Northrop Grumman
Engineer Packaging Level 1 OR 2
United States-California-Palmdale
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- Seniority
- Mid level
- Stated salary
- $69,400 per year
- Country
- US
- Work mode
- On-site / unstated
- First seen by hirly
- 3 Oct 2026
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RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available
CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: No
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 is currently seeking out a mission-driven Associate Engineer Packaging or Engineer Packaging to join our team of qualified, diverse individuals at our Palmdale, CA location.
This position will report to the GSC Aeronautics Systems Packaging, Handling, Storage, & Transportability (PHS&T) Manager and will be responsible for developing and maintaining innovative packaging solutions in support of all programs and sites across the sector, such as specialized containers, pallets, material handling devices, shipping fixtures, shadow boards, and parts protection devices. Job duties will encompass leadership in determining packaging specifications according to the nature of various products, cost limitations, quality & legal requirements, and the type of protection required, considering need for resistance to such external variables as moisture, corrosive chemicals, temperature variations, light heat, rough handling, and tampering. Packaging solutions will include documentation management and an understanding of Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs).
Job Responsibilities:
Designing packaging & material handling solutions to ensure safe storage, movement, and transport of items to end destinations.
Participate in program/ homeroom meetings with internal and/or external representatives concerning material, manufacturing, programmatic risks, constraints, and design reviews.
Create Basis of Estimates (BOEs) in support of Program proposal efforts that are aligned with PHS&T’s statement of work and meeting cost, schedule, delivery, and affordability goals as it pertains to business objectives.
This position may be filled as a Level 1 or Level 2 based on the qualifications outlined below.
Basic Qualifications:
Associate Engineer Packaging Level 1:
Bachelor’s Degree in Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics (STEM)
Knowledge of design techniques & principles utilizing 3D/2D Computer-Aided Design (CAD), CATIA, NX, or similar software within aerospace and/or other similar industrial industries.
Experience working with suppliers and procurement.
Experience in managing the implementation and delivery of engineering solutions in support of Government customers.
Must be able to obtain and maintain a U.S Government Secret level clearance within a reasonable amount of time after hired date, as determined by the Company to meet its business requirements.
Engineer Packaging Level 2:
Bachelor’s Degree in Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics (STEM) discipline with 2 years of relevant experience including, packaging engineering, manufacturing engineering, and/or supply chain; OR a Master’s degree
Knowledge of design techniques & principles utilizing 3D/2D Computer-Aided Design (CAD), CATIA, NX, or similar software within aerospace and/or other similar industrial industries.
Minimum of 1 years of experience of project management.
Experience working with suppliers and procurement.
Experience in managing the implementation and delivery of engineering solutions in support of Government customers.
Must be able to obtain and maintain a U.S Government Secret level clearance within a reasonable amount of time after hired date, as determined by the Company to meet its business requirements.
Preferred Qualifications:
Knowledge of 49 Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) & International Air Transport Association (IATA) requirements.
Detailed understanding of various methods of parts protection and shipment of equipment via land, air, & sea.
Primary Level Salary Range: $69,400.00 - $104,000.00
Secondary Level Salary Range: $83,400.00 - $125,200.00
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.
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