Mechanical Engineer - Level 3
Not Disclosed•Full-TimeOn-site
location_on1267, Hermitage Avenue Southeast, Echols Hill, Huntsville, Madison County, Alabama, 35801, United States
About Northrop Grumman
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 and 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. We have an insatiable drive to do what others think is impossible. Our employees are not only part of history; they are making history.
About the Role
Northrop Grumman Space Systems, Multi-Domain Operations, and Missile Defense Integration Business Unit has an exciting career opportunity for a Principal Mechanical Engineer - Level 3 to join our team of qualified, diverse individuals in Huntsville, AL.
As a Principal Mechanical Engineer, you will support the GMD Weapon System (GWS) Hardware Engineering team's design efforts within an Agile environment. This role is designed for those who thrive in fast-paced environments and possess a hands-on mentality. You will perform Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) and Finite Element Analysis, review analyses, and provide oversight to junior engineers developing analysis products. Additionally, you will maintain design drawings for multiple Ground Systems (GS) IPT hardware systems and manage their interfaces with facilities. You will lead small teams, write reports to support milestone reviews, and actively participate in internal and external demos to document progress on team dashboards.
Hiring Process & Application
The application period for this job is estimated to be 20 days from the posting date, though this timeline may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates. We encourage you to apply as soon as possible to ensure your candidacy is considered.
Equal Opportunity & Culture
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 our official website. U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.
Work location
Work model: On-site
1267, Hermitage Avenue Southeast, Echols Hill, Huntsville, Madison County, Alabama, 35801, United States
Huntsville, Alabama
Key Responsibilities
- check_circleGenerate engineering documentation including technical drawings, specifications, and test reports
- check_circleSchedule and plan required tasks for hardware design efforts
- check_circlePerform Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) and Finite Element Analysis (FEA) for hardware design
- check_circleMaintain design drawings for Ground Systems hardware and their facility interfaces
- check_circleConduct internal and external demos to communicate project status
- check_circleLead small teams and write reports to support milestone reviews
- check_circleReview vendor documents to ensure specifications and datasheets meet requirements
- check_circleParticipate in team meetings and document progress on team dashboards
- check_circleReview engineering analyses and approve junior engineers' analysis results
Requirements
- verifiedBachelor's in STEM with 5 years experience, Master's with 3 years, or PhD with 2 years
- verifiedCurrent active U.S. Government Secret security clearance
- verifiedExperience with Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) using Ansys Icepak Classic
- verifiedExperience with Finite Element Analysis using ANSYS, GTStrudl, ABAQUS, STAAD, Femap, NX Simcenter, NASTRAN, Creo Simulation, or SolidWorks Simulation
- verifiedExperience with 3D CAD packages (SolidWorks, Creo, or NX)
- verifiedExperience reviewing 2D mechanical drawings per ASME standards
- verifiedExperience with engineering PLM systems (Teamcenter) and MRP systems (SAP)
- verifiedFamiliarity with MIL-STD-810, MIL-STD-1366, MIL-STD-1472, ASME Y14.5, ASME Y14.100, MIL-STD-31000
- verifiedU.S. Citizenship required
Nice to Have
BS in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering. Excellent interpersonal, written communication, and presentation skills. Experience leading a small team. Experience in system engineering knowledge areas (technical planning, requirements derivation, functional analysis, timeline analysis, trade studies, cost and risk analysis, interface definition, system design, system integration, verification and validation, supportability, and effectiveness analyses). Experience using analytical software tools to analyze and reduce data. Experience with mission critical and safety critical systems. Familiarity with Missile Defense Agency (MDA) Core Standards. Familiarity with the GMD domain and GMD Launch Support Systems hardware. Hands-on mentality and a passion for fast-paced environments. Experience with Finite Element Analysis and Modeling theory and application using industry standard structural analysis software. DOORS and/or CAMEO exposure. Prior experience with the design, test, and/or integration and deployment of mechanical and structural components, systems, or subsystems.
Benefits & Perks
check_circleHealth insurance coveragecheck_circleLife and disability insurancecheck_circleSavings plancheck_circleCompany paid holidaysPaid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business
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Skills, education and keywords
Skills: Computational Fluid Dynamics, Finite Element Analysis, Ansys Icepak Classic, Ansys, Gtstrudl, Abaqus, Staad, Femap, NX Simcenter, Nastran.
Education: Bachelor's Degree in a STEM discipline required with 5 years experience; Master's STEM Degree required with 3 years experience; STEM PhD required with 2 years experience.
Frequently asked questions about Mechanical Engineer - Level 3 at Northrop Grumman
What does a Mechanical Engineer - Level 3 at Northrop Grumman do?expand_more
A Mechanical Engineer - Level 3 at Northrop Grumman is responsible for the following: Generate engineering documentation including technical drawings, specifications, and test reports; Schedule and plan required tasks for hardware design efforts; Perform Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) and Finite Element Analysis (FEA) for hardware design; and Maintain design drawings for Ground Systems hardware and their facility interfaces.
What are the requirements for this Mechanical Engineer - Level 3 role?expand_more
Northrop Grumman is looking for candidates who meet the following requirements: Bachelor's in STEM with 5 years experience, Master's with 3 years, or PhD with 2 years; Current active U.S. Government Secret security clearance; Experience with Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) using Ansys Icepak Classic; Experience with Finite Element Analysis using ANSYS, GTStrudl, ABAQUS, STAAD, Femap, NX Simcenter, NASTRAN, Creo Simulation, or SolidWorks Simulation; Experience with 3D CAD packages (SolidWorks, Creo, or NX); and Experience reviewing 2D mechanical drawings per ASME standards.
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Mechanical Engineer - Level 3 at Northrop Grumman is based in 1267, Hermitage Avenue Southeast, Echols Hill, Huntsville, Madison County, Alabama, 35801, United States. This is a on-site role.
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Northrop Grumman has listed this Mechanical Engineer - Level 3 role as on-site.
How much experience is required for this Mechanical Engineer - Level 3 role?expand_more
Mechanical Engineer - Level 3 at Northrop Grumman typically requires 3–5 years of relevant experience at the senior level.
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Key skills for Mechanical Engineer - Level 3 at Northrop Grumman include Computational Fluid Dynamics; Finite Element Analysis; Ansys Icepak Classic; Ansys; Gtstrudl; Abaqus; Staad; and Femap.
What education is required for Mechanical Engineer - Level 3 at Northrop Grumman?expand_more
Educational requirements for this role: Bachelor's Degree in a STEM discipline required with 5 years experience; Master's STEM Degree required with 3 years experience; and STEM PhD required with 2 years experience.
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Mechanical Engineer - Level 3 at Northrop Grumman is part of the engineering job category on Recrutus.