**Requisition ID: R10173960**

+ **Category:** Engineering

+ **Location:** Linthicum, Maryland, United States of America

+ **Clearance Type:** SCI

+ **Telecommute:** No- Teleworking not available for this position

+ **Shift:** 1st Shift (United States of America)

+ **Travel Required:** Yes, 10% of the Time

+ **Relocation Assistance:** Relocation assistance may be available

+ **Positions Available:** 1

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.

The Northrop Grumman Microelectronics Center (NGMC) of Northrop Grumman Mission Systems is seeking a Semiconductor Industrial Engineer to support Operations and Industrial Engineering activities for our Advanced Technology Lab (ATL) - located outside of Baltimore, Maryland - where we design, manufacture, and test semiconductor products for internal and commercial production customers as well as emerging technology programs. Northrop Grumman’s ATL semiconductor foundry is a unique capability supporting a range of production microelectronic devices (Silicon, Gallium Arsenide, Gallium Nitride, Silicon Carbide, Carbon Nanotubes) and providing leading edge technology development in superconducting electronics. Our devices enable a number of Northrop Grumman’s ground-based radars, avionic radars, and space systems. Join us for the chance to work with an amazing, experienced, and talented team while helping serve your country.

Position Overview:

The ideal candidate will be a junior to mid level engineer with a robust background in industrial engineering and microelectronics manufacturing that will support ATLs Superconducting Electronics (SCE) technology line. Specifically, the candidate should have experience in implementing industrial engineering best practices, capacity modeling and WIP planning, building Tableau reports, and database management. The ideal candidate will be responsible for optimizing manufacturing processes, improving production efficiency, and defining new metrics for the production floor. The Semiconductor Industrial Engineer should also have a demonstrated track record of working and communicating with upper management and customer representatives as well as be a self-starter and able to work independently with minimal supervisor oversight.

**This position requires work on site in Northrop Grumman Baltimore, MD area facilities.**

Key Responsibilities:

+ Optimize and analyze manufacturing processes to enhance efficiency and productivity in a high-mix microelectronics fabrication environment.

+ Utilize Tableau for data visualization and reporting to support decision-making processes.

+ Manage and analyze databases to drive insights and continuous improvement initiatives.

+ Oversee Work In-Progress (WIP) planning, line balancing, and capacity modeling to ensure optimal production flow.

+ Collaborate and lead cross-functional teams to identify and address process bottlenecks and implement best practices.

+ Implement and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure and improve operational performance.

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This requisition may be filled as a Semiconductor Industrial Engineer or Principal Semiconductor Industrial Engineer.

Basic Qualifications for a Semiconductor Industrial Engineer:

+ Bachelor of Science in Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering or any related STEM degree with 2 years relevant industry experience or Masters with a minimum of 0 years relevant industry experience

+ Proficiency in Tableau for data visualization and reporting.

+ Knowledge of microelectronics manufacturing techniques and processes.

+ Knowledge in Work in Progress (WIP) planning, line balancing, and capacity modeling specifically in ramping/opening new production lines.

+ Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.

+ Proven ability to work collaboratively in a team environment and independently.

+ Ability to obtain and maintain a Top Secret/SCI clearance

+ US Citizenship required

Basic Qualifications for Principal Semiconductor Industrial Engineer:

+ Bachelor of Science in Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering or any related STEM degree with 5 years relevant industry experience or Masters with a minimum of 3 years relevant industry experience or PhD with 0 years’ experience.

+ Proficiency in Tableau for data visualization and reporting.

+ Knowledge of microelectronics manufacturing techniques and processes.

+ Knowledge in Work in Progress (WIP) planning, line balancing, and capacity modeling specifically in ramping/opening new production lines.

+ Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.

+ Proven ability to work collaboratively in a team environment and independently.

+ Ability to obtain and maintain a Top Secret/SCI clearance

+ US Citizenship required

Preferred Qualifications:

+ TS/SCI clearance

+ Experience with C/C++, Python, APF Formatter reports and database management.

+ Experience with machine learning and its applications in manufacturing processes.

+ Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing principles and Six Sigma methodologies.

+ Familiarity with advanced microelectronics fabrication technologies.

+ Experience with static and dynamic capacity modeling using modeling and simulation software.

+ Supply chain experience

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**Salary Range:** $83,300 - $124,900

**Salary Range 2:** $102,400 - $153,600

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. U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.