Senior Mechanical Systems Integration Lead (Defense)

Northrop Grumman; Manhattan Beach (CA); On-site; USD 98,000 - 171,000; Full time

Job summary

Northrop Grumman is seeking a Principal/Sr Principal Mechanical Systems Design Integrator to join the Sentinel Systems Engineering & Integration team in Manhattan Beach, CA or Roy, UT. You will lead integration across mechanical design and IPTs, review 3D models, and drive gap resolution to meet program objectives.

Active DoD Secret clearance is required; you will mentor teammates, guide design processes, and ensure lifecycle success across complex aerospace programs.

Qualifications

• BS in a STEM discipline from an accredited university.
• 5+ years of related mechanical engineering experience.
• Experience with interface products (IRS/IDD/ICD) and requirement specifications.
• Experience on large aerospace/defense programs across EMD lifecycle phases.
• 3D CAD with PMI annotation in NX, Solid Edge, CATIA or similar.
• Strong communication and leadership skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead integration activities for systems-of-systems integration.
• Review NX models and ICMs for gaps or issues.
• Develop and maintain interface design documentation and specifications.
• Coordinate with IPTs and stakeholders to drive decisions.
• Provide technical leadership, mentorship and program execution support.

Skills

Mechanical design

Interface products (ICMs)

3D CAD (NX)

PLM (Teamcenter)

Systems engineering

Leadership

Education

BS in STEM

Tools

NX

Solid Edge

CATIA

DOORS

Teamcenter (CPLM)

Job description

Northrop Grumman is seeking a Principal/Sr Principal Mechanical Systems Design Integrator to join the Sentinel Systems Engineering & Integration team in Manhattan Beach, CA or Roy, UT. You will lead integration across mechanical design and IPTs, review 3D models, and drive gap resolution to meet program objectives.

Active DoD Secret clearance is required; you will mentor teammates, guide design processes, and ensure lifecycle success across complex aerospace programs.