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A leading global security company, Northrop Grumman provides innovative products and solutions in autonomous systems, cyber security, and complex logistics to government and commercial clients.

Size: 10000+ employees
Industry: Engineering, Manufacturing, Technology

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RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be availableCLEARANCE TYPE: A US Government security clearance per customer's requirements.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.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.

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Northrop Grumman Mission Systems is a trusted provider of mission-enabling solutions for global security. Our Engineering and Sciences (E&S) organization pushes the boundaries of innovation, redefines engineering capabilities, and drives advances in various sciences. Our team is chartered with providing the skills, innovative technologies to develop, design, produce and sustain optimized product lines across the sector while providing a decisive advantage to the warfighter. Come be a part of our mission!Northrop Grumman Mission Systems (NGMS) is seeking candidates for the position of Principal / Sr. Principal Factory Manufacturing Execution Systems Engineer to support advanced technology development programs. This position is located at the Linthicum, MD location.What You'll get to Do: Plan and support the setup and integration of a manufacturing execution system (MES) for a new superconducting electronics wafer fabrication line Maintain awareness of MES setup and integration schedule risk and proactively escalate risk to team leads as required Create detailed end-user requirements and acceptance test plans, while leveraging experience and business processes from semiconductor manufacturing organizations Partner with an industry-leading vendor in setting up an MES to support a new wafer fab manufacturing line* Collaborate with the vendor on deploying manufacturing master data modeling architectures and Best-Known Methods (BKMs)* Apply systems engineering best practices, principles, and concepts to architectures within a manufacturing context* Work collaboratively with other experienced team members This is a dual level requisition which can be filled as a *Principal *or *Sr. Principal Factory Manufacturing Execution Systems Engineer

Basic Qualifications for Principal Factory Manufacturing Execution Systems Engineer: A degree in a STEM area (Science, Technology, Engineering or Math) with a minimum of 5 years of experience with a bachelor's degree, 3 years of experience with a master's degree, or 0 years of experience with a PhD. 4 years of additional experience can be considered in lieu of a degree.* Able to support execution of Statement of Work (SOW) components with vendors and work cross functionally within a team* Demonstrated experience with modern automated factory systems in a semiconductor or microelectronics fab* Strong problem solving / troubleshooting skills* Understands data relationships between products, plans, recipes, and varying levels of manufacturing containers (lots, wafers, die, etc.)* Experience with core data groups in MES systems (equipment, products, consumables, etc.)* Must be willing to work on site 100% of time* Limited travel to local Northrop Grumman facilities may be required* This position requires the applicant to be a U.S. citizen* Must be able to obtain and maintain a US government security clearance per business requirementsBasic Qualifications for Sr. Principal Factory Manufacturing Execution Systems Engineer:** A degree in a STEM area (Science, Technology, Engineering or Math) with a minimum of 8 years of experience with a bachelor's degree, 6 years of experience with a master's degree, or 4 years of experience with a PhD. 4 years of additional experience can be considered in lieu of a degree. Able to support execution of Statement of Work (SOW) components with vendors and work cross functionally within a team* Demonstrated experience with modern automated factory systems in a semiconductor or microelectronic fab* Strong problem solving / troubleshooting skills* Understands data relationships between products, plans, recipes, and varying levels of manufacturing containers (lots, wafers, die, etc.)* Experience with core data groups in MES systems (equipment, products, consumables, etc.)* Must be willing to work on site 100% of time* Limited travel to local Northrop Grumman facilities may be required* This position requires the applicant to be a U.S. citizen* Must be able to obtain and maintain a US government security clearance per business requirementsPreferred Qualifications:** Active US government security clearance per business requirements Experience with starting up a modern automated Manufacturing Execution System for a new manufacturing line* Experience with semi-automated track in / track out of product within an MES* Experience working in semiconductor manufacturing as process integrator, system, software, IT, manufacturing, or process engineer* Experience developing test plans for verifying and validating system components and subcomponents* Strong understanding of core MES subcomponents, such as equipment, process plan, test wafer setup, user security, constraints, contamination, lot management, etc* Experience with experiment management within R&D manufacturing concepts* Deep understanding of how MES integrates with broader systems in a Computer Integrated Manufacturing (CIM) architecture including but not limited to Fault Detection, Equipment Integration, Recipe Management, Statistical Process Control, Advanced Process Control, Inventory, etc.* Has worked with Applied Materials Smart Factory CIM solution Primary Level Salary Range: $105,400.00 - $158,000.00Secondary Level Salary Range: $131,100.00 - $196,700.00The 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.

Client-provided location(s): Linthicum Heights, MD

Job ID: Northrop Grumman-R10215307

Employment Type: OTHER

Posted: 2025-11-21T20:16:36
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Health and Wellness

• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Short-Term Disability
• Long-Term Disability
• HSA
• HSA With Employer Contribution
• On-Site Gym
• Pet Insurance
• Mental Health Benefits
• Virtual Fitness Classes

Parental Benefits

• Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
• Non-Birth Parent or Paternity Leave
• Fertility Benefits
• Adoption Assistance Program
• Family Support Resources
• Adoption Leave

Work Flexibility

• Flexible Work Hours
• Remote Work Opportunities
• Hybrid Work Opportunities
• Four-Day Work Week

Office Life and Perks

• Commuter Benefits Program
• Company Outings
• On-Site Cafeteria
• Holiday Events

Vacation and Time Off

• Paid Vacation
• Paid Holidays
• Sabbatical
• Leave of Absence

Financial and Retirement

• 401(K)
• 401(K) With Company Matching
• Performance Bonus
• Relocation Assistance
• Financial Counseling
• Profit Sharing

Professional Development

• Tuition Reimbursement
• Promote From Within
• Mentor Program
• Shadowing Opportunities
• Access to Online Courses
• Lunch and Learns
• Internship Program
• Leadership Training Program
• Associate or Rotational Training Program

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