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Northrop Grumman
Mechanical Design Engineers Level 2/3
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What they do
A Mechanical Design Engineer designs and develops mechanical tools as part of the product development cycle.
$89,055 / year median in Mississippi
+7% projected growth
Job Description
RELOCATION ASSISTANCE
Relocation assistance may be availableCLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START
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Yes, 10% of the Time ## Description 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. Northrop Grumman Mission Systems is a trusted provider of mission-enabling solutions for global security. Our Engineering and Sciences (E&S) organization pushes the boundaries of innovation, redefines engineering capabilities, and drives advances in various sciences. Our team is chartered with providing the skills, innovative technologies to develop, design, produce and sustain optimized product lines across the sector while providing a decisive advantage to the warfighter. Come be a part of our mission! Northrop Grumman is seeking Mechanical Design Engineers Level 2/3 to join our team based out of Ocean Springs, MS. The Marine Systems organization, part of Northrop Grumman Mission Systems, is searching for Mechanical Design Engineers in support of rapid growth in the Launcher Hardware organization. You will have the opportunity to be part of an expanding team of dedicated engineers directly supporting the engineering development of innovative launcher hardware for weapons systems on a variety of Navy platforms. Responsibilities include but are not limited to:- Develop designs concept and generate solid models that reflect those concepts
- Collaborate with internal stakeholders balancing technical, schedule, and cost requirements
- Conduct trade studies to select and evaluate best design approaches to fulfill requirements
- Oversee the generation of engineering drawings using common GD&T practices
- Identify procurement needs and support fabrication
- Provide assembly checkout and test support
- Generate task plans and support proposal efforts
- Occasional domestic travel may be required Must be onsite 4 days a week, remote work is not an option for this role. This requisition may be filled at a higher grade based on the qualifications listed below: Basic Qualifications for Level 2:
- Bachelor's Degree in a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering or Math) discipline with 2 years relevant work experience; or Master's Degree in a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering or Math) discipline with no relevant work experience.
- Experience in machine design and drawing generation
- Ability to plan tasks and execute to the established schedule
- US citizenship required
- Ability to obtain and maintain a US Government Secret Clearance Basic Qualifications for a Level 3:
- Bachelor of Science degree in a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics) discipline with 5 years relevant work experience; or Master's Degree in a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering or Math) 3 years relevant work experience.
- Experience in machine design and drawing generation
- Ability to plan tasks and execute to the established schedule
- US citizenship required
- Ability to obtain and maintain a
US Government Secret Clearance Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience with CAD modeling (NX, CREO, SolidWorks, or equivalent)
- Experience in
ASME Y14.5 GD&T
Standard andASME Y14.100
Dimensioning, Tolerancing, and Engineering Drawing Practices- Experience in developing design concepts, performing trade studies, and conducting evaluations and analyses
- Strong background in machine design, strength of materials, and materials technology
- Experience in technical presentation
- Experience in production support
- Experience in working with vendors and suppliers
- An active US Government Secret clearance