to management, co-workers and customers on advanced technical research studies and applications
Maintain critical external customer contact to understand and support their technical needs.Operational tasks include responding to requests for information, metrics, trainings, estimations, impacts, and other interdisciplinary support
The Sr
Staff Tooling Engineer will assist department managers in the development and implementation of departmental vision and strategies to drive employee engagement, development, training and retain talent.The Sr
Staff Tooling Engineer will also support department managers in working with programs to drive affordability, first time quality and cost competitiveness for all department related artifacts and indirect activities.KEY LEADERSHIP TRAITS:Unwavering ethics and values; trusted partnerExcellent organization and communication skillsStrong partner and team player; focused on organizational and team successCourageous; takes risks in ideas and actionsNever satisfied with status quo; always pushing for improvements and changeEmbraces ambiguityProven people leader.Ability to plan and execute projects to stringent technical, budget and schedule requirements.Solutions-oriented, balances qualitative and quantitative measures Our Leaders at Northrop Grumman live our values daily and encourage our teams to do the same
We do the right thing: upholding the highest ethical standards and facilitating a safe and respectful environment that attracts, retains, and inspires a diverse and engaged team
We do what we promise: holding yourself and others accountable to meet predictable and balanced results
We commit to shared success:operating as OneNG and removing barriers for our teams
Finally, We pioneer: setting a vision that shapes the future and inspires others.Basic Qualifications: Bachelor of Science degree in a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, or Math) field from an accredited institution and minimum of 12 years of engineering experience in an aerospace environment OR a Master of Science in a STEM field from an accredited institution and a minimum of 10 years of engineering experience or a PhD in a STEM field from an accredited institution and a minimum of 9 years of engineering experience in an aerospace environment.Minimum 7 years of experience in tool design, fabrication and integration activities.Demonstrated ability to lead a large tooling project from concept to completion.A current DoD Secret level security clearance, a periodic reinvestigation, or an original adjudication date completed within the last 5 years or continuous evaluation.Ability to obtain SAP access.Must be willing to travel up to 25% of the time.Preferred Qualifications: Master’s or PhD Degree in Engineering or Management.Excellent communication, interpersonal skills, and the ability to interface with all levels of employees and management.Demonstrated ability to plan and execute projects to deadlines.Knowledge of AS manufacturing processes, procedures and work instructions required to support both management and engineering tooling task execution.Minimum of 7 years experience with composites manufacturing in the aerospace industryExperience in Defense & Aerospace industry.Green or Black Belt Lean / Six Sigma training and experience.Top Secret level security clearance, a periodic reinvestigation, or an original adjudication date completed within the last 5 years or continuous evaluation.Program access to one or more NGAS programs of record.Salary Range: $143,800.00 - $215,600.00The 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.Employees may be eligible for 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 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
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.At Northrop Grumman, we Define Possible
We are a passionate community of engineers and leaders, a creative community of scientists and researchers, a diverse community of human beings, all driven to pioneer the future.Northrop Grumman Aeronautics Systems is seeking a Sr
Staff Tooling Engineer to join our team of diverse professionals
This position will be located in Clearfield, UT.The Sr
Staff Tooling Engineer will report to a Tooling Engineering Manager and will:Drive daily operational tasks for the department, implementing and maintaining operational excellence.Help manage the department risks, issues, opportunities, and actions.Be responsible for supporting ongoing proposals and managing department initiatives.Support and mentor a team of engineers who design industrial machinery and equipment, tools, dies, gauges, jigs, fixtures, and machine attachments required for production or experimental use.Apply creativity and vision for the future that requires synthesis of related disciplines
Provide teams with internal and external knowledge of the technical industry and how it impacts the company
Serve as an expert for a significant technical area within the team
Demonstrate problem solving mastery of scientific theory and/or considerable innovation in identifying alternative approaches to problems
Regularly take a leadership role in providing insight and knowledge transfer to others on internal and external technical solutions to solve complex problems
Have discretion/latitude to serve as an authority on engineering principles and broad technical areas
Present technical solutions to senior leadership
Be known as an influencer of change
Provide impact as a technical leader, director and mentor to other technical employees in the application of engineering and scientific principles, tools and techniques to achieve practical end results
Develop advanced technological ideas and guide their development into a final product that has a direct impact on the sector
Contribute to priority initiatives critical to achievement of AOP and LRSP objectives
Serve as organization spokesperson on multiple advanced projects and/or programs that have a direct impact on the sector (both technical and non-technical)
Act as an advisor to management, co-workers and customers on advanced technical research studies and applications
Maintain critical external customer contact to understand and support their technical needs.Operational tasks include responding to requests for information, metrics, trainings, estimations, impacts, and other interdisciplinary support
The Sr
Staff Tooling Engineer will assist department managers in the development and implementation of departmental vision and strategies to drive employee engagement, development, training and retain talent.The Sr
Staff Tooling Engineer will also support department managers in working with programs to drive affordability, first time quality and cost competitiveness for all department related artifacts and indirect activities.KEY LEADERSHIP TRAITS:Unwavering ethics and values; trusted partnerExcellent organization and communication skillsStrong partner and team player; focused on organizational and team successCourageous; takes risks in ideas and actionsNever satisfied with status quo; always pushing for improvements and changeEmbraces ambiguityProven people leader.Ability to plan and execute projects to stringent technical, budget and schedule requirements.Solutions-oriented, balances qualitative and quantitative measures Our Leaders at Northrop Grumman live our values daily and encourage our teams to do the same
We do the right thing: upholding the highest ethical standards and facilitating a safe and respectful environment that attracts, retains, and inspires a diverse and engaged team
We do what we promise: holding yourself and others accountable to meet predictable and balanced results
We commit to shared success:operating as OneNG and removing barriers for our teams
Finally, We pioneer: setting a vision that shapes the future and inspires others.Basic Qualifications: Bachelor of Science degree in a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, or Math) field from an accredited institution and minimum of 12 years of engineering experience in an aerospace environment OR a Master of Science in a STEM field from an accredited institution and a minimum of 10 years of engineering experience or a PhD in a STEM field from an accredited institution and a minimum of 9 years of engineering experience in an aerospace environment.Minimum 7 years of experience in tool design, fabrication and integration activities.Demonstrated ability to lead a large tooling project from concept to completion.A current DoD Secret level security clearance, a periodic reinvestigation, or an original adjudication date completed within the last 5 years or continuous evaluation.Ability to obtain SAP access.Must be willing to travel up to 25% of the time.Preferred Qualifications: Master’s or PhD Degree in Engineering or Management.Excellent communication, interpersonal skills, and the ability to interface with all levels of employees and management.Demonstrated ability to plan and execute projects to deadlines.Knowledge of AS manufacturing processes, procedures and work instructions required to support both management and engineering tooling task execution.Minimum of 7 years experience with composites manufacturing in the aerospace industryExperience in Defense & Aerospace industry.Green or Black Belt Lean / Six Sigma training and experience.Top Secret level security clearance, a periodic reinvestigation, or an original adjudication date completed within the last 5 years or continuous evaluation.Program access to one or more NGAS programs of record.Salary Range: $143,800.00 - $215,600.00The 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.Employees may be eligible for 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 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
http://www.northropgrumman.com/EEO
U.S
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is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.SummaryLocation: United States-Utah-ClearfieldType: Full time U.S
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