Staff Electromechanical Design Engineer

Northrop Grumman; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 163,000 - 245,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Staff Electromechanical Design Engineer, where you'll lead the design of cutting-edge RF and mixed signal modules. This role offers you the chance to work with diverse teams, drive innovation, and contribute to projects that shape the future of technology. With a focus on collaboration and creativity, you'll mentor less experienced engineers and ensure project milestones are met. Enjoy a robust benefits package and a flexible work schedule that promotes work-life balance. If you have a passion for engineering and a desire to make a difference, this is the opportunity for you.

Benefits

Medical, Dental & Vision coverage

401k

Educational Assistance

Life Insurance

Employee Assistance Programs

Paid Time Off

Health & Wellness Resources

Employee Discounts

Qualifications

• 12 years of experience in Mechanical/Electrical Engineering or related fields.
• Ability to obtain/maintain a US Secret Clearance.

Responsibilities

• Design and support RF, digital, and mixed signal multi-chip modules.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams for effective project execution.

Skills

PWB/CCA design

Signal routing

Chip-scale packaging technologies

Technical leadership

RF signals routing

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering

Master’s degree in related fields

PhD in related fields

Tools

AutoCAD

Xpedition

NX or other 3D modeling software

Job description

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available

CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret

TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the Time

Description

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 - 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 Mission Systems is seeking a Staff Electromechanical Design Engineer to join our team of qualified, diverse individuals. This position will be located in Linthicum, Maryland.

Roles and Responsibilities include:

1. Design, prototyping and production support of state-of-the-art RF, digital, and mixed signal multi-chip modules (MCMs), Printed Wiring Boards (PWBs), and Circuit Card Assemblies (CCAs) using various substrate materials and chip-scale packaging technologies.
2. Collaboration within a cross-functional Integrated Product Team (IPT); effective and timely communication with peers in adjacent functions, including electrical design, systems engineering, thermal analysis, structural analysis, drafting, supply chain management and manufacturing.
3. Organizing and prioritizing tasks to accomplish project milestones within schedule and budgetary constraints.
4. Providing technical leadership and mentoring to less experienced personnel.

This position is contingent on the ability to obtain/maintain a US Secret Clearance or higher.

Basic Qualifications for Staff Electromechanical Design Engineer:

1. Bachelor’s degree with 12 years of experience, a master’s degree with 10 years of experience or a PhD with 8 years of experience in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or related technical fields. Will consider 4 years of applied experience in lieu of degree requirement.
2. U.S Citizenship with the ability to obtain/maintain an active DoD Secret Clearance.
3. Experience with PWB/CCA design and signal routing, including chip-scale packaging technologies and substrate/PWB layout.
4. Working knowledge of materials, specifications, manufacturing processes and design tools utilized for multi-chip modules, PWBs and CCAs.
5. Proficient with AutoCAD and/or Xpedition software.
6. Familiarity with NX or other 3D modeling software.

Preferred Qualifications:

1. Advanced degrees in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or related technical fields.
2. Active DoD Secret Clearance or higher.
3. Proficiency with ASME Y14.5 geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T) and ASME Y14.100 engineering drawing practices.
4. Familiarity with thermal and structural analysis considerations, methodologies, and software tools.
5. Experience with hands-on assembly and testing of prototype electronic hardware.
6. Experience in a technical leadership role on a cross-functional product development team.
7. Experience routing RF signals.

This positions standard work schedule is a 9/80. The 9/80 schedule allows employees who work a nine-hour day Monday through Thursday to take every other Friday off.

As a full-time employee of Northrop Grumman Mission Systems, you are eligible for our robust benefits package including:

1. Medical, Dental & Vision coverage.
2. 401k.
3. Educational Assistance.
4. Life Insurance.
5. Employee Assistance Programs & Work/Life Solutions.
6. Paid Time Off.
7. Health & Wellness Resources.
8. Employee Discounts.

Link to Benefits: https://totalrewards.northropgrumman.com/

Salary Range: $163,200.00 - $244,800.00

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.

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.