Industrial Engineer - Level 2 or Level 3
- US citizenship
About the job
RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: No CLEARANCE TYPE: None 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’s Space Sector is seeking an Industrial Engineer – Level 2 to join our team in Devens, MA.
This position is 100% onsite and cannot accommodate telecommute work. AOA Xinetics (AOX) is an organization within Northrop Grumman’s Intelligence Systems Division’s (ISDs) Mission Enabling Products (MEP) business unit, Thermal, Optics & Power Systems (TOPS) operating unit is a leading designer, producer, and supplier of spacecraft components that enable satellites of all classes.
Products include thermal components, electrical components and assemblies, harnesses, spacecraft panels, small bus structures and optics. Our products are on virtually every U.S. satellite built in the last 25 years. This position is 100% onsite and cannot accommodate telecommute work.
The role will report directly to the Manager of Manufacturing Engineering. ## In this job, you will - Serve as the on-site industrial engineer - Lead continuous improvement initiatives, including Lean and Six Sigma methodologies. - Collaborate with cross-functional teams to streamline workflows. - Lead work cell layout in conjunction with Facilities and Value Stream Leader - Monitor schedule and budget for manufacturing improvement projects - Conduct time studies, develop standard operating procedures, and create staffing models. - Collect and analyze data to identify trends and drive improvements. - Monitor labor and capital resource utilization, developing plans for efficiency and capacity management. - Optimize production processes to enhance efficiency and reduce costs. - Estimate lead times to support program proposals and MRP. - Participate in project meetings and execute special studies and projects. ## Basic Qualifications For Level 2 - Bachelor’s degree in a STEM field with 2 years of professional experience – OR – Master’s degree with 0 years of professional experience. - No clearance required - Experience with planning work in a manufacturing environment - Prior experience with site or cell optimization ## Basic Qualifications For Level 3 - Bachelor’s degree in a STEM field with 5 years of professional experience – OR – Master’s degree with 3 years of professional experience. - No clearance required - Experience with planning work in a manufacturing environment - Prior experience with site or cell optimization ## Preferred Qualifications - Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Systems Engineering, Engineering Management, or related STEM field - Experience working with cross-functional teams in AS9100 manufacturing environment - High proficiency in Microsoft Excel (VBA and Formulas: VLOOKUP, INDEXMATCH, IF statements, pivot tables, pivot charts etc.) - High proficiency in Microsoft Project (scheduling, resource loading, capacity, optimization) - Experience with improving manufacturing workflow using optimization, modeling, or simulation methods - Strong communication, organization, and interpersonal skills. - Lean, Six Sigma, or Green Belt certification. ## Curious about all the exciting developments with the Northrop Grumman Space Sector?
Click the link below https://www.northropgrumman.com/space Working at Northrop Grumman is more than just a paycheck. We offer a comprehensive Total Rewards and benefits package designed to help you thrive at work and in life. For more information on our Total Rewards package, please visit our Total Rewards site.
Northrop Grumman Total Rewards Primary Level Salary Range: $83,400.00 - $125,200.00 Secondary Level Salary Range: $103,600.00 - $155,400.00 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.
From Northrop Grumman's job posting, checked 7 Nov 2026. The employer's own page is the final word on requirements and availability.
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