Sr. Principal Engineering Design
RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be availableCLEARANCE TYPE: SecretTRAVEL: 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.The Mechanical Engineering group is hiring for a Sr. Principal Engineering Design in our Mechanical Engineering team within the Launch Vehicles Business Unit at our Chandler, AZ facility.
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Essential Functions:
Work within the Northrop Grumman Design group and will be responsible for creating drawing/design packages with proper content and to ensuring compliance with applicable industry and military standards
Review designs for fit, function, manufacturability, economy of fabrication, and verifying completed work, checking dimensions, materials and quantities to be used
Review of tolerance analysis, hardware selection and fitment on assembly prints
Called upon to resolve interpretation issues on drawings
Verifying 3D models submitted to manufacturing utilizing Siemens NX 1946 managed with Teamcenter
Responsibility will further include liaison with various engineering disciplines, Manufacturing, and Quality
Some vendor liaison will be required as well
As requested, may supervise and direct the activities of staff.
Modeling fully defined components and assemblies efficiently using Siemens NX 1946 managed with Teamcenter, and create/revise parametric drawings in conformance with ASME modeling and drawing standards
Knowledge of Word, Excel, Windows and NX 1946 as required.
Good communication skills, both written and verbal.
Ability to work quickly and accurately while under schedule pressure and exhibit a large degree of patience.
Strong time management and organizational skills.
Basic Qualifications:
Bachelor's with 8 years of related engineering experience; OR a Master's degree with 6 years of related engineering experience, or a PhD with 4 years of related engineering experience. Experience may be substituted in lieu of education (4 yrs for Bachelor's Degree)
Ability to obtain DoD Secret security clearance
Must be experienced with geometric dimensioning and tolerancing
Must be experienced with weld design per AWS D17.1 and D1.1
Must have knowledge of standard manufacturing processes including CNC Mill and Lathe operations
Must be experienced with Siemens NX 1946 and Teamcenter
Ability to work independently as well as in a team environment
Preferred Qualifications:
Master's or PhD in STEM
Active DOD Secret Security clearance, or higher
ASME Y14.5-2009
ASM GDTP Certification
Manual and automated machining experience
AWS CWI certification
Experience working with DoD programs
Working knowledge of ASME Y14.100 and Mil-Standard 100
Primary Level Salary Range: $107,800.00 - $161,800.00The 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.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.
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
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