Sentinel - Sr Principal Mechanical Engineer - 18283

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Roy, UT, USA
In-Office
112K-168K Annually
Senior level
Aerospace • Logistics • Security • Software • Cybersecurity
The Role
Lead conceptual and preliminary mechanical design for missile and support systems, develop launcher capsule concepts, perform trade studies and system engineering, ensure producibility and affordability, collaborate with suppliers, transition technologies to programs, and support Navy operations considerations.
Summary Generated by Built In
RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available

CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: Yes

CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret

TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the TimeDescription

At Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportunities to work on revolutionary systems that impact people's lives around the world today, and for generations to come. Our pioneering and inventive spirit has enabled us to be at the forefront of many technological advancements in our nation's history - from the first flight across the Atlantic Ocean, to stealth bombers, to landing on the moon. We look for people who have bold new ideas, courage and a pioneering spirit to join forces to invent the future, and have fun along the way. Our culture thrives on intellectual curiosity, cognitive diversity and bringing your whole self to work — and we have an insatiable drive to do what others think is impossible. Our employees are not only part of history, they're making history.

Northrop Grumman’s Defense Systems sector is seeking a Sr. Principal Mechanical Engineer to join the Sentinel program in Roy, UT. This role may offer a competitive relocation assistance package.

What You'll Get To Do:
  • Provide technical contributions to a growing Advanced Programs Missile Subsystem team for conceptual and preliminary design and technology maturation of new advanced concepts for future deterrence needs in the areas of cruise missiles and support systems/subsystems.

  • Develop design concepts for launcher capsule and provide technical oversight for avionics and airframe design, with an emphasis on minimizing impacts to Navy operations and re-use of existing launch systems.

  • Contribute to trade studies, architecture development, and system engineering, including producibility and affordability design influence, to produce credible conceptual and preliminary weapon system designs that meet potential customers' performance, cost, schedule, and risk thresholds while informing them of the surrounding design space for capability considerations, especially capability versus life cycle and cost versus technical availability date.

  • Demonstrate a commitment to ethics and integrity, and the capability to innovate while challenging traditional ways of doing business

  • Operate in an advanced design environment and collaborate across the Division and Suppliers as required to accomplish the team goals

  • Conceptualize and mature new business for growth of the Division

  • Transition innovative solutions, technologies, and advanced concepts for US strategic deterrence interests to programs of record for product development and fielding.

You'll Bring These Qualifications:
  • 8 Years with Bachelors in Science; 6 Years with Masters; 4 Years with PhD

  • Must have an active U.S. Government DoD Secret security clearance at time of application, current and within scope, with the ability to obtain a U.S. Government DoD Top Secret security clearance.

  • Minimum 2 years of experience in design engineering, manufacturing engineering, or test engineering.

  • Experience with DoD weapon system support system conceptual and preliminary design, particularly related to design analysis cycles, cost versus capability trade studies, and multi-design discipline integration

  • Experience with ballistic missiles, cruise missiles, and/or weapon support system design

  • Great attention to detail, follow-through, and time management skills

  • Demonstrated verbal/written communication skills & proactive interpersonal initiative

  • Self-motivated and able to work productively and independently in a fast-paced environment

These Qualifications Would Be Nice to Have:
  • Active U.S. Government DoD Top Secret security clearance at time of application, current and within scope.

  • Operational experience with Navy Strategic Weapons Facilities.

  • Experience with Navy Programs and submarine operations

  • Experience with digital design, model based engineering (CAMEO) and modeling and simulation tools and processes

  • Experience with nuclear hardened strategic systems

  • Experience with Directed Trade Studies

  • Experience with creating 3D models in Computer Aided Design (CAD) systems (NX, Catia, Solidworks, etc.)

  • Experience using an industry-standard Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) System such as Teamcenter

  • Experience performing structural and thermal analysis

  • Experience in design, development, and analysis for Electromagnetic Interference (EMI) and Electromagnetic Environmental Effects (E3)

  • Experience designing to Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) Standards

Primary Level Salary Range: $111,700.00 - $167,500.00

The 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

  • 8 years experience with a Bachelor of Science; 6 years with Masters; 4 years with PhD
  • Active U.S. Government DoD Secret security clearance at time of application, current and within scope
  • Ability to obtain a U.S. Government DoD Top Secret security clearance
  • Minimum 2 years of experience in design engineering, manufacturing engineering, or test engineering
  • Experience with DoD weapon system or support system conceptual and preliminary design, including design analysis cycles and trade studies
  • Experience with ballistic missiles, cruise missiles, and/or weapon support system design
  • Attention to detail, follow-through, and time management skills
  • Demonstrated verbal and written communication skills and proactive interpersonal initiative
  • Self-motivated and able to work productively and independently in a fast-paced environment
  • Active U.S. Government DoD Top Secret security clearance (preferred)
  • Operational experience with Navy Strategic Weapons Facilities
  • Experience with Navy programs and submarine operations
  • Experience with digital design, model based engineering (CAMEO), and modeling and simulation tools and processes
  • Experience with nuclear hardened strategic systems
  • Experience with directed trade studies
  • Experience creating 3D models in CAD systems (NX, Catia, SolidWorks)
  • Experience using Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) systems such as Teamcenter
  • Experience performing structural and thermal analysis
  • Experience in design, development, and analysis for Electromagnetic Interference (EMI) and Electromagnetic Environmental Effects (E3)
  • Experience designing to Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) standards

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.

  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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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HQ: Charlotte, North Carolina
85,636 Employees

What We Do

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.

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