Material/Process Engineer - Level 2
Company: Northrop Grumman
Location: Charlotte
Posted on: April 2, 2026
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Job Description:
RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available
CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: No CLEARANCE TYPE: None TRAVEL: No
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’s Space Sector is
seeking a Material and Process Engineer – Level 2 to join our team
in Charlotte, NC. This position is 100% onsite and cannot
accommodate telecommute work. An organization within Northrop
Grumman’s, SYNOPTICS is the world-wide leader in the growth,
fabrication, and coating of crystalline materials used in laser
systems. These “solid-state” laser crystals are used in products
ranging from medical lasers to military laser systems. The
Charlotte facility has been operating for over 60 years in the
laser industry and has developed the reputation of providing the
highest quality products with timely deliveries. Within the
facility, solid-state oxide and fluoride crystals are grown from a
high-temperature melt. SYNOPTICS has full optical fabrication
capabilities for various plano and spherical geometries. SYNOPTICS
serves the photonics and optics industry across the globe. Learn
more about SYNOPTICS at our website:
https://www.northropgrumman.com/space/synoptics/. In this job, you
will: Develop crystal growth processes for materials new to
SYNOPTICS. Work with manufacturing personnel to develop, improve,
document, and transition new processes to manufacturing. Developing
a thorough understanding of the current crystal growth techniques
at SYNOPTICS. Some sustaining engineering duties will be assigned
in which the engineer will be responsible for an established growth
process including data collection, process control, designed
experiments, process documentation, and operator training. Written
documentation will be required for new processes and process
improvements. Participate in process improvement projects as a team
member or lead and technical training for manufacturing employees
(training may require some shift flexibility on a limited basis.)
Participate in developing new business opportunities which may
include responding to government solicitations and
attending/presenting at technical conferences. Basic
Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree with 2 years of professional
experience – OR – Master’s degree with 0 years of professional
experience. No clearance required to start Crystal Growth or
materials processing and synthesis experience with specific
knowledge of solidification principles, intrinsic growth defect
formation, understanding phase diagrams, and solid-liquid chemistry
of oxide systems is required. A strong grasp on engineering
principles is required Knowledge of Six Sigma and Lean
Manufacturing techniques is beneficial Must be a self-starter and
have excellent analytical skills as well as good verbal and written
communication skills. Preferred Qualifications: Experience in solid
state crystal growth is preferred Masters Degree or PhD preferred
Hazardous Materials: Hydrochloric, Sulfuric, and Phosphoric Acids;
Acetone, Methanol Curious about all the exciting developments with
the Northrop Grumman Space Sector? Click the link below:
https://www.northropgrumman.com/space Primary Level Salary Range:
$79,600.00 - $119,400.00 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 protected class. For our
complete EEO and pay transparency statement, please visit
http://www.northropgrumman.com/EEO. U.S. Citizenship is required
for all positions with a government clearance and certain other
restricted positions.
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