Engineer or Principal Engineer Aeronautical - Subsystems (4/10 1st shift)

Northrop Grumman

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Palmdale, California

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PERMANENT

Updated 09/22/2026

Job Description

Job Summary

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE

Relocation assistance may be available

CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START

Yes

CLEARANCE TYPE

SecretTRAVEL:

Yes, 10 of the TimeDescriptionAt Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportunities to work on revolutionary systems that impact peoples 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 nations 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, theyre making history.

Northrop Grumman Aerospace Systems has an opening for a Subsystems Engineer Aeronautical / Principal Engineer Aeronautical to join our team of qualified diverse individuals. The selected candidate should thrive in a fast-paced work environment with high expectations, significantly diverse assignments, collaborative/team settings across all levels. This position will be located in Palmdale, CA and is assigned to 1st shift on a 4/10 (Monday - Thursday) schedule.

The selected candidate will become part of the Liaison Engineering team within the Vehicle Engineering IPT and responsibilities include:

Experience in the design of electrical wire harness and coax cable installations including routing, supporting structure, and integration into an air vehicle.

Create and modify designs in 3D environment of details, assemblies, and installations of wire harness and coax cable routings and supports

Execute engineering design projects on schedule.

Support assembly line installations.

The candidate should also have an understanding of 3D modeling, modern file management systems, GD&T, and MRB.

This position can be filled at either the Engineer (Level 2) or Principal Engineer level (Level 3).

Basic Qualifications:

• Basic qualifications for an Engineer Aeronautical include a Bachelors in Science, Technology, Engineering or Math (STEM) and at least 2 years of relevant experience, a Masters Degree in STEM with no years of experience.
• Basic qualifications for a Principal Engineer Aeronautical include a Bachelors in Science, Technology, Engineering or Math (STEM) and at least 5 years of relevant experience, a Masters Degree in STEM with 3 years of relevant experience, or a PhD Degree with no experience.
• Experience in military aircraft wire harness and coax cable installations and supporting structure designs using 3D solid modeling.

This position requires a current in-scope US Government Secret Clearance

Must have the ability to obtain a Special Access Program (SAP) prior to start. This SAP must be obtained within a reasonable period of time, as determined by the company to meet its business needs.

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience with NX 3D modeling tools or similar systems for the design of electrical system routings and supports.

Excellent communication, interpersonal skills, and the ability to interface with all levels of employees, diverse technical teams and management.

Primary Level Salary Range:

$91,800.00 - $137,600.00

Secondary Level Salary Range:

$114,000.00 - $171,000.00The 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 candidates 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 http://www.northropgrumman.com/EEO. U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.

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