Principal/Mechanical Engineer - Tactical Space Systems - Gilbert

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be availableCLEARANCE TYPE: NoneTRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the Time Description At Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportunities to work on revolutionary systems that impact people's lives around the world today, and for generations to come. Our pioneering and inventive spirit has enabled us to be at the forefront of many technological advancements in our nation's history - from the first flight across the Atlantic Ocean, to stealth bombers, to landing on the moon. We look for people who have bold new ideas, courage and a pioneering spirit to join forces to invent the future, and have fun along the way. Our culture thrives on intellectual curiosity, cognitive diversity and bringing your whole self to work and we have an insatiable drive to do what others think is impossible. Our employees are not only part of history, they're making history.

The Tactical Space Systems Division is seeking an entry to mid-level Mechanical Engineer to assist an experienced team of mechanical engineers to perform mechanical, systems, and design engineering on one or more spacecraft systems or subsystems. This position is located in Gilbert, AZ .

The Mechanical Engineer will work on all spacecraft structures and mechanical hardware from requirements all the way through integration and test. The candidate will perform detailed design tasks using Computer Aided Design (CAD) and other software tools to develop and document designs for manufacturing and ultimately assembly into spacecraft. The role involves interfacing and communicating with customers, program and functional management, other spacecraft engineering disciplines, and component suppliers. Skills include, but not limited to, Computer Aided Design (CAD), knowledge and application of Geometric Dimension and Tolerancing (GD&T), Design for Manufacturing, Mechanics of Metallic / Composite Materials, Stress Calculations, and Spacecraft Component Layout.

Basic Qualifications:

This position may be performed at a level Engineer 2 or Principal Engineer 3.

Basic Qualifications for an Mechanical Engineer 2:

• Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field with 2+ years of relevant industry experience or a Master's Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field with 0+ years of relevant industry experience.
• Must be a US Citizen with the ability to obtain a government clearance.

Basic Qualifications for Principal Mechanical Engineer 3:

• Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field with 5+ years of relevant industry experience or a Master's Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field with 3+ years of relevant industry experience.
• Must be a US Citizen with the ability to obtain a government clearance.

Preferred Qualifications for both levels:

• Have an overall cumulative GPA from Bachelor's and Master's (if applicable) degrees of 3.5 out of 4.0 or higher.
• Experience with 3D CAD model-based software (specifically Creo Parametric).
• Practice in making and reviewing engineering drawings with GD&T in 2D and 3D MBDs.
• Experience with 3D Printing, Design for Manufacturing, and hands-on hardware fabrication.
• Experience in satellite and spacecraft structures design.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills.

Salary Range: $77,200.00 - $115,800.00Salary Range 2: $95,300.00 - $142,900.00The above salary range represents a general guideline; however, Northrop Grumman considers a number of factors when determining base salary offers such as the scope and responsibilities of the position and the candidate's experience, education, skills and current market conditions.Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay. 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. In addition, Northrop Grumman provides a variety of benefits including health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, savings plan, Company paid holidays and paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business.The application period for the job is estimated to be 20 days from the job posting date. However, this timeline may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates.Northrop Grumman is an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class. For our complete EEO and pay transparency statement, please visit U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.