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Northrop Grumman
Materials & Processes Engineer/Principal Engineer (Composites) (2nd shift)
Iuka, MS
Jun 12, 2025
$73,100 - $109,700 a year
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RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be availableCLEARANCE TYPE: SecretTRAVEL: 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 has an opening for a experienced Materials & Processes Engineer / Principal Materials & Processes Engineer specializing in composite materials for airframe structures to join our team of qualified, diverse individuals within our Vehicle Engineering organization. Position located in Iuka, MS. Hiring for multiple shifts.

Key responsibilities:

• Performs root cause analysis of material failures, provides effective solutions to production composite issues

• Generates test plans & reports

• Analyzes, researches, designs and develops materials and their related fabrication and application processes to develop and optimize materials for use in engineering design of and/or application in structures, systems and subsystems

• Applies principles of chemistry, physics, and material behavior to develop non-metallic processing specifications, fabrication and assembly processes

• Develops, analyzes and applies material properties and design allowables, processing processes and quality engineering specifications

• Material analyses may include failure analysis of components, systems and subsystems, life predictions, and definition and requirement specifications

• May review and approve subcontractor material processing procedures

• May travel to subcontractor locations

Basic Qualifications:
(This requisition may be filled at either level based on qualifications below)

M&P Engineer (level 2) requires a minimum of a Bachelor of Science (BS) in a Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) discipline with a minimum of 2 years of experience to include a background in composite materials for airframe structures

Principal M&P Engineer (level 3) requires a minimum of a BS in a Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) discipline with a minimum of 5 years of experience to include a background in composite materials OR a Master of Science (MS) degree in a Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) discipline with a minimum of 3 years of experience to include a background in composite materials for airframe structures

• Experience with composite fabrication and design on aircraft

• Experience with repair processes composite materials used in aerospace structures

• Must be willing and able to work one or more of the following shifts: 2nd shift (3pm-12am EST) or 3/12 (7am-7pm EST)

• Must have the ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret Clearance prior to start

• Must have the ability to obtain and maintain Special Access Program (SAP) Clearance

Preferred Qualifications:

• Degree discipline in Materials Science or similar

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

• Ability to collaborate in a team environment

• Ability to prioritize multiple responsibilities and/or accomplishing them simultaneously

• Ability to comprehend and analyze complex problems and develop solutions

• Experience with military specs and standards

• Experience interfacing with a military customer

We offer flexible work arrangements, 9/80 work schedule with every other Friday off, phenomenal learning opportunities, exposure to a wide variety of projects and customers, and a very friendly team environment. We are looking for self-motivated, proactive, and goal-oriented people to help us grow our services and become even better at what we do.




Salary Range: $73,100.00 - $109,700.00Salary Range 2: $90,300.00 - $135,500.00The 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.PDN-9f224c95-89d2-4cfd-890d-fb0e62512f26
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Materials & Processes Engineer/Principal Engineer (Composites) (2nd shift)
Northrop Grumman
Iuka, MS
Jun 12, 2025
$73,100 - $109,700 a year
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