Mechanical Engineer / Principal Mechanical Engineer - 2nd Shift - Space Systems

Northrop Grumman is seeking a Mechanical Engineer (Level 2) or Principal Engineer for Integration and Test. This position will be located at our Space Systems Sector in Gilbert, AZ.

This position may be filled at the Level 2 or Level 3 (Principal) level.

The qualified candidate will become part of Northrop Grumman’s Tactical Space Systems.

In this position, you will perform duties contributing to Integration and Test (I&T) activities for space vehicle systems and their supporting hardware. I&T Mechanical Engineers coordinate and oversee mechanical build and production operations performed by the technical staff. You could support and/or be responsible for developing test procedures, processes, support hardware designs, etc. that adhere to the requirements for the space vehicle being tested. Tasks may include testing space flight hardware where it is expected that the systems under test are well understood and the test constraints and hazards identified to ensure the safety of the space flight hardware at all times. Test results will be analyzed and determinations made by the operator to ensure that the space flight hardware is both healthy and operating as expected. You must be knowledgeable in aerospace systems, spacecraft subsystems design, or mission operations. You will be working in a team environment where the team will be responsible for all I&T activities for the space vehicle being tested.

Basic Qualifications for Mechanical Engineer Level 2:

• Bachelor’s Degree in STEM - Science, Technology, Engineering, Math or related area and 2 years of related experience OR Master’s Degree and 0 years of experience
• Experience in one or more of the following areas: integration, test, mechanical operations, or manufacturing
• Be able to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government security clearance (U.S. citizenship is a pre-requisite)
• Must be willing to work on 2nd Shift (3:00 pm – 12:30 am)

Basic Qualifications for Principal Mechanical Engineer:

• Bachelor’s Degree in STEM - Science, Technology, Engineering, Math or related area and 5 years of related experience OR Master’s Degree and 3 years of experience
• Experience in one or more of the following areas: integration, test, mechanical operations, or manufacturing
• Be able to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government security clearance (U.S. citizenship is a pre-requisite)
• Must be willing to work on 2nd Shift (3:00 pm – 12:30 am)

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Mechanical or Manufacturing Engineering
• Previous experience in space vehicle integration & test
• Active TS/SCI Clearance
• Practical experience with 5S/FOD, ESD and Six Sigma and/or Lean Manufacturing techniques
• Experience with design modeling and drawing efforts using 3-D modeling tools

Salary Range: $66,600.00 - $99,800.00 Salary Range 2: $82,000.00 - $123,000.00

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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. For our complete EEO/AA and Pay Transparency statement, please visit http://www.northropgrumman.com/EEO. U.S. Citizenship is required for most positions.