Mechanical Engineer - Level 3 or Level 4

Northrop Grumman; Gilbert (AZ); On-site; USD 89,000 - 168,000; Full time

Job summary

Northrop Grumman Space Sector in Gilbert, AZ seeks a Mechanical Engineer (Level 3 or 4) to develop spacecraft structures and mechanical hardware from requirements to integration and testing. You will use CAD tools to create detailed designs, develop manufacturing documentation, and support flight-ready assemblies.

The role emphasizes MGSE design leadership, model-based drawings with GD&T, and collaboration with customers and internal teams to deliver reliable space hardware.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related STEM field with 5 years of engineering experience or a Master's Degree with 3 years of experience.
• Experience with Creo Parametric.
• Experience generating Model Based Drawings with GD&T per ASME Y14.5.

Responsibilities

• Lead MGSE development and perform detailed MGSE design using Creo Parametric and other CAD tools.
• Review/perform cost and schedule planning for MGSE projects and proposals.
• Provide technical leadership, direction, and mentoring to MGSE engineers.
• Lead initial MGSE sizing through hand calculations and analysis; contribute as an individual contributor.
• Coordinate with customers, programs, I&T, and suppliers; ensure designs meet MGSE standards.

Skills

MGSE design

Leadership

Systems engineering

Technical communication

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Master's Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Creo Parametric

GD&T (ASME Y14.5)

Job description

This requisition may be filled at either a Level 3 or Level 4 based on the qualifications listed below.
RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available
CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: No
CLEARANCE TYPE: None
TRAVEL: 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. Northrop Grumman Space Sector is seeking a Mechanical Engineer - Level 3 or Level 4 to support our Mechanical Systems & Design group based in Gilbert, Arizona. In this role, the Mechanical Engineer will support the development, and integration of spacecraft structures and mechanical hardware, taking projects from initial requirements through to integration and testing. The selected candidate will utilize advanced Computer-Aided Design (CAD) tools and related software to create detailed designs, develop documentation for manufacturing, and support assembly into flight-ready spacecraft.

Job responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Ability to Lead MGSE development and work as an individual contributor performing detailed MGSE design and utilizing modeling CREO parametric Computer Aided Design (CAD) and other software tools to develop and document designs
• Review/Perform cost and schedule planning for MGSE projects and proposals
• Provides technical leadership, direction, and mentoring to other engineers within the MGSE section
• Ability to Lead initial sizing of MGSE through hand calculations analysis and work as an individual contributor
• Review of completed analyses and drawings to ensure designs conform to MGSE standards
• Coordination and communication with customers, programs, Integration and Test (I&T), functional management, other engineering disciplines and component suppliers
• Lead small proposal activities, writes requirement specifications and experience with statement of work (SOW)
• Concise presentation and explanation of structural issues/solutions to internal management and customer representatives

Basic Qualifications - Level 3

• Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related STEM field with 5 years of engineering experience or a Master's Degree in Mechanical Engineering related STEM field with 3 years of engineering experience
• Experience with Creo Parametric
• Experience generating Model Based Drawings with application of GD&T in accordance with ASME Y14.5 standard
• Must be able and willing to obtain and maintain a DoD Top Secret/SCI clearance
• Ability to provide technical leadership, over-site and direction to MGSE teams.
• Strong understanding of engineering principles, processes and applications (engineering standards, configuration management, material review board, process control, tooling, facilities, software, etc.).
• Combination of knowledge and experience in the following areas: complex integration and qualification/acceptance testing, product development including mechanical design and materials.
• Demonstrated ability to make difficult technical decisions with data driven judgment.
• Strong oral and written communication skills, including demonstrated experience with high value customer presentations, with ability to focus on multiple projects with competing priorities.

Basic Qualifications - Level 4

• Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related STEM field with 8 years of engineering experience or a Master's Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related STEM field with 6 years of engineering experience
• Experience with Creo Parametric
• Experience generating Model Based Drawings with application of GD&T in accordance with ASME Y14.5 standard
• Must be able and willing to obtain and maintain a DoD Top Secret/SCI clearance
• Ability to provide technical leadership, over-site and direction to MGSE teams.
• Strong understanding of engineering principles, processes and applications (engineering standards, configuration management, material review board, process control, tooling, facilities, software, etc.).
• Combination of knowledge and experience in the following areas: complex integration and qualification/acceptance testing, product development including mechanical design and materials.
• Demonstrated ability to make difficult technical decisions with data driven judgment.
• Strong oral and written communication skills, including demonstrated experience with high value customer presentations, with ability to focus on multiple projects with competing priorities

Preferred Qualifications

• Current DoD Top Secret Clearance
• Experience working on Special Access Programs
• Experience working on Mechanical Ground Support Equipment
• Experience working Space Vehicle Design or Integration and Test
• Experience as a Lead Engineer managing a small group of design engineers
• Experienced and trained in Cost Account Management (CAM)
• Advocate and lead efforts in Digital Transformation initiatives, and process improvements.

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https://www.northropgrumman.com/space
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Primary Level Salary Range: $89,400.00 - $134,200.00
Secondary Level Salary Range: $111,700.00 - $167,500.00
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.
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