Principal CAD & Modeling Engineer - Defense Systems

Northrop Grumman; United States; On-site; USD 94,000 - 176,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance coverage

Life and disability insurance

Savings plan

Company paid holidays

Paid time off (PTO)

Annual bonuses & discretionary bonus

Long Term Incentives for VP/Director

Job summary

Northrop Grumman Space Systems is seeking a Principal/Sr Principal Computer Aided Design and Modeling Engineer to support radar system development in Colorado Springs, CO. This CAD-focused role converts COTS drawings into accurate 2D/3D models, drawings, specs, and as-built documentation with strong ASME and safety focus.

Responsibilities include creating and validating drawing packages, coordinating with engineering teams, and using PLM/PDM tools.

Qualifications

• Active U.S. Government Secret clearance, current and in scope, with ability to obtain SCI.
• 5+ years with a Bachelor, 3 years with a Master, or 1 year with a PhD in a related field for Principal.
• 8+ years with a Bachelor, 6 years with a Master, or 4 years with a PhD for Sr Principal.
• Proficiency in 2D/3D CAD drafting and modeling (AutoCAD and/or SolidWorks).
• Experience producing fabrication or installation drawings and BOMs per ASME drafting standards.
• Experience with PLM/PDM systems (Teamcenter/Windchill/ENOVIA/ARAS).
• Ability to travel up to 25%.

Responsibilities

• Develop, update, and release 2D drawings and 3D models using AutoCAD and SolidWorks.
• Produce full drawing packages with dimensions, tolerances, BOMs, and installation procedures.
• Review drawings for clarity, accuracy, and ASME/safety compliance.
• Incorporate changes into redlines and as-built drawings.
• Collaborate with mechanical, electrical, civil/structural, systems, and construction teams.
• Support drawing reviews, verification, and documentation release using PLM/PDM tools.
• Help improve CAD standards and drafting practices.

Skills

CAD drafting

AutoCAD

SolidWorks

PLM/PDM

ASME standards

Security clearance

Travel up to 25%

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor in related field

Master in related field

PhD (optional)

Tools

Siemens Teamcenter

Windchill

ENOVIA

ARAS

Job description

Northrop Grumman Space Systems is seeking a Principal/Sr Principal Computer Aided Design and Modeling Engineer to support radar system development in Colorado Springs, CO. This CAD-focused role converts COTS drawings into accurate 2D/3D models, drawings, specs, and as-built documentation with strong ASME and safety focus.

Responsibilities include creating and validating drawing packages, coordinating with engineering teams, and using PLM/PDM tools.