E6B PMI Manufacturing Engineer Days/Weekends

Reposted 2 Months Ago
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Lake Charles, LA, USA
In-Office
72K-108K Annually
Junior
Aerospace • Logistics • Security • Software • Cybersecurity
The Role
Design and improve manufacturing processes, develop work instructions from engineering data, draft tooling requirements, troubleshoot and implement corrective actions, coordinate with production and design engineering, ensure regulatory compliance, and support facility planning for E-6B aircraft maintenance operations across weekday and weekend shifts.
Summary Generated by Built In
RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available

CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: No

CLEARANCE TYPE: Top Secret

TRAVEL: NoDescription

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 is seeking an experienced Manufacturing Engineer to support a maintenance program with Northrop Grumman in Lake Charles, LA. The Navy E-6 is an airborne command post and communications relay based on the Boeing 707 platform The aircraft are utilized primarily for long-range patrols along the entire U.S. border, and in source and transit zone countries. This platform, now modified to the E-6B standard, conveys instructions from the National Command Authority to fleet ballistic missile submarines, a mission known as TACAMO ("Take Charge And Move Out").

* These positions will support the weekday and weekend shifts.

**This position requires you to be willing/able to change shifts, as required to support the program needs.

 

Your duties include:

  • Develop work instructions utilizing engineering data, electronic data, blueprints, sketches, engineering drawings and technical orders

  • Provide estimates for developed work instructions

  • Designs manufacturing processes, procedures and production layouts for components and assemblies, equipment installation, processing, machining and material handling utilizing logical sequencing and manufacturing best practices to achieve cost targets

  • Coordinates with production on day-to-day activities. Conducts root cause/corrective action investigations using multiple tools; 5 Whys, Fishbone Diagram, 5D, etc. to resolve routine manufacturing process issues and assists in the resolution of complex manufacturing process issues.

  • Coordinates with Design Engineering on design and manufacturability issues

  • Research and evaluate commercially available tools and equipment to support manufacturing activities. Designs special tooling as required

  • Troubleshoots existing processes to improve safety, quality, cost and efficiency

  • Developing and improving manufacturing processes and defining the sequence of operations for work instructions

  • Incorporates engineering changes and/or work instructions

  • Ensures processes and procedures are in compliance with regulations

  • Inspects performance of machinery, equipment, and tools to verify their efficiency, and investigates and initiates corrective action of problems and deficiencies to ensure product quality

  • Assist Facilities Engineers in the planning and design of facilities.

Basic Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Manufacturing Engineering and 2 years of experience in a manufacturing environment

  • Experience drafting tooling requirements for manufacturing teams.

  • Ability to work with minimal direction in a dynamic, face-paced environment (ability to be flexible in an environment where change is ever-present)

  • High energy, results oriented (commitment to follow up), self-motivated / self-directed, proactive, team player

  • Strong problem solving and analysis skills with the ability to learn from mistakes

  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to interface with and drive deliverables from individuals at all levels within the organization

  • Able to obtain/maintain a Secret DoD clearance, if required by the program

Preferred Qualifications:

  • E-6B, E-3, E-8, KC-135 experience

  • A&P License

  • Experience starting new programs

  • Current Secret/Top Secret Clearance

Primary Level Salary Range: $72,100.00 - $108,100.00

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.

Skills Required

  • Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing Engineering and 2 years of manufacturing experience
  • Experience drafting tooling requirements for manufacturing teams
  • Willingness and ability to change shifts (weekday and weekend support)
  • Ability to work with minimal direction in a dynamic, fast-paced environment
  • High energy, results oriented, self-motivated, proactive team player
  • Strong problem solving and analysis skills
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to interface across levels
  • Able to obtain/maintain a Secret DoD clearance if required by the program
  • E-6B, E-3, E-8, KC-135 aircraft experience
  • A&P License
  • Experience starting new programs
  • Current Secret or Top Secret clearance

Northrop Grumman Compensation & Benefits Highlights

The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Northrop Grumman and has not been reviewed or approved by Northrop Grumman.

  • Healthcare Strength — Health coverage offers multiple medical plan options by region alongside dental, vision, mental‑health resources, and wellness programs. Recent materials also highlight added family‑building support, including a dedicated fertility benefit.
  • Retirement Support — The 401(k) savings plan is positioned as competitive with a company match, auto‑escalation features, and access to an employee stock fund/ESPP. Official filings and benefits guides emphasize retirement as a core element of the Total Rewards package.
  • Leave & Time Off Breadth — Many sites offer a 9/80 schedule, generous PTO, paid holidays, and flexible/telework options where program needs allow. Paid parental and caregiver leave are prominently featured, with recent enhancements for the delivering parent.

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The Company
HQ: Charlotte, North Carolina
85,636 Employees

What We Do

We are a close-knit community of big thinkers collaborating to keep the world safe. Our passion, creativity and expertise bring next-level technology solutions to life in autonomous systems, cyber, C4ISR, strike, space, and logistics and modernization for our customers around the globe. On the Northrop Grumman team, you’ll join our pursuit of excellence immersed in a dynamic culture of innovation and respect. Your unique perspective will help achieve our shared vision for the future of global security. Every step of the way, you'll be supported by world-class training, employee resource groups and a comprehensive benefits package that enables greater health and happiness for you and your family. Worldwide and across disciplines, we’re challenging what’s possible for technology to protect people and places from undersea to outer space and into cyberspace. And we see the impact of our performance every day. We are Northrop Grumman, and we work on what matters—now, you too can make a difference. Explore opportunities in engineering, IT, manufacturing, business management, cybersecurity and more with us. Northrop Grumman is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.

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