Manufacturing Engineer - Level 2 or Level 3
- US citizenship
How this pay compares
This posting states $83.4k–$125k a year. Open manufacturing engineer jobs in Virginia post a median of $103k a year, the middle half $91.5k–$104k, across 3 jobs that state their pay, so this one is above the middle half of what they post.
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About the job
RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: No CLEARANCE TYPE: None 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. Northrop Grumman is hiring a Manufacturing Engineer - Level 2 or Level 3 to to join our team in Dulles, VA .
This position is 100% onsite and cannot accommodate telecommute work.
This Manufacturing Engineer - Level 2 or Level 3 will be supporting any of the the following areas: PWC/I&T Harness Integration, Harness Work Center, and electro-Mechanical Work Center . ## In this job, you will - Authorize and maintains production plans that detail the assembly of spacecraft hardware - Participates in design peer reviews to ensure designs are manufacturable and engineering documentation aligns with strict processes and procedures - Evaluates non-conforming product and develops rework procedures to return fit/form/function to flight hardware - Partners with cross-functional groups to conduct root cause and corrective action investigations - Optimizes operational workflow by developing manufacturing processes and introducing new tools and techniques for manufacturing propulsion systems - Responds to changing design requirements at all stages of the build process by revising production plans and returning product to the intended flight configuration - Provides direct support to Technicians on the manufacturing floor in a rapid-pace environment - Acts as manufacturing lead on assigned programs to ensure roadblocks are quickly alleviated while maintaining budget and schedule - Ensures processes and procedures comply with industry and internal standards ## Basic Qualifications for Level 2 - Bachelor's degree or higher in Engineering or other related STEM area and at least 2 years of experience in Manufacturing/Process Engineering, Production, or related area - OR - a Master's degree (Four Additional years of experience in lieu of degree will be accepted) - No clearance required ## Basic Qualifications for Level 3 - Bachelor's degree or higher in Engineering or other related STEM area and at least 5 years of experience in Manufacturing/Process Engineering, Production, or related area - OR - a Master's degree with 3 years of applicable experience (Four years of experience in lieu of degree will be accepted) - No clearance required ## Preferred Qualifications - Must have the ability to obtain and maintain a U.S.
Government DoD security clearance - Experience with harness manufacturing and/or harness installation onto space-flight vehicles - Experience with machining and understanding GD&T principles - Experience with manufacturing and assembling flight hardware - Experience with Costpoint, SAP, MES, Solumina, TIPQA, Windchill - Experience working in an ISO or AS9100 environment ## 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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About Northrop Grumman
Satellites, space telescopes, cargo spacecraft and rocket boosters, inside a defense prime.
Pay on its listings: 98% of its open jobs state an hourly rate
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