Description

Northrop Grumman Mission Systems is a trusted provider of mission-enabling solutions for global security.  Our Engineering and Sciences (E&S) organization pushes the boundaries of innovation, redefines engineering capabilities, and drives advances in various sciences. Our team is chartered with providing the skills, innovative technologies to develop, design, produce and sustain optimized product lines across the sector while providing a decisive advantage to the warfighter.  Come be a part of our mission!

Northrop Grumman is seeking Mechanical Design Engineer Level 3/4 to join our team based out of Sunnyvale, Ca. The Marine Systems organization, part of Northrop Grumman Mission Systems, is searching for Mechanical Design Engineers in support of rapid growth in the Launcher Hardware organization. You will have the opportunity to be part of an expanding team of dedicated engineers directly supporting the engineering development of innovative launcher hardware for weapons systems on a variety of Navy platforms.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Develop designs concept and generate solid models that reflect those concepts
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders balancing technical, schedule, and cost requirements
• Conduct trade studies to select and evaluate best design approaches to fulfill requirements
• Oversee the generation of engineering drawings using common GD&T practices
• Identify procurement needs and support fabrication
• Provide assembly checkout and test support
• Generate task plans and support proposal efforts
• Occasional domestic travel may be required

The qualified candidate will possess the following skills:

• Good communication skills, both oral and written
• Ability to work autonomously and in a team environment

Must be onsite 4 days a week, remote work is not an option for this role.

This requisition may be filled at a higher grade based on the qualifications listed below:

Basic Qualifications for Level 3:

• Bachelor of Science degree in a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics) discipline with 5 years relevant work experience; or Master’s Degree in a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering or Math) 3 years relevant work experience.
• Experience in machine design and drawing generation
• Experience with CAD modeling (NX, CREO, SolidWorks, or equivalent)
• Ability to plan tasks and execute to the established schedule
• US citizenship required
• Ability to obtain and maintain a US Government Secret Clearance

Basic Qualifications for Level 4:

• Bachelor of Science degree in a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics) discipline with 8 years relevant work experience; or Master’s Degree in a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering or Math) 6 years relevant work experience; or PHD in a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering or Math) 3 years relevant work experience
• Experience in machine design and drawing generation
• Experience with CAD modeling (NX, CREO, SolidWorks, or equivalent)
• Ability to plan tasks and execute to the established schedule
• US citizenship required
• Ability to obtain and maintain a US Government Secret Clearance
• Must be onsite 4 days a week, remote work is not an option for this role.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in ASME Y14.5 GD&T Standard and ASME Y14.100 Dimensioning, Tolerancing, and Engineering Drawing Practices
• Experience in developing design concepts, performing trade studies, and conducting evaluations and analyses
• Experience leading a team through design development.
• Experience developing project plans and communicating plans across hybrid teams.
• Strong background in machine design, strength of materials, and materials technology
• Experience in technical presentation
• Experience in production support
• Experience in working with vendors and suppliers
• An active US Government Secret clearance