As a Tooling Designer / Checker for Northrop Grumman Propulsion Systems, you will be responsible for developing design concepts and producing efficient designs that support Northrop Grumman’s Aerospace requirements. You will also be responsible for checking the drawings of other engineers and designers in the department for compliance with department and industry standards as well as constructability.
This position will work a 9/80 schedule, with every other Friday off.
In this job, you will:
Review drawings and designs for manufacturability and completeness.
· Evaluate tool designs for compliance to NG standards (IPHM, HOPS), as well as industry dimension and tolerancing standards (ASME Y14.5M-2009).
· Evaluate design to determine manufacturability of tool design, including proper dimensioning to produce an acceptable, functional tool.
· Evaluate design for functionality to ensure the tool will perform per user request.
· Review design package for completeness · Develop tooling concepts and support Tool Engineers in developing drawings.
· Have a working knowledge of material strengths and engineering applications to assure compliance to requirements.
· Interface with design review teams to assure customer satisfaction with design.
· Manage multiple projects at once and create efficient designs to meet the program cost and schedule requirements.
· Work alongside the Tool Engineer to ensure overall program quality, delivery, and cost objectives are achieved.
· Work with internal Customers to concept needed support equipment for new and existing programs.
· Developing tooling concepts, creating/reviewing and improving manufacturing processes to meet Customer requirements.
· Work closely with Tool Engineers to create final drawings
· Understand design costs and schedules
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Basic Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree with 5 years of professional experience – OR – Master’s degree with 3 years of professional experience – OR – PhD with 1 year of professional experience.
- Four additional years of experience will be considered in lieu of degree with a total of 9 years experience.
- Must have the ability to obtain a maintain a U.S. government security clearance.
- 5 years of experience in Mechanical design.
- Hands-on or working knowledge of Machining and/or Fabrication practices.
- Experience with NX CAD systems or related systems
- Lean Manufacturing Principles
- Technical attention to detail on past projects and assignments.
- Soft skills must include critical thinking, problem solving, attention to detail, and the ability to collaborate and build consensus in the work environment.
- Basic computer skills should include Microsoft Office Suite and Adobe Acrobat.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Hands on knowledge of ASME Y14.5M-2009, Dimensioning and Tolerance Standard.
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Primary Level Salary Range: $106,000.00 - $129,000.00The 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 candidate's 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.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree with 5 years of professional experience, or Master's degree with 3 years, or PhD with 1 year
- Four additional years of experience may substitute for a degree, totaling 9 years of experience
- Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government security clearance
- 5 years of mechanical design experience
- Hands-on or working knowledge of machining and/or fabrication practices
- Experience with NX CAD systems or related systems
- Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing Principles
- Critical thinking, problem solving, attention to detail, collaboration, and consensus-building skills
- Basic computer skills including Microsoft Office Suite and Adobe Acrobat
- Hands-on knowledge of ASME Y14.5M-2009 Dimensioning and Tolerance Standard
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