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DescriptionNorthrop Grumman, Space Systems, is currently seeking a Principal/ Energetics Manufacturing Engineer - Level 2/3 also known as Controls Engineer - 2/3 to support our Tooling and Facilities Engineering team at the Promontory Utah facility.
Responsibilities Include:
Programming & Integration
- Integrate equipment for robotics, PLCs, servo drives, VFDs, sensors, and other instrumentation.
- Program Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs) to control a variety of processes, machine tools, and robotics (AllenBradley preferred).
- Develop and maintain HMI applications to support safe and efficient operations.
- Program variable frequency drives (VFDs) and servos for a wide range of motor control applications.
- Verify functionality and safety of new and modified control programs prior to implementation.
- Contribute to and follow programming standards, best practices, and the company software development lifecycle.
- Develop and maintain accurate documentation for supported equipment.
- Work as part of a team with Electrical Design and Controls Engineers on upgrades and new control systems.
Production Support & Troubleshooting
- Provide line stoppage support for PLCcontrolled and other automated processes.
- Work with Maintenance, Operations, and other Engineers to troubleshoot and resolve equipment and controls issues.
- Support various plant control systems (e.g., presses, autoclaves, mixers), including troubleshooting, reprogramming, and implementing software enhancements in support of Operations.
Networking & Cybersecurity
- Manage upgrades to processrelated computers and industrial PCs.
- Implement secure network connections to manufacturing equipment in coordination with IT/cyber teams.
- Apply basic networking concepts (e.g., VLANs, firewall rules) to support reliable and secure industrial control systems.
This position can be filled at either level 2 or 3
Basic Qualifications for Level 2 Engineer:
- Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering plus a minimum of 2 years of technical experience. - OR - Masters degree with 0 years of experience.
- Strong desire to work with control processes.
- Demonstrated understanding of PLC & HMI systems and programming; Prefer Allen Bradley.
- Able to perform basic PLC programming functions with minimal supervision.
- A desire to support and improve Manufacturing processes.
- Ability to obtain and maintain aU.S. GovernmentSecret Security Clearance.
- Ability to work effectively incrossfunctional teams.
- Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
Basic Qualifications for Level 3 Engineer:
- Bachelor of Science Degree in Engineering plus a minimum of 5 years of experience in Controls Engineering 6 OR 6 Masters of Science Degree in Engineering plus a minimum of 3 years of technical experience.
- Strong desire to work with control processes.
- Demonstrated ability to program PLCs, VFDs, Servos & HMIs; Prefer Allen Bradley.
- Demonstrated ability to take lead role on programming projects.
- A desire to support and improve Manufacturing processes.
- Ability to obtain and maintain aU.S. GovernmentSecret Security Clearance.
- Ability to work effectively incrossfunctional teams.
- Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Programming
- Allen Bradley Logix 5000 / Studio
- Allen Bradley Factory Talk View (SE & ME)
- FANUC robot programming
- Python
- LabView
- Ignition
- Hardware
- Knowledge of Allen Bradley PLC platform(s)
- Knowledge of basic sensors, contactors, relays, VFD, Servo, etc
- Knowledge of Beckhoff PLC platform(s)
- Networking skills
- VLAN
- Firewall rules
- Troubleshooting
Primary Level Salary Range: $79,300.00 - $118,900.00
Secondary Level Salary Range: $98,400.00 - $147,600.00
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 candidates 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.
