Mechanical Engineer / Principal Mechanical Engineer - 15205*

Northrop Grumman • Colorado Springs, CO

230d • $73,900 - $121,900

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 Defense Systems is seeking a Mechanical Engineer / Principal Mechanical Engineer. This position is located in Colorado Springs, CO or Manhattan Beach, CA and supports the Sentinel program.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in a Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) discipline from an accredited university and 2 years of experience, 0 years of experience with a Master's degree for Mechanical Engineer level
• Bachelor's degree in a Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) discipline from an accredited university and 5 years of experience, or 3 years of experience with a Master's degree; 4 years of experience with PhD for Principal Mechanical Engineer level
• Must be a US Citizen with an active DoD Secret Clearance, at time of application, current and within scope, with an investigation date within the last 6 years
• Must have the ability to obtain and maintain Special Access Program (SAP) approval within a reasonable period of time
• Experience performing CAD modeling with design tools such as Siemens NX or similar
• Experience performing mechanical design efforts on MILCON, major infrastructure/building projects, or Aerospace and Defense programs
• Must be proficient with Microsoft Office Suite of tools - Project, PowerPoint, Excel, Word
• Ability to understand and interpret requirements

Nice To Haves

• Must be able to work independently, function in a dynamic environment, and be flexible to changing direction
• Excellent interpersonal, written communication, and presentation skills, including the ability to clearly and succinctly communicate complex concepts
• Exposure to missiles program requirements & with propulsion
• Proficient with 3D design/2D drawing CAD in NX
• Proficient with PDM and/or CPLM
• Proficient with GD&T and ASME Y14.5-2009

Responsibilities

• Overseeing and coordinating mechanical systems design
• Evaluating mechanical systems, products, components, and applications by reviewing designs
• Ensuring product quality by reviewing mechanical designs and validating that current standards are applied
• Supporting the delivery of Mechanical Systems design Technical Data Packages, as-built TDPs, PDPs, interface models, and additional design artifacts
• Supporting structured trade studies to evaluate alternative design solutions to resolve technical issues
• Developing and presenting design change requests, coordinating with impacted internal and external stakeholders, and ensuring configuration control of the technical baseline
• Identifying risks and opportunities associated with or driven by design factors and executing handling/mitigation/capture actions to reduce risk or realize opportunities
• Developing and maturing Mechanical System designs that meet Weapon System requirements, UFC, MIL-STD, and other applicable codes and regulations

Benefits

• Medical, Dental & Vision coverage
• 401k
• Educational Assistance
• Life Insurance
• Employee Assistance Programs & Work/Life Solutions
• Paid Time Off
• Health & Wellness Resources
• Employee Discounts

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Computer and Electronic Product Manufacturing
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree