The posting
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 Weapons Systems is currently seeking Facilities Engineering Coordinator 3 or Facilities Engineering Coordinator 4 for our Elkton, Maryland location.
The Northrop Grumman Propulsion Systems and Controls (PS&C) facility in Elkton, Maryland began solid-propellant rocket operations in 1948. Today, the Elkton PS&C facility designs, develops, and produces solid-propellant propulsion and ordnance systems in programs professionally managed for a wide variety of Government and commercial customers. The facility also serves as the hub for offsite engineering and test facilities in Ronkonkoma, NY, Palm Beach Gardens, FL and San Jose, CA.
Job Summary:
As a Facilities Engineering Coordinator 3 or 4, you will be a key integrator between facilities engineering, maintenance, operations, and external contractors to ensure that construction, installation, rearrangement, and maintenance activities are executed safely, efficiently, and in accordance with engineering standards and regulatory requirements.
You will coordinate day-to-day facilities and equipment work across the Elkton campus, maintain close contact with contractor representatives, track project progress and costs, and verify that work is performed to specification. In this role, you will support the planning and execution of building modifications, equipment installations, and preventive maintenance activities, helping to maximize facility reliability and availability for production, test, and R&D operations.
At the higher level, you will serve as a subject-matter resource for coordinating complex work scopes, resolving field issues, and guiding lower-level staff in construction coordination, documentation, and contractor oversight.
Core Technical Responsibilities:
- Construction and Installation CoordinationCoordinate the construction, installation, relocation, or modification of building systems, process equipment, and infrastructure within assigned areas. Maintain daily contact with contractor representatives, clarify scope and design intent, and assist in resolving discrepancies between field conditions and design documents. Support pre-job planning meetings, job hazard analyses, and site readiness reviews to ensure safety and compliance before work begins.
- Work Execution OversightVerify that labor, materials, tools, and equipment used on projects align with approved plans, specifications, and purchase orders. Monitor work progress, perform in-process and final inspections, and confirm conformance to engineering standards, applicable codes, building techniques, and safety practices. Estimate percent completion of work activities and provide regular status updates on schedule, cost, and risk to designated project leads, facility engineers, and management.
- Documentation, Cost Tracking, and ReportingAssist in maintaining accurate records of as-built conditions, redlines, and close-out documentation for facilities projects. Track work orders, labor hours, and material usage in the CMMS and/or project tracking tools; support variance and trend analysis. Prepare concise progress summaries and cost-status reports for supervisors, facility engineers, and program stakeholders.
- Contractor, Vendor, and Stakeholder InterfaceCoordinate site access, escorting (as required), and daily work planning for contractors performing construction, installation, or maintenance activities. Interface with operations, maintenance, EHS, security, and program teams to minimize downtime and disruptions during facility work. Support onboarding of new contractors by communicating site expectations, safety practices, and facility procedures.
- Safety, Compliance, and QualityEnsure that work under your coordination complies with OSHA, NFPA, local building codes, HOPs/HAZOPs, and site safety requirements. Participate in safety walks, incident reviews, and corrective-action implementation related to construction and maintenance work. Help enforce lockout/tagout, housekeeping, and other safety controls in coordination with maintenance and EHS.
- Level DifferentiationCoordinator 3:Coordinates moderately complex work packages with limited supervision; resolves routine issues and escalates more complex problems to facility engineers and managers. Applies established procedures and standards to typical construction, installation, and maintenance scopes. Coordinator 4:Leads coordination of complex, multi-trade work scopes; serves as a resource to others in resolving field issues and sequencing constraints. May act as a lead for lower-level coordinators or technicians, assisting in training, assigning tasks, and checking work for completeness and accuracy. Independently adapts procedures and approaches to non-routine situations and evolving field conditions.
This requisition may be filled with either Facilities Engineering Coordinator 3 or Facilities Engineering Coordinator 4, depending on years of experience and qualifications.
Basic Qualifications for Facilities Engineering Coordinator 3:
- High School diploma or equivalent and 4 years of additional education and/or related facilities, construction, or maintenance coordination experience.
- Demonstrated experience coordinating construction, installation, or maintenance activities for building systems, production equipment, or infrastructure.
- Familiarity with engineering drawings, specifications, and basic building codes; ability to recognize discrepancies between field conditions and design documents.
- Experience interfacing with contractors, maintenance teams, and internal stakeholders to schedule work, resolve issues, and communicate status.
- Ability to track labor, materials, and work progress, and to estimate percent completion of assigned projects or work orders.
- Comfortable operating with limited supervision: minimal instructions needed on routine work; able to organize daily tasks and escalate issues appropriately.
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail, with the ability to manage multiple work streams in parallel.
- Proficiency with the Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook); ability to learn CMMS and project-tracking tools.
- Must be able to obtain a DoD Secret clearance; U.S. Citizenship is a prerequisite.
- Ability to consistently work an early first-shift schedule, including being onsite by 6:00 a.m. on regular workdays to support production and facilities needs.
- Ability to travel up to 10% of the time to meet customers and vendors.
Basic Qualifications for Facilities Engineering Coordinator 4:
- High School diploma or equivalent and 6 years of additional education and/or related facilities, construction, or maintenance coordination experience.
- Extensive experience coordinating complex construction, installation, or maintenance projects involving multiple trades, stakeholders, and constraints.
- Strong working knowledge of engineering drawings, specifications, and relevant building codes and standards; ability to interpret and apply these to field conditions and contractor work.
- Proven experience serving as the primary field coordination point for contractors and internal teams, including planning work sequences, resolving conflicts, and minimizing operational impact.
- Demonstrated ability to work with minimal supervision, adapt to changing requirements, and operate effectively without established procedures when necessary.
- Experience mentoring or guiding lower-level staff, technicians, or coordinators in daily coordination practices, documentation, and safety expectations.
- Strong communication and negotiation skills, with a track record of effective interaction with individuals from other departments and outside organizations.
- Proficiency with the Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) and experience using CMMS and/or project scheduling tools.
- Must be able to obtain a DoD Secret clearance; U.S. Citizenship is a prerequisite.
- Ability to consistently work an early first-shift schedule, including being onsite by 6:00 a.m. on regular workdays to support production and facilities needs.
- Ability to travel up to 10% of the time to meet customers and vendors.
Preferred Qualifications (applicable to both levels):
- Experience working in an industrial, aerospace, defense, or high-hazard manufacturing environment.
- Familiarity with CMMS systems (e.g., SAP, Maximo, Leading2Lean) for work order management and asset history.
- Knowledge of OSHA, NFPA, HOPs/HAZOPs, PSM, and other safety and regulatory frameworks relevant to industrial facilities.
- Experience supporting capital projects, including basic schedule tracking, coordination of shutdowns, and punch-list/closeout activities.
- Certification or training in construction management, facilities management, or project coordination.
- Experience supporting or coordinating work in classified or restricted facilities.
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.
This role places you at the heart of next‑generation propulsion systems that power national defense and space exploration. You will work with cutting‑edge manufacturing processes, high‑energy test cells and classified R&D laboratories, all while enjoying the lifestyle benefits of the Upper Chesapeake Bay—trails, water recreation, historic towns and a short commute to both Philadelphia and Baltimore. Northrop Grumman offers a global talent network, robust leadership‑development programs and access to advanced technical training, providing a clear path for career growth and personal fulfillment.
If you are a technically accomplished, data‑driven facilities leader eager to drive reliability, sustainability and mission success for a world‑class propulsion manufacturing campus, we invite you to submit your résumé and a concise cover letter highlighting your most relevant capital‑project and operational achievements.
Northrop Grumman is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Primary Level Salary Range: $0.00 - $0.00
Secondary Level Salary Range: $0.00 - $0.00
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.
