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Manufacturing Engineer Security Clearance

Job in Rolling Meadows, Cook County, Illinois, 60008, USA
Listing for: Northrop Grumman
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-02-28
Job specializations:
  • Engineering
    Manufacturing Engineer, Engineering Design & Technologists, Systems Engineer, Mechanical Engineer
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 79600 USD Yearly USD 79600.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Position: Manufacturing Engineer with Security Clearance
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.

Be part of Northrop Grumman's dynamic Manufacturing Engineering team in Rolling Meadows, IL. This team is responsible for the maintenance and design of contracted hardware sub-systems used in the support of airborne electronic systems and ground test systems to protect the war fighter. These sub-systems consist of legacy, state-of-the-art custom designed, and commercial-off-the-shelf (COTS) hardware enclosed in racks, chassis, and circuit cards.

The group also provides an opportunity to support and design ground mobile test and pilot training equipment used to verify operations, train USAF maintenance personnel and electronic warfare officers. The Manufacturing Engineer will support product design life cycle efforts utilizing iMRO software. Support fabrication through analysis, initial programming and data entry in support of Depot operations. In particular, the engineer will be responsible for generating the database using engineering hardware drawings and related documents to improve efficiency, and simplicity in fabrication clarity, production efficiency, accuracy, conformity and economy of fabrication, assembly, and installation.

The Manufacturing engineer will create updates to design drawings, fabrication documentation creates engineering change orders, support Electrical and Mechanical Engineers design reviews. Other tasks will include manufacturing engineering liaison support, working with suppliers, developing fixtures, testing hardware, and supporting Integration and Test (I&T) operations. Basic Qualifications for Manufacturing Engineer:
* Bachelor's degree in engineering related discipline or continuing education with 2-4 years of experience in Engineering documentation, CAD /CAM tools and CNC shop operations. A high school diploma/GED and 6-8 additional years of related experience may be accepted in lieu of degree.

* Experience in depot maintenance and repair controls and measures.

* Working knowledge and aptitude of DOD electro-mechanical assemblies / systems and hardware.

* Experience with 3D CAD modeling tools

* Engineering drawing interpretation and generation ANSI 14.

* Experience with hardware and software configuration management

* Ability to collaborate in a team environment in a Department of Defense (DoD) environment.

* Ability for infrequent travel (
* U.S. citizenship with the ability to obtain and maintain a Department of Defense (DoD) secret clearance.
* Preferred Qualifications

* Working knowledge of iMRO (Maintenance Repair Overhaul) software management (SAP iMRO/s4)

* Engineering drawings 3D CAD modeling tools (Solid Works)

* Experienced in CNC programing languages operation (HAAS)

* Current DoD Secret Clearance + NGSkills Primary Level Salary Range: $79,600.00 - $ 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 candidate's 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. Northrop Grumman is an Equal Opportunity 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…
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