Principal Mechanical Engineer - Aerospace | Secret Clearance

Northrop Grumman; Roy (UT); On-site; USD 72,000 - 108,000; Full time

Job summary

Northrop Grumman in Utah is seeking a Mechanical Engineer with a strong background in design of mechanical systems for defense programs. You will develop CAD models and drawings, verify designs through analysis, and support the full lifecycle from concept to test and installation.

The role requires a Bachelor in Mechanical Engineering, active Secret clearance, and experience with Siemens NX. Occasional travel may be required; relocation assistance may be available.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related STEM field.
• Minimum of 2 years (level 2) or 5 years (level 3) of relevant experience.
• U.S. citizen.
• Must have an active or current Secret clearance at time of application.
• Ability to obtain and maintain Special Access Program (SAP) approval within a reasonable period of time.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience with CAD modeling (Siemens NX preferred).
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in mechanical engineering that includes a background in mechanical systems (mechanisms preferred).
• Familiar with common engineering standards (ISO, ASME, Mil Spec, NAS, etc.).
• Knowledge of GD&T, materials selection, and manufacturing processes.

Responsibilities

• Primary role is to serve as a mechanical designer for mechanical systems (mechanisms) design on a major Northrop Grumman Defense Systems program.
• Research, plan, design, and develop mechanical/aerospace products for aircraft, spacecraft, launch vehicles, missiles, ground vehicles and associated ground and test equipment.
• Develop CAD models and 3D model based drawings using Siemens NX and Team Center.
• Verify specifications and designs through modeling and simulation, test data processing, and performance analysis.
• Support all phases of the systems lifecycle including design, drawings, fabrication, test, installation, operation and maintenance.
• Design of components/systems, and preliminary/sizing analysis for both stress and dynamic analysis of aerospace structures.
• Preparation and presentation of reports, briefings, design documents (drawings and specifications) and interface with customers.

Skills

Communication skills

Independence

GD&T knowledge

Materials selection

Manufacturing processes

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related STEM field

Tools

Siemens NX

Teamcenter

Job description

Northrop Grumman in Utah is seeking a Mechanical Engineer with a strong background in design of mechanical systems for defense programs. You will develop CAD models and drawings, verify designs through analysis, and support the full lifecycle from concept to test and installation.

The role requires a Bachelor in Mechanical Engineering, active Secret clearance, and experience with Siemens NX. Occasional travel may be required; relocation assistance may be available.