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Northrop Grumman Marine systems is seeking an on-site at Sunnyvale, CA Day Shift or Night Shift (three shifts available) Mechanical Production Engineer Level 2/3 to participate in the development and ongoing support of new and existing steam turbine and gearbox designs used in surface ship and submarine propulsion and power generation systems of the US Navy. Must be able to apply engineering principles and industry practice in the design of assigned turbine and gear components and subsystems. Must be able to develop design concepts and repair solutions, perform trade studies, and conduct supporting evaluations and analyses. Will participate in detail design, drawing development, design reviews, release for manufacture, and follow through test and production phases. Will prepare and present formal technical briefings as required.
This position focuses on rotating machinery design and general design engineering, including ship and submarine propulsion and power generation systems involving steam turbines, gearboxes and generator sets. Activities include developing new designs from concept, thru detailed design, manufacture and test phases. Job requirements also include supporting manufacturing activities on existing production contracts.
Day Shift A - 6:00am - 6:00pm Fri - Sun (12 hour shift)*
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Day Shift B – 9/80 Schedule (M-F, every other Friday off) (9 hour shift)*
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Night Shift A - 6:00pm - 6:00am Fri - Sun (12 hour shift)*
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Swing Shift A – 1:00pm – 1:00am Mon – Thurs (4/10s 2 hour break 5pm-7pm)
*Specific Hours may be shifted. You are required to work one of two shifts listed above.
This position may be filled at a Mechanical Production Engineer Level 2 or Mechanical Production Engineer Level 3 based on the qualifications listed below:
Basic Qualifications for Level 2:
Bachelor of Science degree in a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics) discipline with 2 years of relevant experience; or a Master's of Science degree in a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics) discipline with no relevant experience.
Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret level security clearance.
US Citizenship required.
Computer skills developing designs using solid modeling software, such as CREO/NX is required.
A working knowledge of ANSI Y14.5 drawing standards and geometric tolerance is also necessary.
Must be fluent in mechanical engineering principles, and must be proficient in developing design concepts, performing trades-studies, and conducting supporting evaluations and analyses.
Required to work one of two Day Shifts: 6 AM onsite through 4 PM onsite Monday through Thursday (4/10s), OR 6 am onsite through 6 pm onsite Friday through Sunday (3/12’s).
Basic Qualifications for a Level 3:
Bachelor's of Science Degree in a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics) discipline with 5 years experience; or a Master's of Science Degree in a STEM discipline with 3 years’ experience
Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret level security clearance.
US Citizenship required.
Computer skills developing designs using solid modeling software, such as CREO/NX is required.
A working knowledge of ANSI Y14.5 drawing standards and geometric tolerance is also necessary.
Must be fluent in mechanical engineering principles, and must be proficient in developing design concepts, performing trades-studies, and conducting supporting evaluations and analyses.
Required to work one of two Day Shifts: 6 AM onsite through 4 PM onsite Monday through Thursday (4/10s), OR 6 am onsite through 6 pm onsite Friday through Sunday (3/12’s).
Preferred Qualifications:
Master's Degree in Engineering Discipline.
Knowledge in GD&T and solid modeling NX
Experience in rotating machinery.
Experience in turbo-machinery
Skills Required
- Bachelor of Science degree in a STEM discipline (Level 2: 2 years relevant experience; Level 3: 5 years relevant experience) or Master's degree with reduced experience
- Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret security clearance
- U.S. Citizenship
- Proficiency with solid modeling software (CREO or NX)
- Working knowledge of ANSI Y14.5 and geometric dimensioning & tolerancing (GD&T)
- Fluent in mechanical engineering principles; ability to develop design concepts, perform trade-studies, and conduct evaluations and analyses
- Willingness and ability to work assigned onsite shifts (including 4/10s, 3/12s, night or swing shifts)
- Master's degree in an engineering discipline
- Experience with rotating machinery or turbomachinery
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Retirement Support — 401(k) matching is considered strong, with additional defined-benefit coverage for certain cohorts and options like catch-up contributions. Retirement programs are repeatedly highlighted as a core strength of the total rewards.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — PTO, company-paid holidays, and compressed work schedules (such as 9/80) provide meaningful time away and flexibility. These scheduling options are cited as a major quality-of-life benefit across many locations.
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Parental & Family Support — Paid parental leave alongside caregiver leave, adoption assistance, and back-up care supports a range of family needs. These programs have been expanded recently, signaling continued investment in family support.
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