Principal/ Senior Principal Mechanical Engineer

$93,000 - $139,600/Yr

Northrop Grumman - Baltimore, MD

Full-time - Principal

Baltimore, MD

Computer and Electronic Product Manufacturing

About the position

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, but they're also making history. Northrop Grumman Mission Systems is seeking a Principal/ Senior Principal Mechanical Design Engineer to join our team of qualified, diverse individuals. This position will be located onsite in Linthicum, Maryland. This Mechanical Design Engineer will participate in the design and development of cutting-edge electro-mechanical hardware for Northrop Grumman's AESA radar, ESM, and RF communications systems. The role involves designing, prototyping, and supporting production of precision electro-mechanical components and assemblies, including chassis enclosures, circuit card assemblies (CCAs), cables and interconnects, heat exchangers and cooling systems, structures, RF radiators, radomes, test fixtures, etc. The successful candidate will collaborate effectively within a cross-functional Integrated Product Team (IPT), which includes electrical engineering, systems engineering, thermal analysis, structural analysis, drafting, manufacturing, and supply chain management. Organizing and prioritizing tasks to accomplish project milestones within schedule and budgetary constraints is essential. Additionally, the role requires providing technical leadership and mentoring to less experienced personnel, ensuring a collaborative and innovative work environment.

Responsibilities

• Designing, prototyping and supporting production of precision electro-mechanical components and assemblies, including chassis enclosures, circuit card assemblies (CCAs), cables and interconnects, heat exchangers and cooling systems, structures, RF radiators, radomes, test fixtures, etc.
• Collaborating effectively within a cross-functional Integrated Product Team (IPT), that also includes electrical engineering, systems engineering, thermal analysis, structural analysis, drafting, manufacturing and supply chain management.
• Organizing and prioritizing tasks in order to accomplish project milestones within schedule and budgetary constraints.
• Providing technical leadership and mentoring to less experienced personnel.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering or closely related field and 5 years of relevant experience; or, Master of Science in Mechanical Engineering or closely related field and 3 years of relevant experience, or PhD and 0 years
• Experience with design and development of precision electro-mechanical components and assemblies
• Proficient with Siemens NX or similar 3D CAD software
• Proficient with ASME Y14.5 geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T) and ASME Y14.100 engineering drawing practices
• Strong oral and written communication, attention to detail, self-motivated, organized, innovative thinking skills
• 'Team player', who is able to collaborate effectively as a member of a cross-functional design team
• United States Citizenship
• Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret Clearance or higher
• Able to work onsite at Northrop Grumman facility in Linthicum, Maryland

Nice-to-haves

• Aerospace & Defense electronics industry experience
• Product lifecycle support experience, spanning concept development through production
• Experience with organic PCB / CCA design, including materials, design processes & tools, and manufacturing processes
• Working knowledge of military and commercial specifications applicable to electro-mechanical hardware
• Familiar with principles of RF, digital, and power circuitry and components
• Familiar with principles of AESA technology, Radar and RF Communications
• Familiar with thermal and structural analysis methodologies and software tools
• Hands-on experience with assembly and testing of prototype electronics hardware
• Experience in a technical leadership role on a cross-functional product development team
• Active DoD Secret or higher security clearance

Benefits

• Medical, Dental & Vision coverage
• 401k
• Educational Assistance
• Life Insurance
• Employee Assistance Programs & Work/Life Solutions
• Paid Time Off
• Health & Wellness Resources
• Employee Discounts