Opto-Mechanical Engineer - Level 3/4

Northrop Grumman•Redondo Beach, CA

2d•$114,000 - $213,400•Onsite

About The Position

This position description does not represent a current opening but may be used to identify candidates with skills and experience for positions within Northrop Grumman that frequently become available. Candidates who express an interest may be considered for future positions at Northrop Grumman. Northrop Grumman's Space Sector is seeking an Opto-Mechanical Engineer - Level 3/4 to join the Vehicle Engineering Directorate within Western Region Engineering. This position is located onsite in Redondo Beach, CA.

Requirements

Basic Qualifications Opto-Mechanical Engineer - Level 3: Bachelor’s degree in a STEM discipline with 5 years of relevant experience; OR Master’s degree in STEM with 3 years of relevant experience; OR PhD in STEM with 1 year of relevant experience
Must have active SCI access at the time of application or an active Top-Secret clearance with the ability to obtain SCI access within a reasonable period, as determined by the company, prior to the start date
Experience with electromechanical, opto-mechanical, or mechanisms design
Experience with Creo, Solidworks, NX, or CATIA V5/3dExp industry CAD software
Basic Qualifications Opto-Mechanical Engineer - Level 4: Bachelor’s degree in a STEM discipline with 8 years of relevant experience; OR Master’s degree in STEM with 6 years of relevant experience; OR PhD in STEM with 4 years of relevant experience
Must have active SCI access at the time of application or an active Top-Secret clearance with the ability to obtain SCI access within a reasonable period, as determined by the company, prior to the start date
Experience with electromechanical, opto-mechanical, or mechanisms design
Experience with Creo, Solidworks, NX, or CATIA V5/3dExp industry CAD software
U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.

Nice To Haves

M.S. degree in Mechanical Engineering or related STEM technical discipline
Experience with the design, development, analysis, and verification of opto-mechanical or 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
Conduct technical specifications, conceptual designs, trade studies, detail designs, procedures, assembly, testing, 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 with respect to technical performance, environmental durability, manufacturability, schedule and cost
Support the on-time execution of development programs by proactively mitigating risks and pursuing opportunities
Assist with internal design reviews, provide, and incorporate feedback from reviewers and management
Employ strong interpersonal and communication skills while contributing to an integrated product team
Demonstrate accountability to obtain results and contribute to organizational objectives

Benefits

Relocation assistance may be available
health insurance coverage
life and disability insurance
savings plan
Company paid holidays and paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business
overtime
shift differential
discretionary bonus
Annual bonuses are designed to reward individual contributions as well as allow employees to share in company results.
Employees in Vice President or Director positions may be eligible for Long Term Incentives.