Principal Tool Design Engineer/Senior Principal Tool Design Engineer

Northrop Grumman Corp. (AU); Clearfield (UT); On-site; USD 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job description

Requisition ID: R10162903

• Category: Engineering

• Location: Clearfield, Utah, 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: 1

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.

Northrop Grumman Aeronautics Systems has openings for Principal Tool Design Engineer/Senior Principal Tool Design Engineer within the Tool Engineering organization. The position will be located in Clearfield, Utah.

The Principal Tool Design Engineer/Senior Principal Tool Design Engineer will be a part of the Tool Design Team and will support tooling needs for businesses, production, and other processes in a team-based manufacturing environment.

The ideal candidate for this role will have leadership abilities to work with internal and external customers and colleagues to ensure that the design meets the customer needs and see it through each phase of the engineering process (Design, Fabrication, and Implementation). The candidate selected will need to be an excellent communicator and have the ability to work in a team-oriented environment with minimal direct supervision, be adaptable to processes and company policy while providing input or methods of process/design innovation.

*The individual selected to fill this vacancy will be required to work on the 1st shift Monday-Friday (9/80) with every other Friday off.

• This position is currently unfunded and contingent upon award.

Essential Functions / Responsibilities:

• Design simple to complex Tooling, Drill and Assembly Jigs, and Dies via Catia and/or NX to support production.

• Properly layout drawings using views and dimensions that are in compliance with ASME Y14.1-5 standards.

• Conceptualize designs in 3D, detail the CAD model and detail the drawings for fabrication.

• Execution of design and fabrication requirements for tools and fixtures with customers.

• Perform tolerance analysis and apply appropriate GD&T to ensure form, fit, and function.

• Conduct root cause failure investigations and implement associated corrective actions.

• Lead and assist the product development team with new product designs to ensure manufacturability, validate processes and technology.

• Perform and review FEA analyses to ensure appropriate design margins.

This position may be filled as a Principal Tool Design Engineer/Senior Principal Tool Design Engineer based on the qualifications outlined below.

Basic Qualifications for Principal Tool Design Engineer:

• Bachelor’s Degree STEM with 5 years drafting, tool design, engineering experience OR Masters’ Degree STEM with 3 years’ experience OR PhD and 0 years' experience.

• Ability to understand, read, and apply GD&T to a blueprint.

• Ability to coordinate with 5 or more people ranging from fabrication experts to engineering experts to define large, complex statements of work.

• Experience in Catia, NX or equivalent design software, and ASME Y 14.5 in a design role.

• Must have experience with finite element analysis.

• Professional Engineering License (preferably from Utah – consideration will be given if candidate is within 1 year of completing certification).

• Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret Security Clearance.

• Ability to obtain Special Program Access within a reasonable timeframe as required by the business.

Basic Qualifications for Senior Principal Tool Design Engineer:

• Bachelor’s Degree STEM with 9 years drafting, tool design, engineering experience OR Masters’ Degree STEM with 7 years’ experience OR PhD and 4 years' experience.

• Ability to understand, read, and apply GD&T to a blueprint.

• Ability to coordinate with 5 or more people ranging from fabrication experts to engineering experts to define large, complex statements of work.

• Experience in Catia, NX or equivalent design software, and ASME Y 14.5 in a design role.

• Broad experience with finite element analysis.

• Professional Engineering License (preferably from Utah – consideration will be given if candidate is within 1 year of completing certification).

• Must be able to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret Security Clearance.

• Ability to obtain Special Program Access within a reasonable timeframe as required by the business.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Professional Engineering license that is valid in the state of Utah.

• Active DoD Secret Security Clearance.

• In Scope Program Access.

• Tool Design experience.

What we offer:

At Northrop Grumman, we are on the cutting edge of innovation -- building the next generation of sophisticated aircraft to protect our country. Our diverse portfolio of programs means there are endless paths to cultivate your career. We are well-known for our inclusive, family environment, phenomenal learning opportunities, and exposure to a wide variety of projects and customers.

Salary Range: $84,200 - $126,400

Salary Range 2: $104,400 - $156,600

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.

Employees may be eligible for a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay. Annual bonuses are designed to reward individual contributions as well as allow employees to share in company results. Employees in Vice President or Director positions may be eligible for Long Term Incentives. In addition, Northrop Grumman provides a variety of benefits including health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, savings plan, Company paid holidays and paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business.

The application period for the job is estimated to be 20 days from the job posting date. However, this timeline may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates.

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.