engineer

Associate Engineer Facilities or Engineer Facilities full_time NEW

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.

There is currently an opening for an Associate Engineer Facilities (level 1) or Facilities Engineer (level 2) to join our team of qualified, diverse individuals. The selected candidate will report to the Facilities Manager and will support building needs and some maintenance activities. We are looking for candidates with construction experience, industrial building knowledge and some experience with high vacuum deposition equipment. This position falls under one of Northrop Grumman’s Small Business Units, Sonoma Photonics, Inc. and will be located onsite in Santa Rosa, CA.

Essential Functions: This individual will be communicating and working in and around an office and industrial environment. They must have knowledge of industrial building construction principals and typically will complete work in one or more of the maintenance trades: carpentry, plumbing, painting, tile, carpet, concrete, light metal work, and experience in electrical components and installation. In addition, supporting general maintenance of vacuum and electro-mechanical equipment, assisting with troubleshooting, problem analysis, and data collection, and maintaining detailed documentation of procedures and systems.

Qualifications:

  • Associate Engineer Facilities: Bachelor of Science (BS) in a relevant Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) discipline and 0 years of related engineering experience; OR a Master of Science (MS) in a relevant STEM discipline and 0 years of experience working as a facilities/maintenance technician

  • Engineer Facilities – Bachelor of Science (BS) in a relevant Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) discipline and 2 years of related engineering experience; OR a Master of Science (MS) in a relevant STEM discipline and 0 years of experience working as a facilities/maintenance technician

  • Candidate must be able to obtain and maintain a DoD security clearance

  • Maintain detailed documentation of procedures and systems

  • Knowledge of general maintenance processes and methods

  • Basic understanding of vacuum, hydraulic and other systems

  • Experience sizing and installing electrical circuits and infrastructure

  • Working knowledge of tools, common appliances and devices

  • Manual dexterity and problem-solving skills.

  • Support general maintenance of vacuum and electro-mechanical equipment.

  • Assist with troubleshooting, problem analysis, and data collection

  • Experience in drywall construction and repair

  • Familiarity with various hardware and installation methods

  • Able to lift 50 lbs.

  • Comfortable working in ceilings, on a roof, in tight spaces, etc.

  • Patience and flexibility

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience with the following:

  • Understanding of thin film optical coating machines

  • Active DoD Secret Security Clearance

  • Roughing and HV pumps

  • Programmable logic controllers (PLC)

  • Electrical and electronic controls

  • Machine shop equipment

  • Computer programs including AutoCAD, Microsoft Office, etc.

  • Forklift and scissor lift operator

  • HVAC experience

  • Experience with variable frequency drives

  • Understanding of pump and water systems

Salary Range: $67,400.00 – $101,000.00Salary Range 2: $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 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.

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