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Northrop Grumman

GSSC Senior Mechanical Engineer (T4)

Are you interested in the opportunity to work for an industry-leading company whose work with cutting-edge technology is driven by something human: the lives our technology protects? If so, Northrop Grumman may be the place for you. It's not the systems that drive us: it's the soldier our systems bring home. It's not just the equipment that motivates us: it's the people our equipment protects. It's not the innovation that gets us up in the morning: it's whom those innovations serve. We're united by our work to help people and protect the world. And that mission makes our team even stronger.

When you join Northrop Grumman, you'll have the opportunity to connect with coworkers in an environment that's uniquely caring, diverse, and respectful. Employees share experiences, insights, perspectives, and creative solutions with some of the best minds in the industry. We collaborate through integrated product teams, cross-functional teams, and employee resource groups, while thriving through the support of training and development, mentors and every day coaching, along with extensive health and work/life benefits. We're committed to our employees' professional and personal development and success.

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Northrop Grumman recruits top talent with traditional and non-traditional backgrounds in order to ensure our team is united, connected, skilled, focused and innovative. An inclusive workplace of people with diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives is the key to our performance. At Northrop Grumman, we want our employees to bring their whole self to work. All your different sides are welcome here, as we believe they make our team, our products and our services, that much better.

Northrop Grumman Technology Services at Hill AFB is seeking Senior Aerospace/Mechanical Engineers. Northrop Grumman supports the Air Force's sustainment, development, production and deployment of hardware and system modifications for Intercontinental Ballistic Missile (ICBM) Ground and Airborne Launch Control Systems, Launch Facilities and associated infrastructure.

The successful applicant will:

  • Apply the principles of engineering to design components and systems using applicable standards and specifications
  • Participate in research, planning, design and development of mechanical systems
  • Perform requirements analysis, develop source data for requirements, generate test requirements and prepare test reports
  • Support design process from requirements definition through integration and test
  • Maintain design documentation and follow configuration management requirements. Prepare reports, briefings, design documents and interface with customers

Basic Qualifications:

  • Minimum of a Bachelor of Science in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Physics or Mathematics
  • 10 years of experience with Bachelors in Science; 7 years with Masters; 4 years with PhD
  • US Citizen able to obtain a Secret clearance
  • Demonstrated leadership skills

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Active Secret clearance
  • 5 years of experience with ICBM Weapon System
  • MS in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Physics, Mathematics, or related technical field.
  • Experience with ICBM Minuteman III ground mechanical equipment: hardness, launch support systems, HVAC, launcher closure systems, transportation & handling, RivetMILE field support.
  • Familiarity with Ground Systems AFNWC/NIA Customer
  • Experience with any of the following tools: NX, ANSYS, FEMAP, NASTRAN, Abaqus, LabView, MATLAB
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills
  • Ability to work in a fast paced dynamic environment as part of a multi-discipline team
  • Strong interpersonal skills with ability to interface with an organization at all levels
  • Excellent problem solving skills
  • Ability to multitask and prioritize
  • Strong attention to detail

Northrop Grumman is a leading global security company providing innovative systems, products and solutions in autonomous systems, cyber, C4ISR, strike, and logistics and modernization to government and commercial customers worldwide. Please visit www.northropgrumman.com for more information.

Northrop Grumman is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action 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. U.S. Citizenship is required for most positions. For our complete EEO/AA and Pay Transparency statement, please visit www.northropgrumman.com/EEO

Job ID: 71aae92ce69ebcc004e6bac39b7f5be2
Employment Type: Other

Perks and Benefits

  • Health and Wellness

    • Health Insurance
    • Dental Insurance
    • Vision Insurance
    • Life Insurance
    • Short-Term Disability
    • Long-Term Disability
    • HSA
    • HSA With Employer Contribution
    • On-Site Gym
    • Pet Insurance
    • Mental Health Benefits
    • Virtual Fitness Classes
  • Parental Benefits

    • Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
    • Non-Birth Parent or Paternity Leave
    • Fertility Benefits
    • Adoption Assistance Program
    • Family Support Resources
    • Adoption Leave
  • Work Flexibility

    • Flexible Work Hours
    • Remote Work Opportunities
    • Hybrid Work Opportunities
    • Four-Day Work Week
  • Office Life and Perks

    • Commuter Benefits Program
    • Company Outings
    • On-Site Cafeteria
    • Holiday Events
  • Vacation and Time Off

    • Paid Vacation
    • Paid Holidays
    • Sabbatical
    • Leave of Absence
  • Financial and Retirement

    • 401(K)
    • 401(K) With Company Matching
    • Performance Bonus
    • Relocation Assistance
    • Financial Counseling
    • Profit Sharing
  • Professional Development

    • Tuition Reimbursement
    • Promote From Within
    • Mentor Program
    • Shadowing Opportunities
    • Access to Online Courses
    • Lunch and Learns
    • Internship Program
    • Leadership Training Program
    • Associate or Rotational Training Program
  • Diversity and Inclusion

    • Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program
    • Employee Resource Groups (ERG)
    • Woman founded/led

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