Principal Mechanical Engineer or Sr Principal Mechanical Engineer

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.

We are seeking a self-starting, motivated Principle Mechanical Engineer/Sr. Principal Mechanical Engineer to join our dedicated Southern California field engineering team. The team designs, develops, tests, delivers, and operates advanced prototypes and unique marine systems.

What You'll Get To Do:

The candidate will have the opportunity to support a variety of unique mechanical equipment designed for marine applications. This involves a broad spectrum of engineering disciplines including mechanical design; structural analysis; thermal analysis; pressure vessels; material selection; hydraulic and pneumatic system design, component selection, troubleshooting and repair; and metallic and non-metallic fabrication techniques that will leverage the candidate's existing skills and challenge them to develop new skills. Candidate will apply basic knowledge of design and analysis tools and employ the application of general standards, principals, theories, concepts, and techniques to perform tasks.

Roles & Responsibilities:

• Innovate conceptual designs involving hydraulics, pneumatics, structures, and/or mechanisms per customer and mission requirements
• Design for manufacturability and maintainability
• Execute through mechanical analysis of the design, detailed drawing creation, and system installation while managing cost, scope, and schedule of the design
• Select and analyze material for strength, weight efficiency, and corrosion considerations
• Write documentation for production and maintenance procedures
• Support design through system installation, testing, operation, and training

"This opportunity can be filled as a Principal Mechanical Engineer or Sr. Principal Mechanical Engineer based on the qualifications listed below."

Basic Qualifications for Principal Mechanical Engineer:

• Bachelors Degree in a STEM field and a minimum of 5 years of relevant experience . Minimum of 3 years of relevant experience with a Master’s degree in STEM may also be accepted.
• Experience with 3D CAD model based software and analysis tools
• Experience with MS Office suite tools
• Active Top Secret clearance with ability to obtain SCI eligibility and with the ability to obtain Special Program Access (SAP) prior to starting.

Basic Qualifications for Sr. Principal Mechanical Engineer:

• Bachelors Degree in a STEM field and a minimum of 9 years of relevant experience . Minimum of 7 years of relevant experience with a Master’s degree in STEM may also be accepted.
• Experience with 3D CAD model based software and analysis tools
• Experience with MS Office suite tools
• Active Top Secret clearance with ability to obtain SCI eligibility and with the ability to obtain Special Program Access (SAP) prior to starting.

Preferred Qualifications:

• SolidWorks 3D CAD software with simulation experience
• Marine environment engineering experience
• Proficient with textbook calculations and finite element analysis
• Experience with cranes and weight handling equipment
• Experience with hydraulic and pneumatic design, component selection, and troubleshooting
• Strong teamwork skills with both immediate team and customer counterparts
• Desire to deploy with customer on a rotational basis
• Active Top Secret Clearance with SCI eligibility

Salary Range: $95,000 USD - $142,400 USD

Salary Range 2: $117,700 USD - $176,500 USD

Employees may be eligible for 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 health and safety of our employees and their families is a top priority. The company encourages employees to remain up-to-date on their COVID-19 vaccinations. U.S. Northrop Grumman employees may be required, in the future, to be vaccinated or have an approved disability/medical or religious accommodation, pursuant to future court decisions and/or government action on the currently stayed federal contractor vaccine mandate under Executive Order 14042 https://www.saferfederalworkforce.gov/contractors/.

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.