Sr. Principal Mechanical Engineer

Northrop Grumman; Chantilly (VA); On-site; USD 129,000 - 194,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Savings plan

Company paid holidays

PTO

Job summary

Northrop Grumman is seeking a Sr. Principal Mechanical Engineer in Chantilly, VA to join the Mission Systems Discipline Engineering Organization. The role involves creating designs, performing analyses, and integrating hardware and systems of systems on SIGINT platforms.

This is an on-site, full-time position with up to 10% CONUS travel. The ideal candidate has a structural analysis background, hands-on fabrication, and strong CAD skills, preferably with SolidWorks and PMI/GD&T experience, plus

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related STEM field.
• 8+ years of experience with a Bachelor's, 6+ with a Master’s, or 4+ with a PhD.
• Experience with 3D modeling tools and design/drawings.
• Hands-on hardware assembly, testing, and integration.

Responsibilities

• Create designs and perform analysis for hardware systems.
• Work in 3D CAD to design solutions and generate documentation.
• Procure, inspect, and assemble first article designs.
• Collaborate with manufacturers and customers to validate designs.

Skills

3D CAD modeling

SolidWorks

GD&T

Mechanical design

Systems integration

Prototype/shop experience

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering

Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering

PhD in related field

Tools

SolidWorks

PDM/PLM

Job description

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be availableCLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: NoCLEARANCE TYPE: UnclearedTRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the TimeDescriptionAt 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 - from the first flight across the Atlantic Ocean, to stealth bombers, to landing on the moon. 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 — and we have an insatiable drive to do what others think is impossible. Our employees are not only part of history, they're making history.Northrop Grumman is seeking a Sr. Principal Mechanical Engineer to join Mission Systems Discipline Engineering Organization. This position will be located in Chantilly, VARoles and Responsibilities:Create designs, perform analysis, integrate hardware, test deliverables, and generate documentation for hardware systems and systems of systemsWork in 3D CAD to design solutionsUtilize 3D CAD and other resources to perform analysis and calculations to validate designsProcure, inspect, and assemble first article designsWork with manufacturers to validate DFMSupport operations and maintenance of fielded SIGINT systemsCollaborate with a multidisciplinary engineering team to upgrade and improve developmental and fielded systems to maximize uptime and capabilitiesInterface and collaborate with customers, end users, operators, and field representativesThis is an on-site and full-time positionRole includes potential CONUS travel (up to 10%), with more available based on interest and program needs.Basic Qualifications for Sr. Principal Mechanical Engineer:Must have a Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or an equivalent STEM related discipline.Minimum of 8 years of experience with a Bachelor's degree; Minimum of 6 years with Master's degree; Minimum of 4 Years experience with PhDWilling and able to obtain and maintain a TS/SCI Security Clearance (U.S. citizenship is a pre-requisite)Experience with design modeling and drawing efforts using 3-D modeling toolsExperience and willingness to be hands on during hardware assembly, testing and integrationExperience creating designs using machined steel and aluminum, sheet metal, welded fixtures, additive manufacturing/composites components and assembliesExperience creating mechanical documentation; part drawings, assembly drawings, ANSI standards, etc.Experience performing mechanical analyses (structural FEA, modal, thermal) to validate and qualify designs.Hands-on experience in prototype or production machine shops, including interpreting drawings, tolerances, and GD&T. Preferred Qualifications:Active Top Secret/SCI security clearanceExperience packaging custom electronics and COTS into ruggedized enclosures for airborne and ground systems.Proficiency with SolidWorks (or similar 3D CAD) for complex assemblies, configurations, and ANSI/ASME drawings.Experience with CAD data management and configuration control (PDM/PLM, revision control, release workflows).Familiarity with model-based definition (MBD) and applying PMI/GD&T within 3D models.Experience integrating mechanical designs with electrical, RF, and software in multi discipline teams.Experience supporting hardware integration, test, and troubleshooting in lab and field environments.Demonstrated ability to produce clear, complete mechanical documentation (parts, assemblies, BOMs, work instructions).Aptitude and experience in systems integration and test activities, including hardware / software integration, verification, and troubleshooting.Knowledge of SIGINT operationsPrimary Level Salary Range: $129,300.00 - $193,900.00The 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.Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and 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 an Equal Opportunity 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. For our complete EEO and pay transparency statement, please visit http://www.northropgrumman.com/EEO. U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.