Principal Engineer Mechanical

Company: Northrop Grumman
Location: Chandler
Posted on: November 26, 2022

Job Description:

Requisition ID: R10079718
Category: Engineering
Location: Chandler, Arizona, United States of America
Citizenship Required: United States Citizenship
Clearance Type: Secret
Telecommute: No- Teleworking not available for this position
Shift: Days (United States of America)
Travel Required: Yes, 25% of the Time
Positions Available: 1 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. Embark on a career putting innovative, reliable, and agile products and ideas into orbit, and beyond. Northrop Grumman has opportunities waiting for you that play a vital role in human space exploration, national defense, and scientific discovery, supporting multiple programs across the universe. With us, you'll discover a culture of curiosity and collaboration that will have you Defining Possible from the day you start. Our space systems connect and protect millions of people on earth every day, now and for the future. Explore your future and launch your career today. Job Summary Northrop Grumman Space Systems is searching for a Principal Mechanical Engineer to be part of our Integration (Build) and Test team in Launch Vehicles at our Chandler, AZ facility. Job Responsibilities The candidate will serve as an Integration and Test Principal Mechanical Engineer for the Sentinel Program, requiring the candidate to function in a dynamic multi-disciplinary environment. Daily responsibilities may require direct contact with sensitive launch vehicle flight hardware and ground support equipment. The candidate may be expected to help develop, plan and/or perform integration and testing activities associated with the assembly of flight hardware, testing of assembled systems and components, or execution/support of live fire tests (static and/or flight) at various facilities or launch ranges. Specific duties may include: Hands-on integration or testing
Developing/maintaining procedures
Incorporating hardware/tooling design changes
Developing/planning/coordinating integration activities
Coordinating with suppliers and procurement office
Creating digital/physical mockups and tools
Complying with strict aerospace standards
Supporting live fire static testing and flight test events Basic Qualifications Minimum Education / Experience: 5 Years with Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering; 3 Years with Master of Science in Mechanical Engineering
Candidate must possess or have the ability to obtain a U.S. Passport for travel
Candidate must be able to obtain a DoD Secret level security clearance, which generally requires US Citizenship as a prerequisite
Strong written and verbal communication skills; ability to present to large customer community
Hands-on mechanical aptitude
Ability to solve problems, support troubleshooting efforts, drive tasks to completion
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and multi-task
Ability to work in a team environment, and lead small projects or teams
Ability to travel: Travel expectation 25% Preferred Qualifications Experience performing formal requirements decomposition and/or verification
Electrical, Mechanical, Aerospace or Systems Engineering background
Experience with aerospace standards/guidelines
Experience with external customer interfacing including meetings, presentations & negotiations
Experience working with operational hazards such as propulsive devices, pressurized systems, overhead lifting, and high voltage systems
Knowledge and experience with CAD software and GD&T
Experience working with design, integration, or testing of launch vehicles
Hands-on mechanical aptitude and experience Northrop Grumman is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action 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/AA and Pay Transparency statement, please visit U.S. Citizenship is required for most positions. " Salary Range: $79,700 USD - $119,500 USD Employees may be eligible for 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 health and safety of our employees and their families is a top priority. The company encourages employees to remain up-to-date on their COVID-19 vaccinations. U.S. Northrop Grumman employees may be required, in the future, to be vaccinated or have an approved disability/medical or religious accommodation, pursuant to future court decisions and/or government action on the currently stayed federal contractor vaccine mandate under Executive Order 14042 Northrop Grumman is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action 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/AA and Pay Transparency statement, please visit U.S. Citizenship is required for most positions.

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