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$72k – $108k per year
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In office (Melbourne)
Seniority
Principal · 3+ years exp
Employment
Full-Time

Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Oct 18, 2026. First seen by Alion on Sep 17, 2026. Northrop Grumman scores A on the Alion truth index.

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Northrop Grumman is an American defence contractor whose oldest predecessor was founded in 1939, and which took its present form through the 1994 combination of Northrop and Grumman. It builds strategic systems including the B-21 Raider bomber and the Sentinel intercontinental ballistic missile programme, military and civil space systems, radars and electronic warfare equipment, autonomous aircraft, and mission systems and software for the United States armed forces and allied governments. Headquartered in Falls Church, Virginia and listed on the New York Stock Exchange, it earns the large majority of its revenue from the American government and employs close to one hundred thousand people.
RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be availableCLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: YesCLEARANCE TYPE: SecretTRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the Time

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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’s Aeronautics Systems sector is seeking a Engineer/Principal Manufacturing Engineer Level 2/3 supporting out Production Engineering and Operations (PE&O) organization. The selected candidate will join our team of qualified, diverse individuals on site in Melbourne, FL where technology and teamwork come together. This position is on-site only, and cannot be performed remotely due to the nature of the role.

Manufacturing Engineering job duties involve the following:

  • Provide guidance to Engineering regarding design concepts to ensure the best manufacturing technique is being used to meet the Engineering design.

  • Participate in tool design reviews to ensure tools are feasible and reduce build times and program costs during assembly.

  • Define sequence of operations for product builds.

  • Investigate and initiate corrective actions and improvements that involve non-conforming product.

  • Identify improvement opportunities in areas that require producibility and affordability initiatives.

Manufacturing Engineers for Aeronautics Systems are expected to provide technical solutions to a wide range of complex and difficult problems. They are problem solvers who can provide results that are innovative, thorough, practical, and consistent with organization objectives. We seek Manufacturing Engineers that use a unique skill set that includes a hands-on approach and act as the technical representative voice for the Manufacturing organization.

This shift will be Monday to Thursdays (4/10 work schedules) phenomenal learning opportunities, exposure to a wide variety of projects and customers, and a very friendly team environment. We are looking for self-motivated, proactive, and goal-oriented people to help us grow our services and become even better at what we do.

This requisition may be filled at a Manufacturing Engineer / Principal Manufacturing Engineer Level 2/3 based on the qualifications below.

Basic Qualifications

Manufacturing Engineer Level 2:

  • Bachelor’s Degree in a Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and 1 year of related engineering experience OR Master’s Degree in STEM and 0 years of experience

  • Ability to obtain and maintain Active U.S. Government Clearance prior to starting
  • Ability to obtain and maintain Active Special Program Access (PAR) prior to startin

Principal Manufacturing Engineer Level 3:

  • Bachelor’s Degree in a STEM and 4 years of related engineering experience OR Master’s Degree in STEM and 3 years of related engineering experience

  • Ability to obtain and maintain Active U.S. Government Clearance prior to starting
  • Ability to obtain and maintain Active Special Program Access (PAR) prior to startin

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Active in-scope Program Access

  • Experience in NX, Catia, CAD, and or with related Computer aided design programs.

  • Degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Systems Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or Electrical Engineering.

  • Experience in Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T).

  • Manufacturing work instructions or instruction authoring experience.

  • Experience with developing enhancement processes that improve production shop floor efficiencies.

  • Experience with reviewing engineering models during concept design phase for manufacturing producibility.

  • Excellent communicator, ability to provide product improvement proposals and present to engineering designers and technical team for approval.

  • Experience providing innovative techniques focused on improving product designs and tooling assemblies or equipment.

  • Aerospace Defense Manufacturing experience.

  • Experience in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel and/or Microsoft PowerPoint).

Primary Level Salary Range: $72,100.00 - $108,100.00Secondary Level Salary Range: $89,400.00 - $134,200.00The 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.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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