Staff NDT Engineer

US CITIZENSHIP REQUIRED FOR THIS POSITION: Yes

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available

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 Aeronautics Systems has an opening for an experienced Non-Destructive Testing (NDT) Engineer (level 5) to join our team of qualified, diverse individuals within our Vehicle Engineering organization. This position is in Melbourne, Florida.

Job Summary:

Responsible for the inspection of aeronautical vehicle structure. This position is responsible for developing and implementing unique nondestructive inspection techniques, methods, and procedures as well as performing updates as needed to existing techniques, methods and procedures. Works with design, project and quality engineers through the development process to select and implement the best NDT method to ensure product quality at lowest cost.

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor of Science and 14 years of relevant experience to include a background in non-destructive inspections (NDI); OR a Master of Science degree and 12 years of relevant experience to include a background in non-destructive inspections. Equivalent experience may be substituted for a degree.

• Must have the ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret Clearance.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Degree discipline in Materials Science or similar

• Experience with multiple NDI techniques for both metallic and composite materials (i.e., UT, Eddy Current, CT, etc.)

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

• Experience leading or mentoring less experienced engineers

• Ability to collaborate in a team environment

• Ability to prioritize multiple responsibilities and/or accomplishing them simultaneously

• Ability to comprehend and analyze complex problems and develop solutions

• Experience with military specs and standards

• Experience interfacing with a military customer

Salary Range: $129,500.00 - $194,300.00

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.

Employees may be eligible for 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 committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action 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/AA 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.