Principal Mechanical Engineer; 18524*) Security Clearance

Position: Principal Mechanical Engineer (18524*) with Security Clearance
RELOCATION ASSISTANCE:
Relocation assistance may be available CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START:
Yes CLEARANCE TYPE:
Top Secret TRAVEL:
Yes, 10% of the Time Description 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 Systemsis looking for a Principal Mechanical Engineer, located in Roy, UT to work a restricted effort as part of the flight systems futures operating unit. This group focuses on technologies for advancing current systems. What You'll Get to Do:
This role will be joining a team of established mechanical engineers supporting a specific execution program. This role will have the following responsibilities:
* 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 Suppliers as required to accomplish the team goals

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

* Evaluate mechanical systems, products, components, and applications by reviewing designs.

* Ensure product quality by reviewing mechanical designs and validating that current standards are applied.

* Support the delivery of Mechanical Systems design Technical Data Packages, interface models, and additional design artifacts

* Support structured trade studies to evaluate alternative design solutions to resolve technical issues

* Develop and present design change requests, coordinating with impacted internal and external stakeholders, ensuring configuration control of the technical baseline.

* Identify risks and opportunities associated with or driven by design factors and executing handling/mitigation/capture actions to reduce risk or realize opportunities.

* Develop and mature Mechanical System designs that meet Weapon System requirements, UFC, MIL-STD, and other applicable codes and regulations.

* Write clear, testable requirements and verification plans for mechanical subsystems.

* Assess vendor provided technical data (drawings, specifications, test reports) for compliance with program requirements.

* Collaborate with mechanical, electrical, and software engineers to capture cross domain impacts and resolve conflicts.

* Participate in design, trade, and verification reviews; provide status updates to program leadership.

* Support configuration control and documentation in accordance with Northrop Grumman engineering standards. 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:

* Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related STEM field and 5 years of relevant experience; or Master's degree with 3 years of relevant experience; or 1 years with a PhD

* U.S. citizen with an active and current Top Secret clearance at time of application

* Ability to obtain and maintain Special Access Program (SAP) approval within a reasonable period of time, as determined by the company to meet its business need

* 2+ years of experience with CAD modeling (Siemens NX preferred)

* 2+ Experience in mechanical engineering that includes a background in mechanical systems (mechanisms preferred) Familiar with common engineering standards (ISO, ASME, Mil Spec, NAS, etc.)

* Ability to operate independently with minimal supervision, function in a dynamic environment, and be flexible to changing direction

* Proficient written and verbal communication skills when conveying technical content These Qualifications Would be Nice to Have:
* Prior work on mechanical subsystems for nuclear surety or nuclear safety programs.

* Experience with Siemens Team Center PLM or similar systems.

* Experience with requirements management and model-based systems…