Top Secret/SCI Opto-Mechanical Engineer – Level 3/4

Northrop Grumman; Redondo Beach (CA); On-site; USD 114,000 - 213,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and life insurance

Savings plan

Paid holidays

Job summary

Northrop Grumman, Space Sector, is seeking an Opto-Mechanical Engineer (Level 3/4) to join the Vehicle Engineering Directorate within Western Region Engineering. This on-site role is located in Redondo Beach, CA.

Responsibilities include performing opto-mechanical engineering across development stages, drafting technical data packages, and conducting analysis to validate designs against performance, durability, and cost targets. A Top Secret clearance or SCI access is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in STEM with 5 years of relevant experience; OR Master’s degree in STEM with 3 years of relevant experience; OR PhD in STEM with 1 year of relevant experience
• Active SCI access at application or an active Top-Secret clearance with SCI access within a reasonable period prior to start date
• Experience with electromechanical, opto-mechanical, or mechanisms design
• Experience with Creo, SolidWorks, NX, or CATIA V5/3dExp industry CAD software

Responsibilities

• Perform opto-mechanical engineering on multiple projects through all phases of development and manufacturing
• Conduct technical specifications, conceptual designs, trade studies, detail designs, procedures, assembly, testing, and reports
• Assist with technical data packages including fabrication, source control, and assembly drawings in accordance with internal drawing standards
• Perform engineering analysis to validate design solutions with respect to technical performance, environmental durability, manufacturability, schedule and cost
• Support the on-time execution of development programs by proactively mitigating risks and pursuing opportunities
• Assist with internal design reviews, provide, and incorporate feedback from reviewers and management
• Employ strong interpersonal and communication skills while contributing to an integrated product team
• Demonstrate accountability to obtain results and contribute to organizational objectives

Skills

CAD software

Opto-mechanical design

Electromechanical design

Education

Bachelor’s degree in STEM

Master’s degree in STEM

PhD in STEM

Tools

Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerance (GD&T)

Job description

Northrop Grumman, Space Sector, is seeking an Opto-Mechanical Engineer (Level 3/4) to join the Vehicle Engineering Directorate within Western Region Engineering. This on-site role is located in Redondo Beach, CA.

Responsibilities include performing opto-mechanical engineering across development stages, drafting technical data packages, and conducting analysis to validate designs against performance, durability, and cost targets. A Top Secret clearance or SCI access is required.