Northrop Grumman

Sr Principal Engineering Design

Northrop Grumman • $111K — $167K *
Mesa, AZ 85204In-Person
Aerospace & Defense
11 - 15 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 12+ years of relevant engineering design experience
  • Bachelor's degree with 8+ years of experience, Master's degree with 6+ years, or PhD with 4+ years of experience will also be considered
  • Proficiency in NX CAD software and TeamCenter
  • Advanced understanding of design and drafting principles for aerospace or DOD projects
  • Extensive knowledge of GD&T and tolerance stacking
  • Familiarity with AGMA standards
  • Strong interpersonal, organizational, and teamwork skills

Responsibilities

  • Develop detailed design drawings and specifications based on engineering sketches
  • Analyze design factors from engineering data to determine size and arrangement of parts
  • Create multi-view drawings of assemblies, specifying gear ratios and tolerances
  • Implement design modifications to rectify component malfunctions
  • Analyze product design for conformance to established criteria
  • Collaborate with engineering, manufacturing, and tooling groups during design
  • Develop designs for geared mechanisms, hydraulics, and other mechanical systems

Benefits

  • Health insurance coverage
  • Life and disability insurance
  • Savings plan
  • Company paid holidays
  • Paid time off (PTO) for vacation and personal business
Full Job Description
RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available

CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: No

CLEARANCE TYPE: None

TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the TimeDescription

Northrop Grumman Defense Systems is currently seeking a Sr Principal Engineering Designer to support our Armament Systems business unit in Mesa, AZ.

Job Summary:

The Sr Principal Engineering Designer will be assigned projects of varying complexity and scope involving gun systems and related components. The position involves the design and development of electrical and mechanical systems into a variety of vehicle applications. The position requires experience working with both engineering and program teams. In addition, this position requires a person that exhibits a high degree of teamwork, organization, technical skill and versatility.

Job Responsibilities:

Develops detailed design drawings and related specifications of mechanical equipment, according to engineering sketches and design proposal specifications: Analyzes engineering sketches, specifications, and related data and drawings to determine design factors, such as size, shape, and arrangement of parts. Sketches rough layout of part or machine and computes angles, weights, surface areas, dimensions, radii, clearances, tolerances, leverages, and location of holes. Drafts detailed multi-view drawings of assemblies and subassemblies, including specifications for gear ratios, bearing loads, and direction of moving parts, using engineering data and standard references. Applicant must have extensive experience utilizing geometric dimensioning and tolerance of engineering products.

Primary Responsibilities:

The Sr Principal Engineering Designer will prepare designs and/or drawings utilizing computer-aided design equipment, perform necessary calculations, and coordinate design criteria with engineering, manufacturing, tooling, material/ planning groups. The Sr Principal Engineering Designer will have knowledge in the development of advanced conceptual and detailed designs, tolerance stacking, tooling and manufacturing. Will be responsible for designing products and/or systems such as; geared mechanisms, cams, followers, linkages, hydraulics, electro mechanics, controls and instrumentation, as well as other mechanical systems. Working knowledge of the American Gear Manufactures Association (AGMA) gear standards is desired but not required.

Responsible for the implementation of design modifications to eliminate component or system malfunctions. Will analyze product design data to determine conformance to established design selection criteria and use of standardized parts and equipment. Shall develop design modifications based on producibility, cost, and component technology factors. Familiar with concurrent engineering practices to include working with high end structural and dynamic analysis and systems engineering groups.

Required Qualifications:

This position emphasizes skills first
  • 12+ years of directly relevant engineering design experience
  • Will also consider candidates with:
    • Bachelor's degree plus 8+ years of directly relevant experience, or
    • Master's degree plus 6+ years of directly relevant experience, or
    • PhD plus 4+ years of directly relevant experience
  • Demonstrated proficiency with NX CAD software and TeamCenter
  • Demonstrate an advanced understanding of design and drafting principles, theories, and techniques associated with large aerospace or DOD projects
  • Extensive training and proficiency with GD&T
  • Background in design and tolerance stacking.
  • AGMA Standards
  • Must be energetic, independent, and self-motivated
  • Must possess strong interpersonal, organizational and teamwork skills


Preferred qualifications/experience/knowledge
  • Previous experience using Pro/Engineer Creo CAD software.
  • Previous experience with Product Manufacturing Information (PMI) and Model Based Definition.


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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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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