Principal Mechanical Ground Support Equipment (MGSE) Engineer (Level 3)

Northrop Grumman • Redondo Beach, CA

7d • $103,600 - $155,400 • Onsite

About The Position

Northrop Grumman's Space Systems division is seeking a Principal Mechanical Ground Support Equipment (MGSE) Engineer to join their team in Redondo Beach, CA. This role involves designing, analyzing, and supporting the manufacturing and integration of space flight hardware. The engineer will work under general direction, independently developing solutions and contributing to innovative projects in space exploration and national defense. The company emphasizes a culture of curiosity, collaboration, and pioneering spirit, offering opportunities to work on revolutionary systems.

Requirements

• Bachelors of Science Degree in a Science, Technology, Engineering, or Math (STEM) discipline plus 5 years of related engineering experience OR Masters of Science Degree in a Science, Technology, Engineering or Math (STEM) discipline plus 3 years of related engineering experience
• Experience in working on multi-disciplinary teams, preferably within Integration, Test, and Launch (IT&L) or Manufacturing environment
• ASME Y14.5 experience
• First order structural analysis experience
• Experience with design of MGSE
• Preliminary and critical design review (PDR and CDR) development experience
• Excellent communication, decision-making, and conflict resolution skills
• Requires an active Top-Secret/Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) clearance with in-scope SSBI and an active Counterintelligence (CI) Polygraph at time of application
• Willing and able to obtain and maintain SAP access
• Intermediate understanding of GD&T in accordance with (IAW) ASME Y14.5
• Intermediate knowledge of bolted joints and welding of aluminum and steel structures IAW AWS Standards
• Strong interpersonal, leadership, and organizational skills
• Ability to drive alignment across various program functions to meet ambitious deadlines while prioritizing first-time quality and organizational sustainability

Nice To Haves

• Active SAP Access
• Experience with manufacturing
• Design for manufacturing (DFM) experience
• Experience in a space systems rapid development, technology transition or Mission Class C aligned business area

Responsibilities

• Design and modeling in 3D CAD (Computer-Aided Design) software
• Drafting using Y14.5 GD&T
• Fabrication support at vendors including acceptance testing and inspection
• End-user support during integration operations
• Develop conceptual design
• Requirements definition
• Develop and present design reviews
• Perform first order structural analysis of isotropic materials
• Develop and capture proof load diagrams
• Resolve deviations to fabrication drawings and hardware non-conformances
• Integration & Test process flow development

Benefits

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

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior