Opto-Mechanical Engineer - Level 3/4

Northrop Grumman•Redondo Beach, CA

7d•$114,000 - $213,400•Onsite

About The Position

Northrop Grumman's Space Sector is seeking an Opto-Mechanical Engineer at Level 3 or Level 4 to join the Vehicle Engineering Directorate within Western Region Engineering. The position is onsite in Redondo Beach, California, and requires SCI access. It is contingent upon program award and funding, as well as the candidate obtaining final clearances and program access within a reasonable period of time. Continued employment is subject to maintaining the required clearance and access. The engineer will perform opto-mechanical engineering across multiple projects throughout development and manufacturing. Work includes developing technical specifications, conceptual and detailed designs, trade studies, procedures, assemblies, tests, and reports; preparing technical data packages and drawings; and conducting engineering analysis to validate designs. The role supports program execution, internal design reviews, and integrated product team collaboration. Relocation assistance may be available. The position requires travel approximately 10% of the time. The listed annual salary ranges are $114,000–$171,000 for the primary level and $142,200–$213,400 for the secondary level. Employees may also be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus. Northrop Grumman offers health insurance, life and disability insurance, a savings plan, company-paid holidays, and paid time off.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in a STEM discipline and 5 years of relevant experience, or a Master’s degree in STEM and 3 years of relevant experience, or a Ph.D. in STEM and 1 year of relevant experience for Level 3.
Bachelor’s degree in a STEM discipline and 8 years of relevant experience, or a Master’s degree in STEM and 6 years of relevant experience, or a Ph.D. in STEM and 4 years of relevant experience for Level 4.
Active SCI access at application, or an active Top Secret clearance with the ability to obtain SCI access within a reasonable period before the start date.
Experience with electromechanical, opto-mechanical, or mechanisms design.
Experience with industry CAD software: Creo, Solidworks, NX, or CATIA V5/3dExp.
U.S. citizenship is required for positions involving a government clearance.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related STEM technical discipline.
Experience with the design, development, analysis, and verification of opto-mechanical, mechanized, or electro-mechanical products.
Proficiency with Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerance (GD&T).
Experience working on Special Access Programs.
Active U.S. Government TS/SCI clearance.

Responsibilities

Perform opto-mechanical engineering on multiple projects through all phases of development and manufacturing.
Develop technical specifications, conceptual designs, trade studies, detailed designs, procedures, assemblies, tests, and reports.
Assist with technical data packages, including fabrication, source-control, and assembly drawings in accordance with internal drawing standards.
Perform engineering analysis to validate design solutions for technical performance, environmental durability, manufacturability, schedule, and cost.
Support on-time development program execution by proactively mitigating risks and pursuing opportunities.
Assist with internal design reviews and provide and incorporate feedback from reviewers and management.
Contribute to an integrated product team using strong interpersonal and communication skills.
Demonstrate accountability for obtaining results and contributing to organizational objectives.