Sr Principal Engineer Manufacturing Systems

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance 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 Mission Systems is a trusted provider of mission-enabling solutions for global security. We have a wide portfolio of secure, affordable, integrated, and multi-domain systems and technologies. Our differentiated battle management and cyber solutions deliver timely, mission-enabling information and provide superior situational awareness and understanding to protect the U.S. and its global allies. Northrop Grumman Mission Systems Manufacturing Engineering is seeking a  Sr Principal Manufacturing Systems Engineer (MSE)  to join our Operations Team based in Rolling Meadows, IL . The Manufacturing Systems Engineer will be responsible for shaping and executing the Product Line strategy across the Infrared Counter Measure (IRCM) portfolio as well as consulting as a subject matter expert on capital projects, MTA and IRAD efforts. What you will get to do: ​Engage with the IRCM program teams during pre-proposal, proposal, and early execution program phases to offer insight into higher yielding, novel, and evolving manufacturing processes. Develop a Manufacturing Plan for each phase of the program Perform a Manufacturing Readiness Assessment (MRA) Lead design for automation efforts Cost Modeling and Design to Cost activities Deploy digital transformation of MSE work products for the use of efficient and successful manufacturing planning Identify producibility gaps between current and required capabilities for executing on new hardware, then developing Manufacturing Maturity Plans (MMP) to address these gaps. MMPs will include but not be limited to execution of Affordability, Manufacturing Planning, NCTA Planning, Capital Planning and Strategic Sourcing Efforts. Ensure success of critical Technology Demonstrator builds in the factory for IRCM programs Establishment of NCTA, CRAD, and Capital funding plans that ensure execution readiness for IRCM programs in the factory and supply base The Manufacturing Systems Engineering must perform in a fast-paced, dynamic, and high visibility operation.   They must be able to communicate written and verbally, have a passion for people, innovation, and excellence, along with the ability to effectively collaborate with multiple disciplines to solve complex issues. The ideal candidate will: Effectively communicate technical information both written and verbally Possess demonstrated Project Management skills Basic Qualifications for the Sr Principal Manufacturing Systems Engineering: Bachelor’s Degree in a related STEM field and a minimum of 8 years of relevant work experience; OR 6 or more years or relevant work experience with a Master's degree. Demonstrated experience developing and improving manufacturing assembly or test processes for complex hardware Experience in manufacturing system engineering processes and products throughout the program life cycle, as well as providing technical leadership and guidance. Experience with NCTA, CRAD, or Capital project including submittal and execution. Experience with gated development processes and major