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Northrop Grumman • Palmdale, California, United States
Salary: $83,400 - $155,400 / year
Role & seniority: Engineer / Principal Engineer NDT (Nondestructive Testing) at Northrop Grumman Aeronautics Systems; Palmdale, CA.
Stack/tools: NDT methods (primarily Ultrasonic Level III), advanced composite inspection; collaboration with design, project, and quality engineers; ASNT Level III credentials.
Develop and implement unique NDT techniques, methods, and procedures.
Inspect composite aerospace components and other energetic/non-energetic articles.
Select and implement the best NDT method with design/project/quality teams to ensure product quality at lowest cost.
Bachelor’s degree with 3+ years in Ultrasonic Level III (or high school diploma with 6+ years NDI/NDt, including 3+ years as Ultrasonic Level III).
Ability to obtain/maintain DoD Secret Clearance and Special Program Access; may require any shift work.
Multiple Level III ASNT certifications.
Experience inspecting/analyzing advanced composite work.
Active DoD Secret Clearance or higher.
Location & work type: Palmdale, CA; full-time role with relocation assistance possible; travel up to ~10% of time. Clearance-relevant position; eligible for overtime/shift differential and potential bonuses.
RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: Yes 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 sector is seeking an Engineer / Principal Engineer NDT to join our team of qualified, diverse individuals. This position will be located in Palmdale, CA where technology and teamwork come together. The qualified applicant will become part of Northrop Grumman's Mission Assurance organization working in a collaborative environment while promoting a positive and proactive teamwork environment. Responsible for the inspection composite aerospace components, and other energetic and non-energetic articles. This position is responsible for developing and implementing unique nondestructive inspection 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. NDT Engineer Basic Qualifications: Bachelors degree with at least 3 years of experience as a Ultrasonic Level III or High school Diploma and 6 years of NDI experience including at least 3 years as a Ultrasonic Level III Ability to obtain and maintain Active DoD Secret Clearance per business requirements AND the ability to obtain Special Program Access Must be able to work any shift Principal NDT Engineer Basic Qualifications: Bachelors degree and 5 years experience, with 5 plus years as a Ultrasonic Level III or High school Diploma with 9 years experience with 5 years as a Ultrasonic Level III in lieu of degree Must be able to work any shift Preferred Qualifications: Multiple Level III ASNT certifications Experience inspecting and analyzing advanced composite work Active DoD Secret Clearance or Higher Special Program Access 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. 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Northrop Grumman careers and internships are as varied as your interests, with a lifetime of potential that will give you every opportunity to do your best work. Working together with people from many backgrounds, personal passions and disciplines, we share a drive to push the boundaries of science, technology and engineering to meet the ever evolving needs of our customers worldwide.