2026 Associate Electromechanical Engineer - San Diego CA

Northrop Grumman•San Diego, CA

5d•$76,200 - $114,400•Onsite

About The Position

Northrop Grumman Mission Systems is looking for a qualified Associate Electromechanical Engineer to join their Hardware Engineering organization in San Diego, CA. This role involves working on revolutionary systems and technological advancements. The position is not remote.

Requirements

Bachelors degree in science, engineering, or related discipline with up to 2 years of experience, or 0 years of experience with a Masters degree.
The ability to obtain and maintain a U.S Government Secret clearance is required.
Microsoft Office and CAD experience.
Demonstrated attention to detail, self-motivation, and self-regulation.
Demonstrated success working individually or as part of a team.

Nice To Haves

Active Top Secret/SCI U.S Government Security Clearance
Experience with CATIA V5, Siemens NX, SolidWorks, or Capital
Experience with Product Data Management (PDM) standards within a CPLM framework
Experience with hands on support to a production floor providing engineering sustainment support including but not limited to: disposition of nonconformances, RCCA analysis, implementation of ECRs/ECOs
Applied electrical, electronic and mechanical principles to components and systems, including assembly, analysis, and documentation of results; construction of developmental assemblies, sub-assemblies and components; and quality testing. Supports and participates in the design, test, modification, fabrication and assembly of prototype electromechanical systems.
Demonstrated success leading multi-disciplinary teams in fast-paced, high-demand environments
Experience in mentoring junior engineers and facilitating knowledge transfer within teams
Experience developing proposals
Experience with the Engineering Change Proposal (ECP) process
Experience with agile programs
Knowledge of electronic components and their applications in communication systems.
Have a fundamental understanding of heat transfer, mechanics of materials, and vibration
Experience with hardware design and integration processes
Effective verbal and written communication skills

Responsibilities

Effectively use and/or apply technical principles, theories, and concepts to assigned tasks commensurate with engineering level.
Create/review/update engineering drawings, test reports, and procedure documents for all system variants including circuit boards, cables, and mechanical features.
Generate/update/review parts lists and act as liaison with global supply chain counterparts.
Maintain configuration and compliance with applicable quality, security, and industry standards.
Collaborate with peers in adjacent functions, including electrical and RF design, systems engineering, software engineering, drafting, supply chain management, and manufacturing.
Develop technical solutions to a variety of technical problems of moderate scope and complexity.
Actively participate in team discussions by offering ideas and suggestions on how to enhance team execution, performance, and innovation.
Make good judgment design decisions regarding individual tasks, minimizing rework and maximizing reuse of existing designs.
Make efficient use of time and resources by prioritizing tasks to meet commitments.
Professionally represent the organization while interacting with internal and external contacts.
Communicate with senior personnel on technical matters often requiring coordination between disciplines.