Tool Engineer / Principal Tool Engineer

Northrop Grumman; Palmdale (CA); On-site; USD 83,400 - 155,400; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance coverage

Paid time off (PTO)

Discretionary bonuses

Job summary

Northrop Grumman is seeking a Tool Engineer in Palmdale, CA, to design and oversee the build of complex tools and assemblies. The role requires a Bachelor's degree and experience in tool design, CAD software, and collaboration with diverse teams.

The ideal candidate should possess strong mechanical aptitude and effective communication skills while working in a dynamic and innovative environment. A commitment to safety and ergonomic standards is essential, along with problem-solving capabilities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree with 1 year of manufacturing or tool design experience.
• Knowledgeable in design areas like Dies, Molds, and cutting tools.
• Experience using CAD software such as NX, Mastercam, Solidworks.

Responsibilities

• Plan, design, document and oversee the build of complex tools.
• Collaborate with engineering, technicians, and management.
• Work independently to solve problems and create new designs.

Skills

Advanced computer skills (Microsoft office suite + CAD)

Mechanical aptitude

Strong time management skills

Effective communication skills

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or relevant field

Master’s Degree in Engineering

Tools

CAD software (NX, Mastercam, Solidworks)

Machine design tools

Job description

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available

CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: No

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 Aeronautics Systems (NGAS) has an opening for a Tool Engineer or Principal Tool Engineer to join our team of qualified, diverse individuals. This position will be located in Palmdale, CA.

Bring your experience as a Tool Designer to support our Armament Business unit.

Essential Job Functions & Responsibilities

• Plan, design, document and oversee the build of complex tools and assemblies
• Design tools, mechanisms, special machine tools using NX and Mastercam
• Create designs and drawings to be sent out for build
• Requires knowledge of mechanics and application of mechanical movements
• Adapt standard equipment to special purposes
• Work independently to solve problems and create new designs, generally with little guidance
• Select materials to be used to meet design and usage requirements
• Supervise test and assembly of new design if necessary
• Familiar with ergonomics and with applicable OSHA safety standards relative to pneumatics and hydraulics
• Collaborates with engineering, technicians and management throughout the design and build process
• Organize and maintain new and existing drawing records

Competencies

• Customer Service
• Advanced computer skills (Microsoft office suite + CAD)
• Works well under pressure
• Strong time management skills
• Attention to detail
• Effective communication skills
• Continuous improvement
• Mechanical aptitude
• Works with ambiguity

Basic Qualifications Tool Engineer

• Bachelor’s degree with 1 year of manufacturing or tool design experience OR Master’s Degree with 0 years of experience
• Experience creating drawings to be used in manufacturing following industry and corporate drafting standards
• Experience in machine shop practices
• Knowledge of the physical properties of materials and how to harden, temper and stress relieve materials to achieve required properties
• Must be knowledgeable in the following design areas: Dies, Molds, Gaging, cutting tools, fixtures, Machine design
• Design and assemble precise tools and fixtures to work with energetic materials
• Experience in press tooling, both hydraulic and pneumatic presses
• Experience using CAD software such as NX, Mastercam, Solidworks
• Able to work weekly Monday – Thursday 3:00 PM - 1:30 AM; Occasional Fridays and overtime required
• Considerable amount of time standing and walking, up to 50% of time

Basic Qualifications Principal Tool Engineer

• Bachelor’s degree with 4 years of manufacturing or tool design experience OR Master’s Degree with 3 years of manufacturing or tool design experience OR PhD with 0 years of experience
• Experience creating drawings to be used in manufacturing following industry and corporate drafting standards
• Experience in machine shop practices
• Knowledge of the physical properties of materials and how to harden, temper and stress relieve materials to achieve required properties
• Must be knowledgeable in the following design areas: Dies, Molds, Gaging, cutting tools, fixtures, Machine design
• Design and assemble precise tools and fixtures to work with energetic materials
• Experience in press tooling, both hydraulic and pneumatic presses
• Experience using CAD software such as NX, Mastercam, Solidworks
• Ability to work weekly Monday – Thursday 3:00 PM - 1:30 AM; Occasional Fridays and overtime required
• Considerable amount of time standing and walking, up to 50% of time

Preferred Qualifications

• Possess an understanding of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T)

Primary Level Salary Range: $83,400.00 - $125,200.00

Secondary Level Salary Range: $103,600.00 - $155,400.00

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.

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.