2026 Associate Mechanical Engineer/Mechanical Engineer- Gilbert AZ

Northrop Grumman; United States; On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Life and disability insurance

Savings plan

Paid holidays and PTO

Job summary

Northrop Grumman Space Systems is seeking an I&T Mechanical Engineer (1st Shift) to join our team in Gilbert, AZ supporting I&T for space vehicle systems and hardware. You will develop work instructions and test procedures, coordinate test activities and mentor other engineers and staff.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Creo CAD experience, and the ability to obtain/maintain a U.S. government security clearance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering.
• Experience with Creo CAD Software.
• Be able to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government security clearance (U.S. citizenship is a pre-requisite).

Responsibilities

• Perform I&T activities for space vehicle systems and hardware.
• Develop detailed work instructions and test procedures.
• Coordinate and mentor junior engineers and support staff.
• Test space flight hardware and ensure safety of personnel and hardware.

Skills

Creo CAD Software

CAD Configuration Management

Security Clearance Eligibility

Education

Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering

Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering or STEM

Tools

Windchill PDM/PLM

Job description

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: No CLEARANCE TYPE: None TRAVEL: No 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. 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 work connects and protects millions of people on earth every day, now and for the future. Explore your future and launch your career today. Northrop Grumman Space Systems is seeking an I&T Mechanical Engineer (1st Shift) to join our team of qualified, diverse individuals in Gilbert, AZ supporting I&T. This position will be located in Gilbert, Arizona and is assigned to 1st shift on a 9/80 day schedule, having every other Friday off. In this position, you will perform duties contributing to Integration and Test (I&T) activities for space vehicle systems and their supporting hardware. I&T Mechanical Engineers coordinate and oversee mechanical build and production operations performed by the technical staff. You will support and be responsible for developing detailed work instructions or test procedures, providing technical insight to, processes, support hardware designs, etc. that adhere to the requirements for the space vehicle being tested. Tasks may include ensuring the work center is set up and all elements are in place for work each day, including maintaining a safe, clean, and productive work environment, reporting daily status to I&T Managers, addressing off nominal and non-conforming conditions, creating robust corrective actions and providing mentor guidance to other engineers and support staff. Other duties include testing space flight hardware where it is expected that the systems under test are well understood, and the test constraints and hazards identified to always ensure the safety of personnel and the space flight hardware. Test results will be analyzed, and determinations made by the operator to ensure that the space flight hardware is both healthy and operating as expected. You must be knowledgeable in aerospace systems, spacecraft subsystems design, or mission operations. You will be working in a team environment where the team will be responsible for all I&T activities for the space vehicle from the generation of work instructions, through test and often including launch activities. You will have the opportunity to interact with many cross functional organizations.

Basic Qualifications for an Associate Mechanical Engineer:

• Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering
• Experience with Creo CAD Software
• Experience with CAD configuration management
• Be able to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government security clearance (U.S. citizenship is a pre-requisite).

Basic Qualifications for Mechanical Engineer:

• Must have a Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering or an equivalent STEM related discipline.
• Minimum of 2 Years of experience with a bachelor's degree;
• Minimum of 0 Years with master's degree;
• Minimum of 0 Years experience with PhD
• Be able to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government security clearance (U.S. citizenship is a pre-requisite).
• Experience with Creo CAD Software
• Experience with CAD configuration management

Preferred Qualifications for both levels:

• Have an overall cumulative GPA of 3.5 out of 4.0 or higher.
• Previous internships or school club involvement related to Mechanical Engineering Design/Build/Test.
• Experience with Creo Parametric and Windchill PDM/PLM or equivalent engineering tools.
• Experience with suppliers and supplier coordination/management
• Experience creating or writing work instructions
• Experience interpreting engineering drawings and GD&T

Primary Level Salary Range: $59,900.00 - $89,900.00 Secondary Level Salary Range: $72,100.00 - $108,100.00 The 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 http://www.northropgrumman.com/EEO.

U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.

We are a pioneering company. With careers across all areas: air, cyber, land, sea and space – our 90,000 employees work as one to defend and define the future. Northrop Grumman careers and internships are as varied as your interests, with a lifetime of potential that will give you every opportunity to do your best work. Working together with people from many backgrounds, personal passions and disciplines, we share a drive to push the boundaries of science, technology and engineering to meet the ever evolving needs of our customers worldwide.