Northrop Grumman’s Defense Systems sector is looking for an Principal Mechanical Engineer, located in Roy, UT.
What You'll Get to Do:As a Major Maintenance Vehicles (MMV) mechanical engineer, you will be responsible for coordinating with suppliers, reviewing designs, and integrating with other NG integrated product teams to ensure adherence to, and implementation of requirements. You will actively participate in design reviews, review/approve subcontract deliverables and gauge supplier readiness to enter contractual milestones. Strong interpersonal skills and attention to detail are critical to being successful in this position. As the suppliers move through the design phase, MMV mechanical engineers will transition to test and verification oversight to assist suppliers through a successful qualification event.
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 a 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.
You'll Bring These Qualifications:BS degree in Aerospace or Mechanical Engineering or related: 5 Years with Bachelor’s in science; 3 Years with Masters; 1 Year with PhD
Must have an active U.S. Government DoD Secret security clearance at time of application, current and within scope.
Experience with project/supplier management and team integration
Must be an expert with Microsoft Office Suite of tools - Project, PowerPoint, Excel, Word
Master’s degree in aerospace or mechanical engineering or related field with 5-9 years of relatable work experience
Experience with Teamcenter
Hands-on experience in equipment maintenance, fabrication, assembly, power, hand and measuring tools
Aerospace / ICBM maintenance experience
Knowledge in design of electrical subsystems
Knowledge in the development of SE design solutions
ANSI/ASME Y14.5 GD&T
Skills Required
- BS in Aerospace or Mechanical Engineering or related (5 years experience with BS; 3 years with MS; 1 year with PhD)
- Active U.S. Government DoD Secret security clearance at time of application, current and within scope
- Experience with project/supplier management and team integration
- Expert with Microsoft Office Suite - Project, PowerPoint, Excel, Word
- Master's degree in aerospace or mechanical engineering or related field with 5-9 years of relatable work experience
- Experience with Teamcenter
- Hands-on experience in equipment maintenance, fabrication, assembly, power, hand and measuring tools
- Aerospace / ICBM maintenance experience
- Knowledge in design of electrical subsystems
- Knowledge in the development of SE design solutions
- ANSI/ASME Y14.5 GD&T
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We are a close-knit community of big thinkers collaborating to keep the world safe. Our passion, creativity and expertise bring next-level technology solutions to life in autonomous systems, cyber, C4ISR, strike, space, and logistics and modernization for our customers around the globe. On the Northrop Grumman team, you’ll join our pursuit of excellence immersed in a dynamic culture of innovation and respect. Your unique perspective will help achieve our shared vision for the future of global security. Every step of the way, you'll be supported by world-class training, employee resource groups and a comprehensive benefits package that enables greater health and happiness for you and your family. Worldwide and across disciplines, we’re challenging what’s possible for technology to protect people and places from undersea to outer space and into cyberspace. And we see the impact of our performance every day. We are Northrop Grumman, and we work on what matters—now, you too can make a difference. Explore opportunities in engineering, IT, manufacturing, business management, cybersecurity and more with us. Northrop Grumman is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.







