Sentinel Sr Principal Industrial Engineer

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. Join Northrop Grumman on our continued mission to push the boundaries of possible across land, sea, air, space, and cyberspace. Enjoy a culture where your voice is valued and start contributing to our team of passionate professionals providing real-life solutions to our world’s biggest challenges. We take pride in creating purposeful work and allowing our employees to grow and achieve their goals every day by Defining Possible. With our competitive pay and comprehensive benefits, we have the right opportunities to fit your life and launch your career today. Northrop Grumman Defense Systems is seeking a Sr. Principal Industrial Engineer (T04 level). This position will be located in Roy, UT and will support the Sentinel program, on the Production Operations Team. What You’ll Get To Do: This role will support production activities for the Air Vehicle Equipment (AVE) Team. As the Sr. Principal Industrial Engineer, you will be expected to be the Industrial Engineering Lead and provide project guidance to other IEs on your team. The preferred candidate will be an individual with a bias for action, strategic thinking, data analysis, problem-solving, exceptional customer focus, communications, and a sound foundation in Industrial Engineering concepts, with an expertise in scheduling, manpower, and facility layouts. General skills and expectations within the role include: Strong foundation in Industrial Engineering fundamentals (Production Intervals, Cycle Times, Forecasting, Manufacturing Experience, Takt Time, Continuous Improvement) Understand principles of capacity (efficiencies, standards, constraints, etc.) Knowledge of manufacturing flows and how they interface with shop floor and Global Supply Chain to perform analysis and projections Experience conducting Manufacturing Readiness Assessments (MRAs) with Suppliers Experience with cost management (Earned Value, Milestone payments) Develop cost/risk benefit summaries and recommendations for leadership Experience with Project Management and manufacturing schedules Ability to create detailed manufacturing waterfall schedules with setbacks to independent demands Utilize process improvement methodology (e.g., value stream mapping, employee engagement techniques, flow reduction, etc.) Understand labor standard development and work measurement Experience creating factory and facility layouts Engage and collaborate with programs and functional organizations (from individual contributors to executive staff) to obtain, understand, and interpret manufacturing facilitation and scheduling requirements Document, track and monitor problems to ensure a timely resolution Utilize your strong organizational, planning and decision-making skills and the ability to work as a team member and with other members from different technical backgrounds Ability to work autonomously with minimal supervision and coordinate with teams at different site locations Create and present technical briefings for upper management and technical leadership. Position Benefits: As a full-time employee of Northrop Grumman Defense Systems, you are eligible for our robust benefits package including: Medical, Dental & Vision coverage, 401k, Educational Assistance, Life Insurance, Employee Assistance Programs & Work/Life Solutions, Paid Time Off, Health & Wellness Resources, Employee Discounts. This positions standard work schedule is a 9/80. The 9/80 schedule allows employees who work a nine-hour day Monday through Thursday to take every other Friday off. This role may offer a competitive relocation assistance package.