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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 Aeronautics Systems has an opening for a Mechanical Engineer of Principal Mechanical Engineer for RQ-4 programs located in Rancho Bernardo, CA.

This Mechanical Engineer will report to the Air Vehicle Installations IPT Manager and will work to design aircraft secondary structure and equipment installations/layouts using 3D modeling software. Close coordination with production teams and other technical groups is required in order to integrate equipment and systems into the aircraft.

The position currently works in a Hybrid capacity with the ability to work some days remotely during the work week.   

This position may be filled at either the Mechanical Engineer or Principal Mechanical Engineer level based on the qualifications below. 

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

Basic qualifications for an Engineer Mechanical include a Bachelor of Science Degree in a STEM discipline with 2 years of directly related engineering experience; OR a Master’s Degree in a STEM discipline with 0 years of directly related engineering experience

Basic qualifications for a Principal Engineer Mechanical include a Bachelor of Science Degree in a STEM discipline with 5 years of directly related engineering experience; OR a Master’s Degree in a STEM discipline with 3 years of directly related engineering experience; OR a PhD

Proficiency in mechanical design with CATIA Computer Aided Design (CAD) software

Ability to effectively communicate and collaborate with all levels of the organization

Selected candidate should thrive working in a fast-paced work environment with high expectations and high visibility

Ability to obtain and maintain an active DOD Secret clearance

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Experience creating and releasing Build-To-Print (BTP) engineering packages

Previous experience in aviation and defense programs

Thorough understanding of MIL specifications and aerospace standards

Ability to obtain and maintain an active in-scope DoD Secret or Top Secret clearance

Proficiency with Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) tools such as Teamcenter or Enovia

Experience in applying Configuration Management practices

Experience with Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerance (GD&T) ASME Y14.5M application

Demonstrated proficiency in analytical thinking, troubleshooting issues, and problem-solving skills

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 www.northropgrumman.com/EEO. U.S. Citizenship is required for most positions.

Salary Range: $89,400.00 - $134,200.00Salary Range 2: $110,300.00 - $165,500.00

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 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 all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.