Mechanical Systems Engineer / Principal Mechanical Systems Engineer - R10185309

Northrop Grumman; Melbourne (FL); On-site; USD 77,000 - 116,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a pioneering firm as a Mechanical Systems Engineer and contribute to revolutionary aircraft systems that impact lives globally. In this role, you'll design and develop mechanical systems architecture, ensuring integration with various teams and components. You'll thrive in a dynamic environment, utilizing your problem-solving and leadership skills to mentor others while adapting to changes in aircraft configurations. This is an exciting opportunity to work on cutting-edge technology, making a significant difference in the aerospace industry. If you are passionate about engineering and eager to take on challenges, this position is perfect for you.

Benefits

Relocation assistance

Diverse workforce commitment

Equal Opportunity Employer

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's in STEM with engineering experience required.
• Familiarity with CAD software and government clearance needed.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop mechanical systems architecture for aircraft.
• Coordinate with multiple teams for integration activities.

Skills

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Leadership skills

Team coordination

Mentoring skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in STEM

Master’s Degree in STEM

PhD in STEM

Tools

3D Computer Aided Design (CAD)

NX CAD

Teamcenter PDM/PLM

Matlab/Simulink

MSC ADAMS

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Mechanical Systems Engineer / Principal Mechanical Systems Engineer

Requisition ID: R10185309

• Location: Melbourne, Florida, United States of America
• Clearance Type: Secret
• Telecommute: No- Teleworking not available for this position
• Shift: 1st Shift (United States of America)
• Travel Required: Yes, 10% of the Time
• Relocation Assistance: Relocation assistance may be available
• Positions Available: 2

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. 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.

Please note that this opportunity is contingent on program funding. Start dates are determined after funding confirmation.

Northrop Grumman Aeronautics Systems has an opening for a Mechanical Systems Engineer / Principal Mechanical Systems Engineer to join our team of qualified, diverse individuals. This role will be located in Melbourne, FL.

The candidate will have responsibility for design and/or integration of aircraft mechanical systems, including the development of mechanical architecture and source selection of components for an aircraft platform.

Responsibilities and duties:

1. Design and development of mechanical systems architecture (e.g., utility mechanisms, flight control systems, up-lock and down-lock systems, gear drive systems, etc.)
2. Specification and selection of aircraft mechanical systems components (e.g., electromechanical and/or hydraulic rotary/linear drive actuators, geared rotary actuators, door drive systems, etc.)
3. Qualification and certification of mechanical systems components
4. Support to lab testing and verification activities
5. Integration activities, requiring coordination with stakeholders (Structural/Subsystem Design/Analysis Teams, Supplier Management Teams, Software Teams, Vehicle Management Systems Teams, etc.)
6. Attendance at internal program, customer and/or supplier technical exchange meetings and/or formal program milestone reviews to provide and/or obtain progress status updates.

The successful candidate will be a self-starter, well-organized with good problem-solving skills, able to perform effectively despite concurrent work tasks and will possess strong communication, leadership, team coordination and mentoring skills. The successful candidate will also thrive in an aircraft development design environment and be able to react and quickly adapt to changes in aircraft configuration.

This role may be filled as an Aeronautical Engineer (Level 2) or Principal Aeronautical Engineer (Level 3) based on the qualifications outlined below.

Basic Qualifications:

1. Mechanical Systems Engineer - Bachelor’s Degree in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics) discipline from an accredited university and 2 years of engineering experience OR Master’s degree in a STEM discipline and 0 years of engineering experience
2. Principal Mechanical Systems Engineer - Bachelor’s Degree in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics) discipline from an accredited university and 5 years of engineering experience OR Master’s degree in a STEM discipline and 3 years of engineering experience OR PhD and 1 year of engineering experience
3. Prior experience or familiarity with 3D Computer Aided Design (CAD) software applications
4. Your ability to transfer and maintain the final adjudicated government Secret clearance, and any program access(es) required for the position within a reasonable period of time, as determined by the company

Preferred Qualifications:

1. Master’s Degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering or related discipline
2. Experience with the specification, selection, and qualification of aircraft actuation hardware (electrically and hydraulically powered)
3. Aircraft mechanical systems design experience, including kinematic design/analysis and/or control systems logic
4. Familiarity with development of aircraft door/canopy actuation and locking mechanisms (e.g., crew entry, weapons bay doors, landing gear doors, and utility doors, including the development of in-flight door opening mechanisms)
5. Experience with NX CAD and Teamcenter PDM/PLM or equivalent engineering tools
6. Experience with Matlab/Simulink
7. Experience using MSC ADAMS and/or NX Motion Simulation
8. Familiarity with industry standard software application tools such as Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook, Visio, etc.), Adobe Acrobat, etc.
9. Task leadership / mentorship experience
10. Prior experience in coordinating with multiple Integrated Product Teams (IPTs) within a dynamic program environment
11. Experience with suppliers and supplier coordination/management

Salary Range: $77,200 - $115,800

Salary Range 2: $95,300 - $142,900

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.

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 http://www.northropgrumman.com/EEO . U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.