2027 Associate H/W Mechanical Engineer – Sykesville MD

Northrop Grumman • Sykesville, MD

2d • $66,200 - $119,400

About The Position

Northrop Grumman Mission Systems is hiring entry-level H/W Mechanical Engineers at its Sykesville, Maryland location. The role offers the opportunity to gain experience while supporting mission-enabling systems and technologies for global security. The qualified candidate will collaborate with senior engineers, contribute to hardware design, build familiarity with engineering principles for small- to medium-quantity production, and help prepare technical and programmatic materials for reviews. The work takes place in a fast-paced environment where multiple projects are developed and deployed simultaneously. Travel is required 10% of the time. Relocation assistance may be available.

The Associate-level opportunity is intended for candidates completing or holding a bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a closely related STEM field. Candidates must be able to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government security clearance and program special access within a reasonable period, as determined by the company. U.S. citizenship is required. A separate H/W Mechanical Engineer opportunity is listed for candidates completing or holding a master's degree.

Requirements

• Be completing or have completed a bachelor's degree from an accredited institution.
• Major in Mechanical Engineering or a closely related STEM field.
• Be able to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government security clearance and program special access within a reasonable period, as determined by the company.
• U.S. citizenship is required.

Nice To Haves

• Overall cumulative GPA of 3.00/4.0 or higher.
• Current or active U.S. Government Secret clearance.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with senior engineers to analyze complex problems and develop engineering solutions that meet project requirements.
• Contribute to hardware design solutions that meet company manufacturing guidelines and engineering best practices.
• Develop an understanding of engineering principles that support small- to medium-quantity production.
• Support preparation of technical and programmatic data packages for presentation to program, company, and customer stakeholders at informal and milestone reviews.
• Work in a fast-paced environment where multiple projects are being developed and deployed simultaneously.

Benefits

• Relocation assistance may be available.
• Health insurance coverage.
• Life insurance.
• Disability insurance.
• Savings plan.
• Company-paid holidays.
• Paid time off for vacation and/or personal business.
• Employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus, depending on the position.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level