Principal/Tool Designer - Level 2
Listed on 2026-10-05
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Engineering
Engineering Design & Technologists, CAD/ AutoCAD/ Mechanical Design, Manufacturing Engineer, Mechanical Engineer
RELOCATION ASSISTANCE:
Relocation assistance may be available
CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START:
No
CLEARANCE TYPE:
None
TRAVEL:
Yes, 10% of the Time
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 Space Systems designs, builds and delivers space, defense and aviation-related systems to customers around the world. Our main products include launch vehicles and related propulsion systems; missile products, and associated space components and services; and advanced aerospace structures.
Northrop Grumman Space Systems is currently recruiting for a Principal/Tool Designer Modeler (Level 2 or Level
3) to join our team at the Clearfield, Utah location.
Candidate will be responsible for the concept, design, 3D CAD modeling, 2D fabrication drawings, inspection requirements, procurement requirements, verification requirements, and fabrication support for tooling and equipment for Aerospace applications.
Duties and Responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:- Interface with review team to assure customer satisfaction with design
- Work alongside the engineering and manufacturing team to ensure overall program quality, delivery, and cost objectives are achieved
- Work with internal Customers to design, model and drawft needed support equipment for new and existing programs
- Developing tooling concepts, to meet customer requirements
- Work closely with Tool Engineers to create 3D CAD models and 2D final drawings
- Understand/monitor cost and schedule
- Review engineering drawings and designs for manufacturability
- Implement Design for Manufacturing into all designs to reduce cost and schedule
- Support vendors as needed during fabrication
- Inspect tool configuration for drawing compliance, including fit, form and function
- Support continuous improvement
- Support Operations and Process Engineering in the use of all tooling
This position can be filled as a level 2 or level 3 depending on qualifications.
Basic requirements:Level 2
- Minimum of a High Diploma with 6 years of experience OR bachelor’s degree with 2 years’ experience
- Minimum of a High Diploma with 9 years of experience OR bachelor’s degree with 5 years’ experience
- Experience in 3D CAD modeling using standard commercial CAD software
- Experience in 2D drafting and drawing creation from 3D models
- Experience modifying existing 2D drawings and 3D CAD models
- Experience in design and fabrication of special tooling and related equipment.
- Demonstrated ability to evaluate vendor and equipment capability and ability to perform required tasks to include production of tooling as well as unique aerospace part production
- NX modeling and drafting experience
- Crisp and concise communication skills to convey designs and share project status
- Desire, i.e. passion, to build and manufacture support hardware
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Strong organizational skills in managing time, projects and resources
- Leadership ability
- Technical attention to detail
- Drive and motivation to…
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