Principal Mechanical CAD Engineer

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28.04.2025

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Job Description:

Requisition ID: R10154163

Your Opportunity to Define Possible. Our Opportunity to Deliver the Nation’s Security. Together.

Role Clearance Type: You must be able to gain and maintain the relevant UK Government clearance in line with the job role (SC).

About Your Opportunity:

A key member of the Hardware Engineering team, this role will work to provide Mechanical CAD engineering expertise for maritime control and instrumentation systems throughout the full project lifecycle, from requirements and concept design through to validation and qualification. This will involve the selection, design, development, and analysis of electrical systems and components to deliver a Platform Management System (PMS) on a variety of Defence programmes.

• Flexible working schedules: we offer flexible and hybrid working arrangements. Talk to us at the application stage about any scheduling preferences you may have.
• Flexible Benefits Package: choose which NGUKL benefits you want to satisfy your personal needs. Core Benefits provided for you are Healthcare, Dental, Life Assurance, and Pension. Benefits you can flex include Critical Illness Cover, Health Cash Plan, and Health Assessments.
• Employee Incentive Programme: exceptional performance is recognized through our annual incentive programme which is awarded to top performers who excel.
• Career Development: opportunity for ongoing professional development and career growth opportunities.

Your Responsibilities:

• Produce and review mechanical piece part drawings and General Assemblies (GA) using Creo Elements.
• Support the creation and management of Bills of Materials (BOM).
• Provide mechanical engineering support to the Mechanical Design Engineering team.
• Define and apply appropriate Geometric, Dimensioning, and Tolerancing (GD&T) to mechanical designs.
• Define and apply appropriate standards, materials, and finishes in accordance with project requirements.
• Maintain documents and drawings through development and production changes.

Your Experience:

• Proficient user of Creo Elements.
• Strong knowledge of GD&T and BS 8888.
• Strong knowledge of manufacturing techniques.
• Strong experience in a Mechanical CAD position.
• Ability to work independently on own initiative, as well as within a collaborative team environment.
• Experience of working within a regulated industry (e.g., automotive, aviation, defence, rail, etc.).
• Experience in the use of Windchill PLM.

Your Future Team:

This role is a great fit for a Principal Electrical Engineer seeking further career development and wishing to work within a design team supporting engineers. You’ll collaborate with top talent to contribute to the safe deployment of the latest in-service submarines for the Royal Navy. This is an excellent opportunity!

We are a highly experienced and supportive team working in a matrix structure that promotes collaboration, new experiences, and learning. We will give you space to develop your career and enhance your leadership capabilities inside and outside project teams.

Diversity is central to our success. Our team shares experience, knowledge, and innovative thinking from diverse backgrounds, cultures, genders, races, ages, and industries. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds, especially from under-represented communities within our industry. We foster respectful, safe, and inclusive environments.

About Our Responsibilities:

Our customers operate in unique environments that present new challenges daily, creating a space for learning and growth alongside industry experts. We support your career development, allowing your ideas to shape our innovative business future.

We promote collaboration to achieve more together. We value your input in a respectful and inspiring environment.

How to Apply:

Interested in our opportunity?

Yes: Submit your application online. Our recruiters will review it and inform you of the outcome and next steps.

Possibly, I’d like to find out more: Background checks and security clearance may be part of the process. Our team will inform you of procedures when required.

Northrop Grumman UK:

Join a global brand contributing to national security and future. At Northrop Grumman UK, talented minds push boundaries to Define Possible. We lead in aerospace, defence, and intelligence digital transformation, delivering innovative results.

UK Defence Business:

Our UK Defence division is a sovereign software and systems centre of excellence, supporting UK-wide and international command and control systems. Our work is vital to the Royal Navy’s modern infrastructure. We are dedicated to solving complex problems with curiosity, dedication, and innovation.

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Northrop Grumman values diversity and encourages applications from individuals of all backgrounds and abilities to join our inclusive workforce.