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Principal Engineer Manufacturing

Northrop Grumman · United States of America | United States-New York-Buffalo

Secret clearance namedU.S. citizenship required

Posted 2026-11-04 · Verified live 2026-11-05

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About this role

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available

CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: No

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.


We are looking for you to join our team as an Principal Engineer Manufacturing out of Buffalo, NY. Amherst Systems Operating Unit (OU) is an organization focused on the development and production of state-of-the-art Simulation Systems solutions.


What You'll Get to Do:


Process Development:

  • Develop, improve, and maintain manufacturing processes with a focus on production capabilities, quality, and schedules.
  • Monitor process yields and cost.
  • Develop and optimize automated equipment process parameters.
  • Create and manage project plans (tasks, resources, and schedules).
  • Develop and revise process documentation and work instructions.

Production Support:

  • Solve manufacturing problems related to materials, designs, equipment, tooling, training, and instructions.
  • Disposition non-conforming materials and specify rework and repair processes.
  • Create and document designs for custom tooling and fixtures.

Equipment Support:

  • Specify, justify, and procure new manufacturing equipment.
  • Equipment startup and production readiness.
  • Responsible for equipment maintenance, service schedules, and spare parts.

Design and Engineering Support:

  • Participate in design manufacturability reviews for new products.

The ideal candidate must be able to communicate written, verbally, and have knowledge of using Microsoft Office Suite. The position is for in office only, remote positions are not available.


Basic Qualifications for the Principal Engineer Manufacturing:


  • Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or STEM related discipline with a minimum of 5 years related experience; OR Master's Degree in Engineering or STEM related discipline with a minimum of 3 years of experience
  • Experience with mechanical and/or electronic manufacturing/production processes.
  • Experience with interpreting 2D drawings and 3D models.
  • U.S. citizenship required.
  • Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret Clearance.

Preferred Qualifications:


  • Experience with electronics manufacturing processes and equipment.
  • Experience programming automated microelectronics and circuit card manufacturing equipment.
  • Experience with equipment, materials, and processes for manufacturing precision wound coils and their encapsulation.
  • Experience with a variety of industry standards (including but not limited to IPC-610, J-STD, 7711/7721, MIL and ANSI).
  • Experience with MS Word, Excel, and Powerpoint.
  • Experience with analyzing data and figures.
  • Experience with Solidworks, NX and Autocad.
  • Experience working with SAP and Teamcenter in a low-volume, high-mix manufacturing environment.
  • Active Secret Clearance.

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What We Can Offer You:


Northrop Grumman provides a comprehensive benefits package and a work environment which encourages your growth and supports the mutual success of our people and our company. Northrop Grumman benefits give you the flexibility and control to choose the benefits that make the most sense for you and your family.


Your benefits will include the following: Health Plan, Savings Plan, Paid Time Off, and Additional Benefits including Education Assistance, Training and Development, 9/80 Work Schedule (where available), and much more!

Primary Level Salary Range: $94,200.00 - $141,200.00

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.

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