Northrop Grumman

Senior Principal Test Design Mechanical Engineer

Northrop Grumman$111K — $167K *
Aerospace & Defense
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree with 8 years or equivalent work experience in STEM fields; or Master's with 6 years; or Ph.D. with 4 years and 4 additional years of experience considered in lieu of a degree.
  • U.S. Citizenship required.
  • Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government Secret Clearance and Special Program Access.
  • Proficient in reading and interpreting schematics, block diagrams, and sketches.
  • Experience in panel design, cable design, and assembly layouts.

Responsibilities

  • Design innovative solutions with a collaborative team of experts.
  • Work on Automated Handling Equipment and RF radiating receivers.
  • Manage Power/Cooling Monitoring and Control tasks.
  • Design Interface Panel Layouts and Consoles.
  • Conduct requirements verification and address product anomalies.
  • Perform Thermodynamic Loading and cooling analysis.

Benefits

  • Health Plan and Savings Plan options.
  • Paid Time Off for personal and vacation needs.
  • Education Assistance and opportunities for training and development.
  • Potential for a 9/80 work schedule (where available).
  • A comprehensive package that supports career growth and personal development.
Full Job Description
RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available

CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: No

CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret

TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the TimeDescription

Join a design community that offers unique design challenges that combine the talents of multiple engineering disciplines including Hardware, Firmware, Software, Mechanical Design, Systems Engineering and Program Management.

This position is based out of Waynesboro VA and will be 100% on-site

Roles and Responsibilities:
  • Design creative and flexible solutions with a motivated team of experts
  • Automated Handling Equipment
  • Power/Cooling Monitor and Control
  • Interface Panel Layouts
  • RF radiating receivers (RF Hats)
  • Console Design
  • Fixture Design and Modification
  • Component Design
  • Electromechanical integration
  • Thermodynamic Loading and cooling
  • Requirements verification
  • Actively support the investigation, resolution and documentation of product anomalies
  • Understanding Design to Cost


This position is contingent upon the ability to obtain/maintain an active

U.S. Government Secret Clearance and the ability to obtain Special Program Access.

Basic Qualifications for Senior Principal Mechanical Engineer:
  • Bachelor's degree with 8 years of experience, master's degree with 6 years of experience or Ph.D. with 4 years of experience in Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics, or related technical fields; an additional 4 years of experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.
  • U.S Citizenship is required.
  • Ability to obtain/maintain an active U.S. Government Secret Clearance
  • Ability to obtain Special Program Access (SAP).
  • Experience with successfully reading and interpreting schematics, block diagrams and sketches
  • Experience in panel design, cable design, and assembly layouts
  • Experience with lab test equipment (such as DMM and O-Scopes) connections


Preferred Qualifications:
  • Advanced degree in Engineering or related STEM discipline
  • 2+ years experience in hardware packaging design
  • 3D CAD modeling proficiency with NX 10
  • A basic knowledge of thermal and structural analysis and circuit card design.
  • Experience with cooling systems
  • Experience with pneumatic and electronic automation controls
  • Proficient with geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T).
  • Experience with mechanical and/or electromechanical system design
  • Experience with Design for Manufacture (DFM)
  • Experience with hands-on troubleshooting and root-cause analysis
  • Experience with PLC/HMI Software (e.g., RS View, RS Logix 5000)
  • Panel Layout a plus
  • Technical Lead experience
  • Active Secret clearance


Northrop Grumman provides a comprehensive benefits package and a work environment which encourages your growth and supports the mutual success of our people and our company. Northrop Grumman benefits give you the flexibility and control to choose the benefits that make the most sense for you and your family.

Your benefits will include the following: Health Plan, Savings Plan, Paid Time Off and Additional Benefits including Education Assistance, Training and Development, 9/80 Work Schedule (where available), and much more!

Primary Level Salary Range: $111,700.00 - $167,500.00

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.

About Northrop Grumman

Northrop Grumman is a security company that provides systems, products, and solutions in aerospace, electronics, information systems, shipbuilding, and technical services to government and commercial customers. They design, develop, and build everything from aircraft and spacecraft to cyber security systems. The company is involved in a wide range of defense and technology projects, including the development of aircraft, space systems, cybersecurity solutions, and advanced electronics.

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Learn more about Northrop Grumman
Size
88,000 employees
Market Cap
$82.7 billion
Industry
Net Income
$3.1 billion
Founded
1939
5 Year Trend
+7.6%
Revenue
$36.7 billion
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