Structural Engineer Mechanical - Level 2/3 - East Hartford

Northrop Grumman • Hartford, CT

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Northrop Grumman’s Space Sector is hiring a Structural Engineer at Level 2 or Level 3 for its Thermal, Optics, & Power Systems (TOPS) Operating Unit in East Hartford, Connecticut. The position supports thermal heat-pipe, opto-mechanical, and electrical power systems. The engineer performs design and analysis for electro-optic mechanical systems, tooling, and test equipment, developing hardware that meets system requirements and documenting design approaches, parts, and assembly drawings for system development, manufacturing, and testing.

The role supports multiple projects and product lines across East Hartford, Connecticut; Devens, Massachusetts; and Hanover, Maryland. It requires adapting to changing program priorities, customer requirements, and design standards, while applying consistent engineering, configuration-control, and documentation practices. The position is 100% onsite and cannot accommodate telecommuting. It follows a 9/80 schedule, with every other Friday off, and requires approximately 10% travel.

The position may be filled at either Level 2 or Level 3. No clearance is required to start, but the employee must be able to obtain and maintain a Top Secret clearance. Northrop Grumman offers a comprehensive Total Rewards and benefits package.

Requirements

• Level 2: Bachelor’s degree in a STEM field and 2 years of professional experience, or a master’s degree and 0 years of professional experience.
• Level 3: Bachelor’s degree in a STEM field and 5 years of professional experience, or a master’s degree and 3 years of professional experience, or a PhD and 1 year of professional experience.
• General knowledge of or coursework in manufacturing, design, and drawing practices, including geometric dimensioning and tolerancing.
• Thorough understanding of mechanical engineering principles, theories, and applications.
• Analytical problem-solving abilities and strong technical skills; results- and deadline-driven.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills, including presentation skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office software.
• Experience or coursework in CAD systems such as NX CAD, SolidWorks, or CREO.
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Top Secret clearance.
• Ability to sit and/or stand for extended periods and perform light physical effort as required.

Nice To Haves

• Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Business, or another STEM discipline.
• Experience with micro or small precision form-factor mechanisms, opto-mechanical designs, optical assembly, interferometers and alignment, test equipment, and tools.
• Understanding of opto-mechanical design best practices and a basic understanding of other engineering disciplines.
• Familiarity with two-phase thermal systems, fluid mechanics, and thermodynamics.
• Finite Element Analysis experience using NASTRAN, ANSYS, or other FEA tools.
• Active Top Secret security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Provide remote and onsite engineering support to locations in East Hartford, CT; Devens, MA; and Hanover, MD, according to program priorities.
• Learn and work across multiple product lines, tools, and processes, adapting to different customer requirements and design standards.
• Apply structural and mechanical engineering standards, configuration control, and documentation practices across supported businesses.
• Perform mechanical design on projects through development and manufacturing.
• Create part and assembly models, detailed drawings, and associated parts lists in accordance with ASME Y14.5 and ASME Y14.100.
• Analyze optics, mounting strategies, detailed geometric tolerances, manufacturability, and cost.
• Support transition to production and manufacturing engineering.
• Develop technical solutions to complex problems using technical expertise, ingenuity, and creativity.
• Conduct trade studies and design of experiments, and assemble and test parts, components, and assemblies.
• Conduct peer reviews of other engineers’ work products.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Health insurance coverage.
• Life and disability insurance.
• Savings plan.
• Company-paid holidays.
• Paid time off for vacation and/or personal business.
• Employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus, depending on the position.
• Vice President or Director positions may be eligible for long-term incentives.

What This Job Offers

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