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Northrop Grumman Space Systems is searching for a Principal or Sr. Principal I&T Aeronautical Engineer (Level 3 or 4) to be an integration and test engineer in Launch Vehicles, at our Chandler, AZ facility. This position will be 100% on-site in Chandler.

Job Responsibilities

The candidate will serve as an I&T Principal or Senior Principal Engineer for one of our key programs, requiring the candidate to function in a dynamic multi-disciplinary environment. Daily responsibilities may require direct contact with launch vehicle flight hardware and mechanical and electrical ground support equipment. Specific duties may include:

Your Role and Impact:

Establish Space Systems system tools to be used for program execution
Leading/directing/performing hands-on mechanical integration and/or electrical testing at a systems level
Developing/maintaining procedures for the assembly and test of launch vehicle systems
Developing concept of operations for assembly and testing of vehicles
Incorporating hardware and/or software design changes
Documenting & dispositioning hardware discrepancies, pursuing root cause & corrective actions
Planning and scheduling day to day tasks
Constant and timely communication with other team members and leadership
Leading, training, tasking other engineers and team members
Transferring knowledge to less experienced I&T engineers
Guiding, mentoring and training other team members, face-to-face, on a daily basis

This role may be filled at either Level 3 or Level 4.

Basic Qualifications for Level 3:

Bachelor’s degree in a STEM field with 5 years of relevant experience - OR - Master’s degree with 3 years of relevant experience
Requires an active U.S. Government Secret security clearance at time of application, current and within scope, with the ability to obtain a U.S. Government Top-Security security clearance
Hands-on mechanical integration, electrical testing and diagnostic experience
Experience with aerospace standards/guidelines
Ability to travel: Travel expectation is 10-20%which requires the possession of, or the ability to obtain, a U.S. Passport for travel
Experience leading/training other engineers and/or team members

Basic Qualifications for Level 4:

Bachelor’s degree in a STEM field with 8 years of relevant experience - OR - Master’s degree with 6 years of relevant experience
Requires an active U.S. Government Secret security clearance at time of application, current and within scope, with the ability to obtain a U.S. Government Top-Security security clearance
Hands-on mechanical integration, electrical testing and diagnostic experience
Experience with aerospace standards/guidelines
Ability to travel: Travel expectation is 10-20%which requires the possession of, or the ability to obtain, a U.S. Passport for travel
Experience leading/training other engineers and/or team members

Your Distinct Strengths:

Ability to innovate and lead digital transformation efforts
Ability to lead efforts in solving problems and driving all tasks to completion
Ability to work at a fast pace, while multi-tasking, and still communicate effectively
Ability to work in a team environment, and lead small projects or teams
Strong written and verbal communication skills

Preferred Qualifications

BS in Aerospace, Aeronautical, Mechanical Engineering
Active U.S. Government Top Secret security clearance
Experience with MES, or other digital work instruction platform
Experience working with operational hazards such as propulsive devices, pressurized systems, overhead lifting, and high voltage systems
Experience with external customer interfacing including meetings, presentations & negotiations
Two or more launch campaign experiences, preferably on multiple programs

We work a 9/80 schedule (9 hours per day Mon-Thurs, 8 hours every other Friday with the alternate Friday off)

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Primary Level Salary Range: $98,400.00 - $147,600.00Secondary Level Salary Range: $122,800.00 - $184,200.00The 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.

Job ID

R10248863

Security Clearance

SECRET

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Northrop Grumman solves the toughest problems in space, aeronautics, defense and cyberspace to meet the ever-evolving needs of our customers worldwide. Our 90,000 employees are Defining Possible every day to create and deliver advanced systems, products and services. Northrop Grumman careers and internships are as varied as your interests, with a lifetime of potential that will allow you to work together with people from many backgrounds, personal passions and disciplines.

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