Mechanical Engineering Manager, MCAD Drafting Lead

Northrop Grumman; Middle River (MD); On-site; USD 140,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health plan

Savings plan

Paid Time Off

Education assistance

9/80 work schedule

Job summary

Northrop Grumman is seeking a Mechanical Engineering Manager 2 in Linthicum, MD to lead the MCAD drafting team within the Hardware Mechanical Department. You will drive technical quality, scheduling, and staffing for approximately 12 drafters, coordinating with programs and partners to deliver secure, high-quality designs.

The role blends people leadership with hands-on engineering duties, requiring active U.S.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of experience in Mechanical CAD design.
• 2+ years leading a high performing team (Technical Lead/Functional Manager).
• 5+ years of experience with PCB design/layout or other hardware documentation.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day workload and priorities of the MCAD drafting team.
• Partner with programs to ensure technical quality and on-time delivery.
• Conduct performance reviews and provide coaching and feedback.
• Forecast workload and develop staffing plans to meet demand.
• Coordinate work with external partners and suppliers.

Skills

Mechanical CAD design

Team leadership

Technical documentation

Vendor collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Master’s degree

PhD

Tools

Siemens NX

Teamcenter

PLM methodologies

Documentation release

Job description

Northrop Grumman is seeking a Mechanical Engineering Manager 2 in Linthicum, MD to lead the MCAD drafting team within the Hardware Mechanical Department. You will drive technical quality, scheduling, and staffing for approximately 12 drafters, coordinating with programs and partners to deliver secure, high-quality designs.

The role blends people leadership with hands-on engineering duties, requiring active U.S.