Manufacturing Systems Engineer /Principal Manufacturing Systems Engineer - VMT_VR Development
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Posted : Tuesday, April 16, 2024 07:32 PM
Requisition ID: R10142407
Category: Engineering
Location: Palmdale, California, United States of America
Citizenship required: United States Citizenship
Clearance Type: Secret
Telecommute: No- Teleworking not available for this position
Shift: 1st Shift (United States of America)
Travel Required: Yes, 10% of the Time
Relocation Assistance: Relocation assistance may be available
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 Manufacturing Systems Engineer and a Principal Manufacturing Systems Engineer to join our team of qualified, diverse individuals.
This position will be located in Palmdale, CA.
This role will be supporting Virtual Maintenance Trainer (VMT) and Virtual Reality (VR) Development.
Also, will drive the development of virtual reality training solutions systems containing logical and mathematical solutions for 3D game-based training.
These solutions entail creating and conducting training programs using immersive virtual or computer-based simulations to train maintenance personnel.
A Manufacturing Systems Engineer will: Keep up to date with advancements in technology and maintenance practices to enhance training content and methods continually.
Identifying, tracking, and modeling requirements to create virtual maintenance training programs and materials, including interactive simulations, videos, and presentations, to instruct maintenance technicians and personnel.
Maintaining documentation, interface control documents, and records of training sessions, participants' progress, and training materials for compliance and reporting purposes.
Work closely with subject matter experts, instructional designers, and other stakeholders to improve training content and methods.
Conduct virtual training sessions via online platforms or in virtual reality environments, ensuring participants acquire practical skills and knowledge.
Ensure that all training materials and programs adhere to safety regulations and industry standards.
Set up and maintain VR hardware and software, including headsets, controllers, tracking systems, and VR-ready computers.
Ensure all equipment is in good working order and troubleshoot technical issues.
Install, update, and manage VR software applications and simulations.
Collaborate with developers or vendors to ensure software compatibility and functionality.
Maintain an inventory of VR hardware, software licenses, and accessories.
Order new equipment or replacement parts when necessary.
Keep detailed records of equipment maintenance, user interactions, and troubleshooting efforts.
Provide reports or documentation as required.
This position may be filled at a Level 2 or a Level 3 based on the qualifications outlined below.
****Pending program win**** Basic Qualifications for Manufacturing Systems Engineer: Bachelor's Degree in a STEM discipline with 2 years' experience in aviation, systems engineering, aerospace, or manufacturing/production; OR Master's Degree with 0 years' experience.
Ability to obtain and maintain a DOD Secret level clearance to include Special Program Access within a reasonable period, as defined by the company to meet its business needs.
Experience with systems engineering processes, methodologies, tools, and products required to develop, integrate, evaluate, produce, deliver, operate, and sustain the virtual training environment over its operational life.
Strong technical skills and familiarity with VR development platforms and tools.
Must be active learner of hardware and software applications.
Experience with Agile management methodology and tools (e.
g.
,TFS or Jira) Create user manuals and training materials for instructors and trainees.
Develop and update functional, physical, and logical internal and external Interface Control Documents (ICDs).
Ability to travel 10% of the time.
Basic Qualifications for Principal Manufacturing Systems Engineer: Bachelor's Degree in a STEM discipline with 5 years' experience in aviation, systems engineering, aerospace, or manufacturing/production; OR Master's Degree with 3 years' experience OR PhD with 0 years’ experience Ability to obtain and maintain a DOD Secret level clearance to include Special Program Access within a reasonable period, as defined by the company to meet its business needs.
Experience with systems engineering processes, methodologies, tools, and products required to develop, integrate, evaluate, produce, deliver, operate, and sustain the virtual training environment over its operational life.
Strong technical skills and familiarity with VR development platforms and tools.
Must be active learner of hardware and software applications.
Experience with Agile management methodology and tools (e.
g.
,TFS or Jira) Create user manuals and training materials for instructors and trainees.
Develop and update functional, physical, and logical internal and external Interface Control Documents (ICDs).
Ability to travel 10% of the time.
Preferred Qualifications: A current and active DoD Secret level security clearance with a periodic re-investigation OR an original adjudication date completed within the last 5 years Bachelor's Degree in a STEM field Current Special Program Access Demonstrated technical leadership skills, decisiveness, and ability to make sound technical judgments with limited information Well-versed, skilled, and disciplined in system engineering processes Experience with using Microsoft Office Products (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, MS-Project, Visio) Experience in the development, integration, and deployment of network architecture and digital infrastructure Experience in generating requirements, specifically, the ability to turn vague customer needs or stakeholder inputs into requirements.
Experience working with IPTs, other stakeholders, and various customers such as Air Force and Navy Proposal experience, and experience in other early phases of program lifecycle Advanced Communication Systems Experience Prior experience operating in a dynamic environment of increasing production schedules and high delivery rates Siemens NX, TcE, CPLM, SAP, and Manufacturing Execution Systems CAM Experience Experience in hardware/software integration of manufacturing systems Experience with production assembly/fabrication including Digital Transformation, Augmented Reality/Virtual Reality, Systems Integration, IIoT, RFID, and/or production manufacturing operations Extensive experience working with Edge Devices (EUD) (HoloLens1, HoloLens2, Tablets) Working knowledge of classified information systems infrastructure Digital Manufacturing experience Architecture, Design & Integration experience for engineering systems and software Technical Writing capability Project / Program Management skills (proposal creation, scheduling, budget tracking) Strong Familiarity with Process Development & Controls Experience in instructional design and training development is a plus.
Salary Range: $87,200 - $130,800 Salary Range 2: $107,300 - $160,900 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.
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 https://www.
northropgrumman.
com/EEO.
U.
S.
Citizenship is required for most positions.
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 Manufacturing Systems Engineer and a Principal Manufacturing Systems Engineer to join our team of qualified, diverse individuals.
This position will be located in Palmdale, CA.
This role will be supporting Virtual Maintenance Trainer (VMT) and Virtual Reality (VR) Development.
Also, will drive the development of virtual reality training solutions systems containing logical and mathematical solutions for 3D game-based training.
These solutions entail creating and conducting training programs using immersive virtual or computer-based simulations to train maintenance personnel.
A Manufacturing Systems Engineer will: Keep up to date with advancements in technology and maintenance practices to enhance training content and methods continually.
Identifying, tracking, and modeling requirements to create virtual maintenance training programs and materials, including interactive simulations, videos, and presentations, to instruct maintenance technicians and personnel.
Maintaining documentation, interface control documents, and records of training sessions, participants' progress, and training materials for compliance and reporting purposes.
Work closely with subject matter experts, instructional designers, and other stakeholders to improve training content and methods.
Conduct virtual training sessions via online platforms or in virtual reality environments, ensuring participants acquire practical skills and knowledge.
Ensure that all training materials and programs adhere to safety regulations and industry standards.
Set up and maintain VR hardware and software, including headsets, controllers, tracking systems, and VR-ready computers.
Ensure all equipment is in good working order and troubleshoot technical issues.
Install, update, and manage VR software applications and simulations.
Collaborate with developers or vendors to ensure software compatibility and functionality.
Maintain an inventory of VR hardware, software licenses, and accessories.
Order new equipment or replacement parts when necessary.
Keep detailed records of equipment maintenance, user interactions, and troubleshooting efforts.
Provide reports or documentation as required.
This position may be filled at a Level 2 or a Level 3 based on the qualifications outlined below.
****Pending program win**** Basic Qualifications for Manufacturing Systems Engineer: Bachelor's Degree in a STEM discipline with 2 years' experience in aviation, systems engineering, aerospace, or manufacturing/production; OR Master's Degree with 0 years' experience.
Ability to obtain and maintain a DOD Secret level clearance to include Special Program Access within a reasonable period, as defined by the company to meet its business needs.
Experience with systems engineering processes, methodologies, tools, and products required to develop, integrate, evaluate, produce, deliver, operate, and sustain the virtual training environment over its operational life.
Strong technical skills and familiarity with VR development platforms and tools.
Must be active learner of hardware and software applications.
Experience with Agile management methodology and tools (e.
g.
,TFS or Jira) Create user manuals and training materials for instructors and trainees.
Develop and update functional, physical, and logical internal and external Interface Control Documents (ICDs).
Ability to travel 10% of the time.
Basic Qualifications for Principal Manufacturing Systems Engineer: Bachelor's Degree in a STEM discipline with 5 years' experience in aviation, systems engineering, aerospace, or manufacturing/production; OR Master's Degree with 3 years' experience OR PhD with 0 years’ experience Ability to obtain and maintain a DOD Secret level clearance to include Special Program Access within a reasonable period, as defined by the company to meet its business needs.
Experience with systems engineering processes, methodologies, tools, and products required to develop, integrate, evaluate, produce, deliver, operate, and sustain the virtual training environment over its operational life.
Strong technical skills and familiarity with VR development platforms and tools.
Must be active learner of hardware and software applications.
Experience with Agile management methodology and tools (e.
g.
,TFS or Jira) Create user manuals and training materials for instructors and trainees.
Develop and update functional, physical, and logical internal and external Interface Control Documents (ICDs).
Ability to travel 10% of the time.
Preferred Qualifications: A current and active DoD Secret level security clearance with a periodic re-investigation OR an original adjudication date completed within the last 5 years Bachelor's Degree in a STEM field Current Special Program Access Demonstrated technical leadership skills, decisiveness, and ability to make sound technical judgments with limited information Well-versed, skilled, and disciplined in system engineering processes Experience with using Microsoft Office Products (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, MS-Project, Visio) Experience in the development, integration, and deployment of network architecture and digital infrastructure Experience in generating requirements, specifically, the ability to turn vague customer needs or stakeholder inputs into requirements.
Experience working with IPTs, other stakeholders, and various customers such as Air Force and Navy Proposal experience, and experience in other early phases of program lifecycle Advanced Communication Systems Experience Prior experience operating in a dynamic environment of increasing production schedules and high delivery rates Siemens NX, TcE, CPLM, SAP, and Manufacturing Execution Systems CAM Experience Experience in hardware/software integration of manufacturing systems Experience with production assembly/fabrication including Digital Transformation, Augmented Reality/Virtual Reality, Systems Integration, IIoT, RFID, and/or production manufacturing operations Extensive experience working with Edge Devices (EUD) (HoloLens1, HoloLens2, Tablets) Working knowledge of classified information systems infrastructure Digital Manufacturing experience Architecture, Design & Integration experience for engineering systems and software Technical Writing capability Project / Program Management skills (proposal creation, scheduling, budget tracking) Strong Familiarity with Process Development & Controls Experience in instructional design and training development is a plus.
Salary Range: $87,200 - $130,800 Salary Range 2: $107,300 - $160,900 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.
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 https://www.
northropgrumman.
com/EEO.
U.
S.
Citizenship is required for most positions.
• Phone : NA
• Location : 3520 E Ave M, Palmdale, CA
• Post ID: 9018168001
