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Northrop Grumman Space Systems- Propulsion Division is currently looking for a Principal / Senior Principal Maintenance Reliability Engineer to join our Facilities and Maintenance group supporting our manufacturing operations at our Promontory facility located near Corinne, Utah . This position will occasionally support the Clearfield , and Bacchus locations.

Candidate must be willing to travel to all 3 campuses and be on site. This requisition may be filled at a higher grade based on qualifications listed below.

Description & Responsibilities:

• As a Maintenance Reliability Engineer, you will specialize in various types of automated mechanical/electrical components and manufacturing equipment/facilities.

• Develop and implement machine monitoring strategies to support the reliability centered maintenance program to predict machine failures before they happen using vibration, temperature, and other variable analysis.

• Review existing manufacturing equipment and becomes completely familiar with the OEM's manufacturing build protocol as it relates to machine function.

• Provide emphasis to ensure that the correct preventative maintenance procedures are in place as it relates to the mechanical and electrical systems and recommend all critical spare parts to keep the plant operational on a 24/7 basis.

• Work to ensure that all manufacturing equipment performs at their ultimate performance level and maintain a high level of machine uptime.

• Considerable latitude for independent action and decision making.

• Support our current facility and allow it to grow to the next level of operations and production.

• Prepare presentations and reports detailing the Operational Equipment Effectiveness on assets you support.

• Aid in developing standard specifications for future equipment purchases.

Competencies for Success:

• Must have good oral and written communication skills.

• Must have excellent conflict resolution and negotiating skills.

• Ability to manage time and multi-task.

• Ability to solve problems.

• Ability to perform Root Cause Corrective Action.

• Ability to perform FMEA analysis.

• Ability to develop maintenance strategies.

• Ability to work independently and use judgment to make appropriate decisions that support overall project objectives.

• Ability to drive projects and processes.

• Ability to partner with leadership at all levels.

• Ability to troubleshoot problems and resolve issues in a short time frame.

• Ability to analyze data.

Basic Qualifications:

• Minimum of 5 years' experience with manufacturing processes, equipment, or manufacturing facilities support/maintenance.

• Basic understanding of various types of manufacturing equipment.

• Understanding of CAPEX engineering projects or equipment installation.

• Experience interacting with craftsmen, maintenance planners, and management.

• Understanding of reliability concepts (i.e., MTTR, MTBF, probability of failure, condition monitoring, etc.)

• Experience with CMMS/EAM and equipment failure data analysis

• Ability to negotiate and consult with vendors as required to maintain and repair mechanical equipment.

• Proficient in Word, Excel, MS Project, PowerPoint, PowerBI.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience as a Reliability Engineer in a manufacturing environment.

• Experience with PTC ThingWorx, Python, or other Industrial IoT technology.

• Experience with predictive analytics / machine learning.

• Experience with PLCs and generating tags.

• Experience with additive manufacturing.

• Experience with CAD software.

• Experience with high and low voltage electrical systems.

• Experience leading high functioning cross functional teams.

• Experience implementing CMMS/EAM in an organization.

• Experience with CNC equipment and control system including Allen Bradly, FANUC, and Siemens.

• Experience in installing, commissioning, supporting or maintaining industrial manufacturing equipment.

Education Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, manufacturing engineering, or a related engineering discipline.

• Minimum 5+ years of related work experience, or 3 years with Master's degree.

• Position may be filled at a higher level requiring 9 years with a Bachelor's degree; 7 years with a Master's degree; or 4 years with a PhD

Salary Range: $92,600 - $139,000

Salary Range 2: $114,900 - $172,300

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 http://www.northropgrumman.com/EEO . U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.