Principal Microelectronics Semiconductor Manufacturing Engineer/Sr. Principal Microelectronics Semiconductor Manufacturing Engineer

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Elkridge, MD, USA
In-Office
109K-204K Annually
Senior level
Aerospace • Logistics • Security • Software • Cybersecurity
The Role
Designs, develops, and improves SMT manufacturing processes in a highly automated semiconductor manufacturing environment. Responsibilities include equipment troubleshooting, process control, yield monitoring, failure analysis, root-cause investigation, corrective actions, operator and technician training, and cross-functional collaboration. The role supports production hardware delivery, reports yield issues, and provides technical leadership while working second shift.
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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 Mission Systems Manufacturing Operations Engineering Team in Baltimore/Elkridge, MD seeks a Principal Microelectronics Semiconductor Manufacturing Engineer / Sr. Principal Microelectronics Semiconductor Manufacturing Engineer to join our team. This is a 2nd shift position.


This career opportunity is a great fit for Engineers who want to design and refine manufacturing processes to ensure they are operating smoothly and efficiently. Our engineers work in a high exposure, fast paced, and exciting environment that involves “hands on” technical challenges, problem solving, and inter-department collaborations. If you thrive on solving problems and want different challenges each day, please read on!


We are seeking manufacturing engineers who are passionate about designing and creating manufacturing processes that enable rapid product delivery schedules with the highest quality. The microelectronics semiconductor manufacturing engineer will support our highly automated SMT manufacturing environment. Manufacturing engineers are the process owners who have responsibility for ensuring successful delivery of production hardware. Process development, equipment support, and analysis of failure trends, root cause/ corrective actions.


What You'll Get to Do:

  • Design, develop, and implement manufacturing processes related to SMT routing and manufacturing
  • Troubleshoot and support complex manufacturing equipment
  • Compile data and analyze manufacturing process for process control
  • Collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams to develop and implement process improvements and solutions
  • Support operators and technicians through troubleshooting and training
  • Monitor product yields and maintain program yield targets
  • Support program meetings in developing root cause and corrective actions
  • Attend program meetings to report yield issues, yield detractor investigation finding, and corrective actions
  • Interface with manufacturing management, technicians, production engineers, design engineers, system engineers, program management and program support teams

The successful candidate will have experience and knowledge of manufacturing engineering and Lean Six Sigma concepts. They will have analytical skills to review requirements, engineering drawings, and translate into manufacturing processes that produce conforming products. They should be self-directed, organized, team oriented with an ability to effectively communicate across teams, and have previous experience with MS Office tools. For this more senior role, technical leadership paired with effective collaboration with other subject matter experts will be key.

This is a 2nd shift position.


This position may be filled as either level 3 or level 4.


Basic Qualifications for the Principal Microelectronics Semiconductor Engineer Manufacturing 3:


  • Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering or related STEM field and a minimum of 5+ years of relevant experience; or a master’s degree in mechanical engineering or related STEM field and a minimum of 3+ years of experience; or 1 years of experience required for a PhD in mechanical engineering or related STEM field.

  • Experience reading and interpreting specifications, parts list, and engineering drawings

  • Attention to detail with ability to demonstrate successful problem solving and analysis

  • Ability to work 2nd Shift.

  • Ability to obtain/maintain security clearance.

  • U.S. Citizenship

Basic Qualifications for the Sr. Principal Microelectronics Semiconductor Engineer Manufacturing 4:


  • Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering or related STEM field and a minimum of 8+ years of relevant experience; or a master’s degree in mechanical engineering or related STEM field and a minimum of 6+ years of experience; or 4+ years of experience required with a PhD in mechanical engineering or related STEM field.

  • Experience reading and interpreting specifications, parts list, and engineering drawings

  • Attention to detail with ability to demonstrate successful problem solving and analysis

  • Ability to obtain/maintain security clearance.

  • Ability to work 2nd Shift.

  • U.S. Citizenship

  Preferred Qualifications:


  • Previous Experience in the SMT or similar electronics manufacturing environment
  • Experience with Troubleshooting complex equipment to ensure adequate availability and performance
  • Understanding of GD&T and measurement methods
  • Hands-on troubleshooting of complex manufacturing equipment
  • Significant knowledge of Lean Sig Sigma principles, Green Belt or Black Belt certification
  • Proven experience and expertise in manufacturing engineering and process control

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Primary Level Salary Range: $108,800.00 - $163,200.00Secondary Level Salary Range: $135,800.00 - $203,600.00

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 mechanical engineering or related STEM field plus 5 or more years of relevant experience
  • Master's degree in mechanical engineering or related STEM field plus 3 or more years of relevant experience
  • PhD in mechanical engineering or related STEM field plus 1 or more years of relevant experience
  • Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering or related STEM field plus 8 or more years of relevant experience for the Sr. Principal level
  • Master's degree in mechanical engineering or related STEM field plus 6 or more years of relevant experience for the Sr. Principal level
  • PhD in mechanical engineering or related STEM field plus 4 or more years of relevant experience for the Sr. Principal level
  • Experience reading and interpreting specifications, parts lists, and engineering drawings
  • Demonstrated attention to detail, problem-solving, and analytical ability
  • Ability to work second shift
  • Ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance
  • U.S. citizenship
  • Previous experience in SMT or a similar electronics manufacturing environment
  • Experience troubleshooting complex manufacturing equipment
  • Understanding of GD&T and measurement methods
  • Lean Six Sigma knowledge or Green Belt or Black Belt certification
  • Expertise in manufacturing engineering and process control

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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