Senior Principal Mechanical Systems Engineer-Undersea Tech

Northrop Grumman; Annapolis (MD); On-site; USD 136,000 - 204,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Health insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Savings plan

Paid holidays and PTO

Job summary

Northrop Grumman in Annapolis, MD is seeking a Senior Principal Mechanical Systems Engineer to lead concept development, design, hardware integration, and testing of naval systems.

The role requires a BS in Engineering with 8+ years (MS 6 years, PhD 4) and hands-on experience in FEA, 3D CAD, and structural analyses; US citizenship with TS/SCI eligibility is required. On-site work and cross-project collaboration are essential.

Qualifications

• BS degree in Engineering (Aerospace, Mechanical or equivalent STEM) with minimum 8 years experience; MS with 6 years; 4 years with PhD.
• Ability to work on-site at Annapolis, MD campus.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, supporting multiple projects simultaneously.
• Proficiency in using engineering design, production, analysis, and office tools.
• Experience with Finite Element Analysis tools, bolted joint analysis, and structural hand calculations.
• Experience using 3D CAD software to create and review models.
• US citizen with the ability to obtain TS/SCI and pass a polygraph.

Responsibilities

• Develop concepts, problem solve, plan, design, and integrate hardware and tests.
• Translate customer requirements into system solutions considering technical, schedule, and cost constraints.
• Engage with underwater/naval systems knowledge and related programs.
• Excel in teamwork, prioritization, and multitasking to meet project goals.
• Analyze complex problems and communicate results effectively.

Skills

FEA

3D CAD

Structural analysis

Technical communication

Education

BS in Engineering (Aerospace/Mechanical)

MS in Engineering

PhD

Tools

CAD software

FEM software

Office tools

Job description

Northrop Grumman in Annapolis, MD is seeking a Senior Principal Mechanical Systems Engineer to lead concept development, design, hardware integration, and testing of naval systems.

The role requires a BS in Engineering with 8+ years (MS 6 years, PhD 4) and hands-on experience in FEA, 3D CAD, and structural analyses; US citizenship with TS/SCI eligibility is required. On-site work and cross-project collaboration are essential.