Northrop Grumman · 5 hours ago
Principal Engineer Mechanical
Mesa, AZ
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$89K/yr - $134K/yr
5+ years expNorthrop Grumman is a leading aerospace and defense technology company with a strong focus on innovation and technological advancements. They are seeking a Mechanical Engineer to support their Armament Systems Business Unit, responsible for the mechanical design of medium caliber weapon systems, ensuring compliance with design standards and collaborating with various engineering teams throughout the development process.
AerospaceData IntegrationManufacturingRemote SensingSecurity
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
The Mechanical Design Engineer is responsible for mechanical design of new and mature medium caliber weapon systems
Applies mechanical design knowledge to ensure design of gun systems and associated components meets design standards for function, fit, and safety
Works with design, project manufacturing, and quality engineers though the development process
Adheres to and maintains Northrop Grumman’s engineering process to include concept through production design and design standards
Presents work at design reviews and program technical reviews
Reviews engineering designs and drawings for tolerances, surface finishes, dimensions, material selection, processing, heat treat etc., and initiates engineering change orders as required
Applies engineering knowledge in the investigation and solution of complex technical problems
Supports manufacturing trade studies and early supplier involvement
Works effectively with minimal supervision
Position may require occasional travel to meet with various customers, in both government and industry, and to interface with suppliers
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in STEM field (science, technology, engineering, or mathematics) plus 5 years of relevant experience in an engineering position
Major in mechanical engineering is highly desired
Proficiency with MS Office applications
U.S. Citizenship
Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret Clearance
Preferred
Experience with engineering tools or software such as Ansys, Teamcenter/NX, Matlab
Self-motivated and enjoys hands-on work
Mechanically inclined – ability to understand and work with tools and machinery
Benefits
Health insurance coverage
Life and disability insurance
Savings plan
Company paid holidays
Paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business
Company
Northrop Grumman
Northrop Grumman is an aerospace, defense and security company that provides training and satellite ground network communications software.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$3.7BKey Investors
U.S. Department of DefenseNASA
2025-05-27Post Ipo Debt· $1B
2024-01-29Post Ipo Debt· $2.5B
2023-12-20Grant· $72M
Leadership Team
Tom Wilson
Corporate Vice President, Enterprise Business Development
Jeffrey Worsham
Chief Product Owner - Advanced Technology Development
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