Tool Designer Level 1 or Level 2

0909 SP - Orbital Space Systems; United States; On-site; USD 44,000 - 74,000; Full time

Job summary

Northrop Grumman is seeking a Tool Designer Level 1 or Level 2 to design tooling and equipment for Aerospace applications. You will perform 3D CAD modeling, 2D drawings, and verification, with procurement and fabrication support across programs.

You will work with engineering and manufacturing teams to meet cost, schedule and quality goals, review drawings for manufacturability, and implement manufacturing-friendly designs. U.S. citizenship and clearance eligibility required.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required; Level 2 adds experience.
• Experience in 3D CAD modeling using standard CAD software.
• Experience in 2D drafting and drawing creation from 3D models.
• Knowledge of GD&T is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Interface with review team to assure customer satisfaction with design.
• Collaborate with engineering and manufacturing to ensure quality, delivery, and cost objectives.
• Design, model and draft tooling support equipment for new and existing programs.
• Develop tooling concepts to meet customer requirements.
• Create 3D CAD models and 2D final drawings with Tool Engineers.
• Monitor cost and schedule; ensure manufacturability of designs.
• Implement Design for Manufacturing to reduce cost and schedule.
• Support vendors during fabrication.
• Inspect tool configuration for drawing compliance.

Skills

CAD modeling

2D drafting

Design for Manufacturing

Cost awareness

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

NX/Creo

SolidWorks

Drafting software

Job description

Job Details

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: No CLEARANCE TYPE: None TRAVEL: No Description

Company Overview

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 is a space pioneer, supporting government, civil and commercial customers in solving their biggest challenges. Our forward-leaning, innovative spirit is backed by a legacy of expertise that began at the dawn of the space age. Our mission experience in space runs deep, we know our customers well, and our capabilities are unmatched. This is what allows us to provide reliable, agile and affordable space solutions to best serve our customers.

Position Overview

Northrop Grumman is seeking an Tool Designer Level 1 or Level 2. Candidate will be responsible for the concept, design, 3D CAD modeling, 2D fabrication drawings, inspection requirements, procurement requirements, verification requirements, and fabrication support for tooling and equipment for Aerospace applications.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Interface with review team to assure customer satisfaction with design
• Work alongside the engineering and manufacturing team to ensure overall program quality, delivery, and cost objectives are achieved
• Work with internal Customers to design, model and draft needed support equipment for new and existing programs
• Developing tooling concepts, to meet customer requirements
• Work closely with Tool Engineers to create 3D CAD models and 2D final drawings
• Understand/monitor cost and schedule
• Review engineering drawings and designs for manufacturability
• Implement Design for Manufacturing into all designs to reduce cost and schedule
• Support vendors as needed during fabrication
• Inspect tool configuration for drawing compliance, including fit, form and function
• Support continuous improvement
• Support Operations and Process Engineering in the use of all tooling

This position can be filled as a level 1 or level 2 depending on qualifications.

Basic Qualifications

• Tool Designer Level 1:
  High School diploma or equivalent and 0 years additional education and/or related experience
  Must have the ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government security clearance (U.S. citizenship is a pre-requisite)
  Experience in 3D CAD modeling using standard commercial CAD software
  Experience in 2D drafting and drawing creation from 3D models
  Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  Drive and motivation to be proactive in problem solving and continuous improvement
• Tool Designer Level 2:
  High School diploma or equivalent and 2 years additional education and/or related experience.
  Must have the ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government security clearance (U.S. citizenship is a pre-requisite)
  Experience in design and fabrication of special tooling and related equipment.
  Desire, i.e. passion, to build and manufacture support hardware
  Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  Strong organizational skills in managing time, projects and resources
  Leadership ability
  Technical attention to detail
• Preferred Requirements:
  Experience modifying existing 2D drawings and 3D CAD models
  Demonstrated ability to evaluate vendor and equipment capability and ability to perform required tasks to include production of tooling as well as unique aerospace part production
  NX/Creo modeling, Solidworks and drafting experience
  Crisp and concise communication skills to convey designs and share project status
  Proficiency in ASME Y14.5 (Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing, GD&T)
  Proficiency with welded assemblies, weld symbols and dimensioning of weldments
  Parametric modeling in CAD to automate CAD model creation
  Knowledge of programming for CAD Software to automate routine processes

Total Rewards & Benefits

Working at Northrop Grumman is more than just a paycheck. We offer a comprehensive Total Rewards and benefits package designed to help you thrive at work and in life. For more information on our Total Rewards package, please visit our Total Rewards site.

Northrop Grumman Total Rewards Primary Level Salary Range: $44,400.00 - $74,000.00

Secondary Level Salary Range: $52,700.00 - $87,900.00

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.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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.

Company Culture

We are a pioneering company. With careers across all areas: air, cyber, land, sea and space – our 90,000 employees work as one to defend and define the future. Northrop Grumman careers and internships are as varied as your interests, with a lifetime of potential that will give you every opportunity to do your best work. Working together with people from many backgrounds, personal passions and disciplines, we share a drive to push the boundaries of science, technology and engineering to meet the ever evolving needs of our customers worldwide.