Northrop Grumman is seeking an Associate Mechanical Engineer / Mechanical Engineer. This position will be located at our Aeronautics Systems Sector in Oklahoma City, OK.
The qualified candidate will become part of Northrop Grumman’s Product Support organization.
Essential Functions:
The selected candidate will:
- Research, plan, design and develop mechanical products and systems such as instruments, controls, robots, engines, machines and mechanical, thermal hydraulic or heat transfer systems for production, transmission, measurement, and use of energy.
- Apply research to the planning, design, development, and testing of mechanical and/or electromechanical systems, instruments, controls, engines, and/or machines.
This requisition may be filled at either an Associate Engineer Mechanical (T01) or Engineer Mechanical (T02).
Basic Qualifications for an Associate Mechanical Engineer (T01):
A candidate, regardless of age and hiring source, must meet ALL of the below criteria. The candidate must:
- Be completing or has completed their Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution by August 2027.
- Be majoring in or having majored in a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering or Math) degree.
- Be able to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government security clearance (U.S. citizenship is a pre-requisite) as well as Program Special access within a reasonable period of time, as determined by the company to meet its business needs (U.S. citizenship is a pre-requisite). Final approved U.S. Government security clearance (U.S. citizenship is a pre-requisite) as well as Program Special Access may be required to start.
Basic Qualifications for a Mechanical Engineer (T02):
A candidate, regardless of age and hiring source, must meet ALL of the below criteria. The candidate must:
- Be completing or has completed their Master’s degree from an accredited institution by August 2027 or is completing or has completed their Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution and has 2 years of mechanical engineering experience by August 2027.
- Be majoring in or having majored in a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering or Math) degree.
- Be able to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government security clearance (U.S. citizenship is a pre-requisite) as well as Program Special access within a reasonable period of time, as determined by the company to meet its business needs (U.S. citizenship is a pre-requisite). Final approved U.S. Government security clearance (U.S. citizenship is a pre-requisite) as well as Program Special Access may be required to start.
Preferred Qualifications for both an Associate Mechanical Engineer (T01) & Mechanical Engineer (T02):
- Have an overall cumulative GPA of 3.25/4.0 or higher
- Previous internship/co-op or other work experience, leadership & teamwork capabilities, interpersonal communication skills, and activities (professional/community/extracurricular).
Pay Range:
- Associate Mechanical Engineer (T01): $56,700 - $85,100
- Mechanical Engineer (T02): $68,200 - $102,400
Skills Required
- Bachelor’s degree in a STEM field, completed or in progress by August 2027, for the Associate Mechanical Engineer level
- Master’s degree in a STEM field, completed or in progress by August 2027, for the Mechanical Engineer level
- Bachelor’s degree plus two years of mechanical engineering experience by August 2027 for the Mechanical Engineer level
- Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government Secret security clearance
- U.S. citizenship
- Ability to obtain and maintain Program Special Access
- Minimum cumulative GPA of 3.25 on a 4.0 scale
- Previous internship, co-op, or other work experience
- Leadership and teamwork capabilities
- Interpersonal communication skills and professional, community, or extracurricular activities
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Healthcare Strength — Health coverage offers multiple medical plan options by region alongside dental, vision, mental‑health resources, and wellness programs. Recent materials also highlight added family‑building support, including a dedicated fertility benefit.
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Retirement Support — The 401(k) savings plan is positioned as competitive with a company match, auto‑escalation features, and access to an employee stock fund/ESPP. Official filings and benefits guides emphasize retirement as a core element of the Total Rewards package.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Many sites offer a 9/80 schedule, generous PTO, paid holidays, and flexible/telework options where program needs allow. Paid parental and caregiver leave are prominently featured, with recent enhancements for the delivering parent.
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