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Northrop Grumman Aeronautics Systems (NGAS) has an opening for a Tool Engineer or Principal Tool Engineer to join our team of qualified, diverse individuals. This position will be located in Palmdale, CA.

Bring your experience as a Tool Designer to support our Armament Business unit.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS & RESPONSIBILITIES

Plan, design, document and oversee the build of complex tools and assemblies
Design tools, mechanisms, special machine tools using NX and Mastercam
Create designs and drawings to be sent out for build
Requires knowledge of mechanics and application of mechanical movements
Adapt standard equipment to special purposes
Work independently to solve problems and create new designs, generally with little guidance
Select materials to be used to meet design and usage requirements
Supervise test and assembly of new design if necessary
Familiar with ergonomics and with applicable OSHA safety standards relative to pneumatics and hydraulics
Collaborates with engineering, technicians and management throughout the design and build process
Organize and maintain new and existing drawing records

COMPETENCIES

Customer Service
Advanced computer skills (Microsoft office suite + CAD)
Works well under pressure
Strong time management skills
Attention to detail
Effective communication skills
Continuous improvement
Mechanical aptitude
Works with ambiguity

**This role may be filled at the Tool Engineer or Principal Tool Engineer level based on the qualifications listed, below**

Basic Qualifications Tool Engineer:

Bachelor’s degree with 1 year of manufacturing or tool design experience OR Master’s Degree with 0 years of experience
Experience creating drawings to be used in manufacturing following industry and corporate drafting standards
Experience in machine shop practices
Knowledge of the physical properties of materials and how to harden, temper and stress relieve materials to achieve required properties
Must be knowledgeable in the following design areas: Dies, Molds, Gaging, cutting tools, fixtures, Machine design
Design and assemble precise tools and fixtures to work with energetic materials
Experience in press tooling, both hydraulic and pneumatic presses
Experience using CAD software such as NX, Mastercam, Solidworks
Able to work weekly Monday - Thursday 3:00 PM - 1:30 AM; Occasional Fridays and overtime required
Considerable amount of time standing and walking, up to 50% of time

Basic Qualifications Principal Tool Engineer:

Bachelor’s degree with 4 years of manufacturing or tool design experience OR Master’s Degree with 3 years of manufacturing or tool design experience OR PhD with 0 years of experience
Experience creating drawings to be used in manufacturing following industry and corporate drafting standards
Experience in machine shop practices
Knowledge of the physical properties of materials and how to harden, temper and stress relieve materials to achieve required properties
Must be knowledgeable in the following design areas: Dies, Molds, Gaging, cutting tools, fixtures, Machine design
Design and assemble precise tools and fixtures to work with energetic materials
Experience in press tooling, both hydraulic and pneumatic presses
Experience using CAD software such as NX, Mastercam, Solidworks
Ability to work weekly Monday - Thursday 3:00 PM - 1:30 AM; Occasional Fridays and overtime required
Considerable amount of time standing and walking, up to 50% of time

Preferred Qualifications:

Possess an understanding of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T)

Primary Level Salary Range: $83,400.00 - $125,200.00Secondary Level Salary Range: $103,600.00 - $155,400.00The 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

R10253798

Security Clearance

SECRET

About Northrop Grumman

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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