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Northrop Grumman Space Systems has an opening for an Mechanical Computer Aided Design (MCAD) Modeler and Librarian to join our team of qualified individuals. This position will be based out of Roy, UT to support the Sentinel (GBSD) program in the Strategic Deterrent Systems (SDS) Division. Northrop Grumman supports the Air Force’s sustainment, development, production and deployment of hardware and system modifications for Intercontinental Ballistic Missile (ICBM) Ground and Airborne Launch Control Systems, Launch Facilities and associated infrastructure.
Roles and Responsibilities
- Develop and maintain libraries of component parts within common engineering design CAD tools.
- Primary focus will be mechanical parts within Siemens NX and Teamcenter.
- Collaborate with mechanical, electrical, components, manufacturing, procurement and other engineering disciplines to support the design of weapon systems and equipment under an overarching Systems Engineering and full lifecycle management framework.
- Demonstrate ability to develop part models for Mechanical CAD parts within NX and Teamcenter and maintain libraries.
- Conduct multidisciplinary research and collaborate with hardware designers and/or product line engineers in design, development, and utilization of software to create a representation of components for the CAD tools component library.
- Create and review library components, symbols, and cells in accordance with established NGC and industry guidelines meeting high levels of accuracy.
- Work alongside other members of a team of modelers and librarians to develop MCAD/ECAD processes and documentation.
- Demonstrate a general understanding and wide application of technical principles, theories, and concepts relative to mechanical parts management.
- Demonstrate general knowledge of Systems Engineering, multi-generational program system and/or multi-generational program subsystem development, and familiarity with supplier management.
- Work independently, and as part of a team, to provide innovative technical solutions to a wide range of difficult problems.
- Understand, implement and adhere to documented processes.
Basic Qualifications
- Requires a bachelor’s degree in a Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) discipline from an accredited university with 2 years of related experience; or a master’s degree with 1 year of related experience
- Must be a U.S. Citizen and with the ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret clearance
- Must be able to obtain and maintain Special Access Programs (SAP) clearance as a condition of continued employment.
- Requires a minimum of 6 months experience modeling in NX or equivalent CAD tools
- Requires experience working with equipment design and/or MCAD/ECAD library maintenance and development
- Requires experience working with military or industry component part specifications or standards
- Requires experience with Microsoft Office tools
Preferred Qualifications
- Thorough understanding of hardware development, design assemblies, mechanical equipment design, electromechanical equipment design
- Background and understanding of geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T)
- Experience with CPLM (Teamcenter), Siemens Capital, Teamcenter, or Xpedition
- An Active, In-Scope DOD Secret Security Clearance or higher that has been granted / renewed within the past 6 years
- Working knowledge of military and industry standards for mechanical or electromechanical parts and assemblies
- Familiar with technical drawings and engineering data for mechanical or electromechanical parts and assemblies
- Experience and familiarity with life cycle management
- Familiar with supply chain management as it relates to parts management and obtaining technical specifications on components
- Excellent communication, interpersonal skills, and the ability to interface with all levels of employees and management
- Detail-oriented and have a background in CAD usage and utilizing part datasheets/specifications/drawings for engineering applications
- Attention to detail, an inherent ability to interpret datasheets/specifications/drawings, and an aptitude to make sound decisions are key traits of a successful candidate
- Self-motivated, work under general direction, and work well in teams
Position Benefits
As a full-time employee of Northrop Grumman Defense Systems, you are eligible for our robust benefits package including:
- Medical, Dental & Vision coverage
- 401k
- Educational Assistance
- Life Insurance
- Employee Assistance Programs & Work/Life Solutions
- Paid Time Off
- Health & Wellness Resources
- Employee Discounts
This position’s standard work schedule is 9/80. The 9/80 schedule allows employees who work a nine-hour day Monday through Thursday to take every other Friday off. This role may offer a competitive relocation assistance package.
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Primary Level Salary Range: $72,100.00 - $108,100.00The 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 in STEM with 2 years related experience or Master's with 1 year
- U.S. Citizen with ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret clearance
- Ability to obtain and maintain Special Access Programs (SAP) clearance as condition of continued employment
- Minimum 6 months experience modeling in NX or equivalent CAD tools
- Experience with equipment design and/or MCAD/ECAD library maintenance and development
- Experience working with military or industry component part specifications or standards
- Experience developing and maintaining libraries of component parts within engineering CAD tools (e.g., NX/Teamcenter)
- Experience with Microsoft Office tools
- Thorough understanding of hardware development, assemblies, and electromechanical equipment design
- Background and understanding of geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T)
- Experience with CPLM (Teamcenter), Siemens Capital, Teamcenter, or Xpedition
- Active, In-Scope DOD Secret security clearance or higher granted/renewed within past 6 years
- Working knowledge of military and industry standards for mechanical or electromechanical parts and assemblies
- Familiarity with technical drawings and engineering data for mechanical or electromechanical parts and assemblies
- Experience and familiarity with life cycle management
- Familiarity with supply chain management as it relates to parts management and obtaining technical specifications
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; ability to interface with all employee levels
- Detail-oriented with ability to interpret datasheets, specifications, and drawings
- Self-motivated, able to work under general direction and in teams
Northrop Grumman Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Northrop Grumman and has not been reviewed or approved by Northrop Grumman.
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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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