2026 Associate Manufacturing Engineer - Rocket Center WV

Skip to main contentHomeProfileJob SearchApplicationsMy EventsJoin Talent NetworkSign InSingle PositionView All Jobs2026 Associate Manufacturing Engineer - Rocket Center WVUnited States-West Virginia-Rocket Center No longer accepting applications.Job IDR10239216Northrop Grumman is seeking Manufacturing Engineers. This position will be located at our Defense Systems Sector in Rocket Center, WV. The qualified candidate will become part of Northrop Grumman’s Missile Products team within the Weapon Systems Division.Specific responsibilities include:Develop manufacturing processes, work instructions and production layouts required to fabricate the product.Identify process improvements, capture feedback from Operations and incorporate changes into the manufacturing process.Respond to design and specification changes by capturing details into the manufacturing process.Respond to technical production issues associated with the product being fabricated.Work with maintenance staff to troubleshoot and repair production specific equipment.Generate specifications for procurement of new equipment.Assist in establishing safety requirements for facilities and equipment.Work in a multifunctional team to solve production related issues.Work with Quality Engineering to quickly and efficiently resolve MRB items. Establish Key Characteristics for manufacturing/processing and ensure systems are in place to monitor and control them.Analyze processes and equipment for process capabilities and downtime.Analyze yield and scrap rate data to aid in improving processes.Determine root cause and corrective actions for discrepancies.Generate and maintain Statistical Process Control programs for production products.Work as part of an Integrated Product Team to support both internal and external customers.Basic Qualifications: This requisition may be filled at either a level 1 or a level 2.  Basic qualifications for a Manufacturing Engineer 1 are a Bachelor’s Degree. Basic qualifications for a Manufacturing Engineer 2 are a Master’s Degree.A candidate must meet ALL of the below criteria. The candidate must:Be completing or has completed their degree (Bachelor’s, Master’s, or PhD) from an accredited institution by July 2026Be majoring in or having majored in in Manufacturing, Industrial, Mechanical, Aerospace Engineering or closely related degreeBe able to obtain a U.S. Government security clearance (U.S. citizenship is a pre-requisite)Preferred Qualifications:Have an overall cumulative GPA of 3.0/4.0 or higherExperience or coursework working in a production or manufacturing environment.Knowledge of composites fabrication processing including wet filament winding, hand layup, bonding, vacuum bagging and autoclave curing.Experience or coursework in generating written work instructions.Familiarity with preparation and analysis of statistical data to make processing decision.Knowledge of basic mechanical systems and tools and hands on experience.This position falls under a Federal Explosives License issued by the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF) for this location.  Candidates hired into this role will be required to complete and submit an Employee Possessor Questionnaire to ATF for approval to be a possessor.Salary Range:Level 1: $59,900 - 89,900Level 2: $72,100 - $108,100campusjobs Your PrivacyBy clicking “Accept All Cookies” you agree to the storing of cookies on your device to enhance site navigation, analyze site usage, and assist in our marketing efforts.Learn MoreCookies Settings Reject All Accept All CookiesPrivacy Preference CenterWhen you visit any website, it may store or retrieve information on your browser, mostly in the form of cookies. This information might be about you, your preferences, or your device, and is mostly used to make the site work as you expect. The information does not usually identify you directly, but it can give you a more personalized web experience. Because we respect your right to privacy, you can...