Mechanical Design Engineer/ Principal Mechanical Design Engineer

Northrop Grumman

74d • $70,200 - $105,400

About The Position

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 Aerospace Systems has an opening for a Mechanical Design Engineer or Principal Mechanical Design Engineer to join our team of qualified, diverse individuals. This position will be located onsite in Melbourne, FL.

Requirements

• Must have a Bachelor's in a Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM) discipline from an accredited university AND 2 years of experience in the design of mechanical and/or electro-mechanical subsystems OR a Master’s degree in a STEM discipline from an accredited university AND 0 years of experience in the design of mechanical and/or electro-mechanical subsystems.
• Experience using CAD software in generating detailed engineering drawings used for manufacturing of mechanical and/or electrical assemblies.
• Current, active in-scope DoD Secret or higher security clearance.
• Ability to obtain and maintain any program access(es) required for the position within a reasonable period of time.

Nice To Haves

• Experience using FEA software in performance of stress analysis of mechanical and/or electrical assemblies to include static and dynamic analysis to MIL-STD-810 requirements.
• FAA A&P Certificate or equivalent aircraft maintenance background.
• Experience developing manufacturing drawings to GD&T standards.

Responsibilities

• Mechanical design of test, measurement, and handling equipment used on military aircraft.
• Gathering of data, requirements development, interfacing with suppliers, and performing basic stress and tolerance analysis.
• Acting as manufacturing liaison during build process of your project to ensure overall quality, delivery, and cost objectives are achieved.
• Development of test plans and performing environmental testing of Support Equipment.
• Testing and integration of manufactured Support Equipment on aircraft.
• Basic knowledge of design and analysis tools for mechanical design as well as basic drafting skills to include a working knowledge of solid modeling techniques (NX, Pro Engineer, or Catia).
• Willingness to occasionally travel to various site locations to demonstrate the function of the designed Support Equipment.

Benefits

• Flexible work arrangements.
• Phenomenal learning opportunities.
• Exposure to a wide variety of projects and customers.
• Friendly team environment.
• Comprehensive employee benefits package including a Retirement and Savings Plan, group medical, dental and vision coverage, life and disability insurance, and flexible spending accounts.
• Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) that provide benefits for the member, our leaders and the company.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree