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Northrop Grumman
Senior Principal Reliability Systems Engineer
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What they do
A Reliability Engineer evaluates and analyzes the reliability of manufacturing and production equipment and processes. Identifies pro-active maintenance requirements and process improvements. Works to maximize reliable performance and prevent equipment or process failures.
$105,644 / year median in Maryland
+12% projected growth
Job Description
Senior Principal Reliability Systems Engineer Northrop Grumman - 4.0 Linthicum Heights, MD Job Details $123,400 - $185,000 a year 9 hours ago Benefits Paid holidays Disability insurance Relocation assistance Health insurance Paid time off Qualifications Monte Carlo methods Technical engineering Stakeholder engagement Program management Engineering phase involvement Quality control statistical data analysis Monte Carlo simulation Testing (project management phases) Presentations for conferences or internal meetings Reliability analysis Collaboration with product development teams Technical writing Stress analysis Full Job Description
RELOCATION ASSISTANCE
Relocation assistance may be availableCLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START
YesCLEARANCE 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. We are looking for you to join our team as a Senior Principal Reliability Systems Engineer to join our Baltimore and Partnered Sites organization. This position is based out of Linthicum, MD and will be 100% on-site. What you'll get to do: The Senior Principal Reliability Engineer will define and implement reliability engineering programs to achieve Customer (both internal and external) and program reliability objectives. Develop, coordinate, and conduct reliability studies and evaluations of engineering design for development, production, and sustainment phases. Support requirement allocations and flow down to lower assembly levels. Develop reliability analyses (e.g., reliability predictions and complex system modeling, FMECAs, de-rating, RBD development, Fault Tree). Working knowledge of reliability technical standards, principles, theories, concepts, and statistical concepts. Define and implement reliability FRACAS (failure reporting, analysis, and corrective action system) programs to prioritize opportunities for affordability improvements. Chair/organize Failure Review Boards (FRBs), completing data mining, identifying trends, prioritizing failure modes, investigating, and ensuring effective corrective action closure. Provide feedback into root cause and correct analysis (RCCA) initiatives. Develop plans and lead reliability growth programs (including reliability growth analysis, scoring conference support, etc.). Support subcontractor evaluation, selection, and coordinate activities with respect to reliability needs. Prepare, present and participate in design reviews. Effectively engage with external customers and internal stakeholders to generate high quality work products on-schedule and on-budget. Generate high quality work products on-schedule and on-budget. Identify continuous improvement efforts as reliability engineering tasks are performed. Support program Engineering Configuration Change Board (CCB) and Corrective Action Board (CAB). Interpret Engineering drawings/schematics. This position is contingent upon contract award, the successful transfer of an active U.S Government Secret Clearance and the ability to obtain Special Program Access.Basic Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree with 8 years of experience, master's degree with 6 years of experience or a Ph.D. with 4 year of experience in Physics or related Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics technical fields; an additional 4 years of experience may be considered in lieu of a degree. U.S Citizenship required. An current/active U.S Government Secret Clearance. Ability to obtain Special Program Access (SAP). Experience collaborating across functional teams, including systems engineers, design engineers, component engineers, mission assurance, manufacturing, test, and program management, resulting in successful project outcomes. Experience performing reliability predictions utilizing standards such as Mil-Hdbk-217, VITA 51.1, physics of failure (PoF), field evaluations, etc. Experience performing analysis including FMECA, FTA, complex system modeling (Monte Carlo for example), derating/stress analysis, etc. Experience planning, conducting and managing Reliability programs, including reliability testing. Experience utilizing Windchill Quality Solutions and Reliasoft reliability analysis tools. Experience implementing subcontractor control and requirement flow down. Experience contributing to and/or making technical presentations to internal and external customers, and developing and submitting technical artifacts.Preferred Qualifications:
Advanced degrees in Science, Technology, Engineer, or Mathematics or other related technical fields. A U.S Government Top Secret Clearance or higher. Demonstrated understanding of maintainability, testability, and logistic support practices, ensuring alignment with system safety and human factors design principles as they relate to Reliability. Familiarity with design and manufacturing processes that involve both design and production phases. Experience with identifying and mitigating reliability risks. Experience with proposal development and contract negotiations. Experience with Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) methodologies. Northrop Grumman provides a comprehensive benefits package and a work environment which encourages your growth and supports the mutual success of our people and our company. Northrop Grumman benefits give you the flexibility and control to choose the benefits that make the most sense for you and your family. Your benefits will include the following: Health Plan, Savings Plan, Paid Time Off and Additional Benefits including Education Assistance, Training and Development, 9/80 Work Schedule (where available), and much more! Northrop Grumman has approximately 90,000 employees in all 50 states and in more than 27 countries. We strive to attract and retain the best employees by providing an inclusive work environment wherein employees are receptive to diverse ideas, perspectives, and talents to help solve our toughest customer challenges: to develop and maintain some of the most technically sophisticated products, programs, and services in the world. Our Values. The women and men of Northrop Grumman Corporation are guided by Our Values. They describe our company as we want it to be. We want our decisions and actions to demonstrate these Values. We believe that putting Our Values into practice creates long-term benefits for shareholders, customers, employees, suppliers, and the communities we serve. Our Responsibility. At Northrop Grumman, we are committed to maintaining the highest of ethical standards, embracing diversity and inclusion, protecting the environment, and striving to be an ideal corporate citizen in the community and in the world.Primary Level Salary Range:
$123,400.00 - $185,000.00 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.Benefits
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Professional Development
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance