Principal Design Engineer - CAD/PLM Expert (Top Secret)

Northrop Grumman; Annapolis (MD); On-site; USD 99,000 - 148,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Overtime eligibility

Discretionary bonus

Health insurance

Savings plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Northrop Grumman is seeking a Principal Engineering Design professional at the Annapolis, MD location. The role involves designing major components and coordinating with teams to meet stringent specifications, with a Top Secret clearance required.

Essential qualifications include a STEM degree, 3D CAD experience, and strong knowledge of GD&T, drawings, and PLM tools. The position supports a collaborative, mission-driven environment with competitive benefits.

Qualifications

• U.S. citizen with Top Secret clearance and ability to obtain SAP approval

Responsibilities

• Designs major components or major portions of a functional system
• Develops layouts, sketches, and notes for design proposals
• Considers manufacturability, materials, interchangeability, and cost
• Coordinates with other organizations affected by design development
• Creates layouts of complex assemblies and parts
• Identifies design issues and proposes revisions or improvements

Skills

3D CAD modeling

Communication skills

GD&T interpretation

Design release procedures

Engineering drawings release

MBE/MBOM knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in a relevant STEM field

MS degree with 3 years relevant experience

Tools

Siemens Teamcenter

PLM tools

Job description

Northrop Grumman is seeking a Principal Engineering Design professional at the Annapolis, MD location. The role involves designing major components and coordinating with teams to meet stringent specifications, with a Top Secret clearance required.

Essential qualifications include a STEM degree, 3D CAD experience, and strong knowledge of GD&T, drawings, and PLM tools. The position supports a collaborative, mission-driven environment with competitive benefits.