Mechanical Production Engineer

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be availableCLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: NoCLEARANCE 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.

Northrop Grumman Mission Systems is a trusted provider of mission-enabling solutions for global security. Our Engineering and Sciences (E&S) organization pushes the boundaries of innovation, redefines engineering capabilities, and drives advances in various sciences. Our team is chartered with providing the skills, innovative technologies to develop, design, produce and sustain optimized product lines across the sector while providing a decisive advantage to the warfighter. Come be a part of our mission!

Northrop Grumman is seeking Mechanical Design Engineer Level 2/3 to join our team based out of Sunnyvale, Ca. The Marine Systems organization, part of Northrop Grumman Mission Systems, is searching for Mechanical Design Engineers in support of both the manufacturing and installation of Launcher Hardware.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Oversee the generation of engineering drawings using common GD&T practices
• Identify procurement needs and support fabrication
• Provide assembly checkout and test support
• Drive issue resolutions both onsite and with vendors
• Coordinating and collaborating with various disciplines to quickly resolve issues

The qualified candidate will possess the following skills:

• Good communication skills, both oral and written
• Ability to work autonomously and in a team environment

Swing Shift – 1:00pm – 9:00pm Mon – Fri

*Specific Hours may be shifted but the focus is supporting the evening hours

This requisition may be filled at a higher grade based on the qualifications listed below:

Basic Qualifications for Level 2:

• Bachelor of Science degree in a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics) discipline with 2 years relevant work experience; or Master’s Degree in a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering or Math) 0 years relevant work experience.
• Experience in machine design and drawing generation
• Experience with CAD modeling (NX, CREO, SolidWorks, or equivalent)
• Familiar with PLM systems
• Ability to plan tasks and execute to the established schedule
• US citizenship required
• Ability to obtain and maintain a US Government Secret Clearance

Basic Qualifications for Level 3:

• Bachelor of Science degree in a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics) discipline with 5 years relevant work experience; or Master’s Degree in a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering or Math) 3 years relevant work experience.
• Experience in machine design and drawing generation
• Experience with CAD modeling (NX, CREO, SolidWorks, or equivalent)
• Familiar with PLM systems
• Ability to plan tasks and execute to the established schedule
• US citizenship required
• Ability to obtain and maintain a US Government Secret Clearance
• Experience in resolving manufacturing non-conformances

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in ASME Y14.5 GD&T Standard and ASME Y14.100 Dimensioning, Tolerancing, and Engineering Drawing Practices
• Experience in production support such as troubleshooting, RCCA, and resolving production issues
• Strong background in machine design, strength of materials, and materials technology
• Experience in technical presentation
• Experience in developing continuous improvement initiatives
• Experience in working with vendors and suppliers
• Experience working in a low volume high precision manufacturing environment
• System Engineering experience
• Proven ability to drive resolutions under tight time constraints independently
• An active US Government Secret clearance

Primary Level Salary Range: $83,400.00 - $125,200.00Secondary Level Salary Range: $103,600.00 - $155,400.00The 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 U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.