Engineer Mission Assurance / Principal Engineer Mission Assurance - 20615
About The Position
Northrop Grumman Defense Systems is hiring a Mission Assurance Engineer for the Strategic Deterrent Systems (SDS) division. The position is located in Roy, Utah, and supports the Sentinel Program. The selected candidate will serve on the Design Assurance team as a Hardware Quality subject matter expert and stakeholder, checking design packages for completeness and compliance with applicable company, customer, and industry modeling standards. The role includes analyzing and validating electromechanical hardware models, systems, and related documents; reviewing subcontractor design work; recommending design-package changes for approval; maintaining and improving the Quality Management System; and reporting findings and recommendations to internal and external customers. The role also includes representing Mission Assurance/Design Assurance in design reviews and engineering boards, along with other program improvement, collaboration, and planning activities. An active U.S. Government DoD Secret clearance, current and within scope, is required at application. The candidate must be able to obtain and maintain Special Access Program (SAP) approval within a reasonable period as determined by the company. Travel is 10% of the time. The standard schedule is 9/80, with a nine-hour day Monday through Thursday and every other Friday off. Relocation assistance may be available.
Requirements
- Active U.S. Government DoD Secret security clearance at application, current and within scope.
- Ability to obtain and maintain Special Access Program (SAP) approval within a reasonable period, as determined by the company.
- Level 2: 2+ years of relevant experience with a Bachelor of Science degree, or 0+ years of relevant experience with a Master of Science degree.
- Level 3: Bachelor's degree in science and 5+ years of experience, or a Master's degree in science and 3+ years of experience, or a PhD and 1+ year of experience.
- Level 3: 1+ years of experience with 3D design modeling or 1+ years of experience reviewing or approving design packages.
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor's degree in a STEM discipline.
- Knowledge of ASME Y14.100 Engineering Drawing Practices and ASME Y14.41 Digital Product Definition Data Practices requirements.
- Experience applying or reviewing GD&T on designs in accordance with ASME Y14.5 standards.
- Experience with Model Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) principles, concepts, and tools.
- Experience independently supporting design reviews for complex hardware, aerospace, defense, electronics, mechanical assemblies, or other highly engineered products.
- Experience using CAD software such as NX and PLM software such as Siemens CPLM to create or review 3D mechanical models and 2D electrical drawings.
- Experience reviewing supplier design artifacts against a defined Supplier SOW.
- Experience interpreting program requirements, including SOW, DD1423, and DID.
- Analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills, including the ability to convey complex technical concepts to diverse audiences.
- Familiarity with metrics and KPIs.
- Ability to prioritize multiple assignments, manage competing program demands, and communicate effectively across functional organizations.
- Knowledge of conventional manufacturing processes, such as CNC mills, lathes, and welds.
- Experience abiding by and enforcing a Quality Management System.
- Experience working in an AS9100- or ISO9001-certified workplace.
Responsibilities
- Check design packages for proper content and compliance with applicable company, customer, and industry modeling standards.
- Analyze and validate electromechanical hardware models, systems, and related documentation, including GD&T, materials, form/fit/function, manufacturability, feasibility, and fabrication economy.
- Review subcontractor design work against Supplier SOW and program requirements and recommend whether it should be approved.
- Recommend changes or revisions to product definition packages for approval and buy-off during multiphase design review meetings.
- Maintain a Quality Management System to ensure products and services conform to company standards, including AS9100 and Statement of Work requirements.
- Review practices, procedures, and processes to standardize them, improve efficiency and effectiveness, and reduce product-quality risk.
- Prepare and present reports, briefings, metrics, insights, and recommendations to internal and external customers.
- Participate in engineering boards as a Mission Assurance/Design Assurance representative.
- Perform other Mission Assurance tasks, including program improvement efforts, collaboration, and planning.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage
- 401(k)
- Educational assistance
- Life insurance
- Employee Assistance Programs and Work/Life Solutions
- Paid time off
- Health and wellness resources
- Employee discounts
- Relocation assistance may be available
- Employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus, depending on the position
- Company-paid holidays and paid time off for vacation and/or personal business
- Disability insurance
- Savings plan
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
