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2027 Associate Engineer / Engineer Aeronautical - WAFB MO

Northrop Grumman•Whiteman AFB, MO
•$62,300 - $112,700•Onsite

About The Position

Northrop Grumman is hiring an Associate Engineer Aeronautical (level 1) or Engineer Aeronautical (level 2) for its Vehicle Engineering group at Whiteman AFB, Missouri. The group develops manned and unmanned aircraft platforms for programs in the Aeronautics Systems Sector. This role supports capability upgrades on the B-2 fleet, including subsystem modifications, with a primary focus on wire harness fabrication and installation. The position requires either first shift, 7:00 a.m.–3:30 p.m., or second shift, 2:00 p.m.–10:30 p.m. Travel is 10% of the time. Relocation assistance may be available. A Secret clearance is required to start, and Program Special Access may also be required to start. The successful candidate will contribute to aircraft design, modification, manufacturing, testing, inspection, and repair activities. Work includes interpreting electrical and wire-harness drawings and specifications; developing operations and manufacturing processes; advising on modification and installation constraints; and coordinating with multidisciplinary engineering teams to resolve defects. The role may also involve structural engineering analysis of metal or composite materials. The requisition may be filled at either level. Level 1 candidates must be completing or have completed a bachelor’s degree by December 2026. Level 2 candidates must be completing or have completed a master’s degree by December 2026, or be completing a bachelor’s degree by that date and have two years of aeronautical or similar engineering experience. Both levels require a degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a similar STEM discipline, and the ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government Secret clearance and Program Special Access. U.S. citizenship is required.

Requirements

  • Associate Engineer level: completing or completed a bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution by December 2026.
  • Engineer level: completing or completed a master’s degree from an accredited institution by December 2026, or completing a bachelor’s degree by December 2026 and have two years of aeronautical engineering or similar engineering experience.
  • Major in or have majored in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a similar STEM degree.
  • Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government Secret security clearance and Program Special Access within a reasonable period, as determined by the company.
  • U.S. citizenship is required.
  • A Secret clearance is required to start; final approved Secret clearance and Program Special Access may be required to start.

Nice To Haves

  • Overall cumulative GPA of 3.25/4.0 or higher.
  • Previous internship, co-op, or other work experience.
  • Leadership and teamwork capabilities.
  • Interpersonal communication skills.
  • Participation in professional, community, or extracurricular activities.

Responsibilities

  • Design, develop, and test aircraft parts, considering the natural laws affecting flight and efficient use of resources.
  • Interpret wire-harness and electrical-component detail, subassembly, and installation drawings and specifications to support production electricians.
  • Develop sequences of operations and procedures for aircraft modifications, electrical harness fabrication, and subcomponent fabrication and assembly.
  • Develop manufacturing processes, procedures, and production layouts for electrical harness fabrication and installation.
  • Provide guidance to vehicle engineering on aircraft modifications, subassembly design concepts, specification requirements, and installation constraints related to electrical designs.
  • Adapt machine, tooling, and equipment designs to improve efficiency and integrate with existing operations.
  • Include inspection and test requirements in aircraft modification and subcomponent production plans.
  • Inspect machinery, equipment, and tools; investigate problems and deficiencies; and initiate corrective action to ensure product quality.
  • Participate in development and review of models, drawings, and repairs for accuracy, clarity, completeness, and conformity to standards, procedures, and specifications.
  • Perform repairs and coordinate with multidisciplinary engineering teams to develop effective solutions to defects.
  • Analyze, research, and develop structural engineering analysis packages involving metal or composite structural materials for product design or operation.

Benefits

  • Relocation assistance may be available.

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