Principal Mechanical Design Engineer / Sr. Principal Mechanical Design Engineer

US CITIZENSHIP REQUIRED FOR THIS POSITION: Yes

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available

CLEARANCE TYPE: None

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.

The Mechanical Design Engineer researches, plans, designs and develops mechanical products and systems such as instruments, controls, robots, engines, machines and mechanical, thermal hydraulic or heat transfer systems for production, transmission, measurement, and use of energy. Applies research to the planning, design, development, and testing of mechanical and/or electromechanical systems, instruments, controls, engines, and/or machines.

Additional Requirements

• Design and Modeling in 3D CAD (Computer-Aided Design) software
• Fundamental structural analysis techniques
• Drafting using CAD software
• Fabrication support at vendors including acceptance testing and inspection.
• End-user support during integration operations
• Conceptual design
• Requirements definition
• Integration & Test process flow development

Basic Qualifications Principal Mechanical Design Engineer:

• Bachelors in Mechanical, Aerospace Engineering, or a STEM discipline AND 5 years of engineering experience OR Master’s degree in a STEM discipline AND 3 years of engineering experience, OR PhD in STEM discipline AND 0 years or engineering experience.
• Experience
• manufacturing, design and drawing practices including geometric dimensioning and tolerancing
• Experience or coursework in CAD systems: NX CAD, SolidWorks or CREO
• Knowledge and experience with MS Office (Word, Excel, Power Point, Outlook)
• Ability to work independently as well as in a team environment.
• Ability to multitask and organize/prioritize job assignments in a fast-paced and gated-release engineering development environment.
• This position is contingent upon the ability to obtain/maintain DoD Secret Clearance, and Contract Award.

Basic Qualifications Sr. Principal Mechanical Design Engineer:

• Bachelors in Mechanical, Aerospace Engineering, or a STEM discipline AND 9 years of engineering experience OR Master’s degree in a STEM discipline AND 7 years of engineering experience, OR PhD in STEM discipline AND 4 years or engineering experience.
• Experience in manufacturing, design and drawing practices including geometric dimensioning and tolerancing.
• Experience in CAD systems: NX CAD, SolidWorks or CREO
• Knowledge and experience with MS Office (Word, Excel, Power Point, Outlook)
• Ability to work independently as well as in a team environment.
• Ability to multitask and organize/prioritize job assignments in a fast-paced and gated-release engineering development environment.
• This position is contingent upon the ability to obtain/maintain DoD Secret Clearance, and Contract Award.

Preferred Qualifications

• Active Secret clearance
• Master's degree in applicable area.
• Proficiency with mechanical computer aided design (CAD) software, preferably design and analysis experience with PTC Creo Parametric 4.0.
• Practical understanding of GD&T (ASME Y14.5-2009)
• Detailed mechanical design knowledge of structures, mechanisms, release and drive actuators, and material selection.
• Space craft/aerospace materials experience in metals, adhesives, thermoplastics, etc.
• Working knowledge of applicable manufacturing processes such as machining, finishing, and rapid prototyping.
• Demonstrable problem solving skills with hands-on project experience.
• Excellent technical communication skills and strong analytical skills.
• Self-motivated with the ability to organize and prioritize job assignments and tasks.
• Ability to work independently as well as in an integrated team and adapt to change and dynamic requirements.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint…).

Salary Range: $97,500.00 - $146,300.00Salary Range 2: $120,900.00 - $181,300.00

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.

Employees may be eligible for 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.

Northrop Grumman is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action 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/AA and Pay Transparency statement, please visit http://www.northropgrumman.com/EEO. U.S. Citizenship is required for most positions.