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RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available

CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret

TRAVEL: No

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.

Strategic Space Systems Division (SSSD) is an industry-leading provider for prime satellite and payload capabilities, and directed energy and electronics solutions for national security, military, and civil customers. We are built on a heritage of providing innovative, affordable and reliable aerospace and defense products that our customers rely on to achieve mission success. Join the Space revolution and make the impossible, possible.

Northrop Grumman Strategic Space Systems Division is currently hiring **Metrology Engineer 2** to join our team qualified, diverse individuals. This position will be located in Redondo Beach, California.

The qualified candidate will become part of Northrop Grumman’s Material, Process and Services team under Engineering Asset Management.

Essential Functions:

+ Maintain laboratory recognition/accreditation

+ Conduct technical audits of the calibration laboratory (including suppliers) to verify traceability of standards and compliance with published standards and guidelines

+ Develop and lead technical audits of the calibration laboratory (including suppliers) to verify traceability of standards and compliance with published standards and guidelines

+ Perform technical assessments for personnel performance reviews

+ Develop, document, and maintain procedures, based on principles of measurement science, technical analysis of measurement problems and accuracy and precision requirements

+ Develop calibration systems and procedures, based on principles of measurement science, technical analysis of measurement problems and accuracy and precision requirements

+ Inspect and evaluate new calibration standards for proper operation before releasing to calibration laboratory

+ Recommend standards for use in calibration applications, including Test Equipment Justification

+ Design and document measurement reference material for laboratory use

+ Research and develop calibration standards & systems

+ Provide technical input to quotes

+ Perform Equipment Performance Report evaluations

+ Perform interval analysis

+ Design, develop and validate calibration and measurement software

+ Perform calibrations as required

+ Assist projects in trouble shooting and root cause analysis of measurement issues or measurement system problems and advise project engineers in measurement techniques & equipment operation

+ Perform state-of-the-art or special measurements

+ Develop, implement and maintain the calibration laboratory's quality systems per published standards and guidelines

+ Evaluate and recommend M&TE for use in measurement applications

+ Evaluate supplier’s products and provide feedback; work with suppliers to resolve product issues and make improvement recommendations

+ Train technicians and engineers in calibration methodologies and measurement principles

+ Perform uncertainty evaluation and analysis for measurement standards and associated measurement processes

As a full-time employee of Northrop Grumman Space Systems, you are eligible for our robust benefits package including:

+ Medical, Dental & Vision coverage

+ 401k

+ Educational Assistance

+ Life Insurance

+ Employee Assistance Programs & Work/Life Solutions

+ Paid Time Off

+ Health & Wellness Resources

+ Employee Discounts

This position’s standard work schedule is a 9/80. The 9/80 schedule allows employees who work a nine-hour day Monday through Thursday to take every other Friday off.

Basic Qualifications:

+ Bachelor of Science in STEM ( Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics) discipline with 3 years of related work experience OR Masters of Science in STEM ( Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics) discipline with 1 years of related work experience

+ Experience in using a variety of DC/Low Frequency “and or” electrical/electronic measuring and test equipment

+ Must have the ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret/SCI clearance

Preferred Qualifications:

+ 5 Years’ relevant experience with BS; 3 Years with Master's degree

+ Current and active Secret/SCI clearance

Salary Range: $81,300.00 - $121,900.00

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.