Sentinel (GBSD) Sr. Principal Mechanical Engineer (10603*) Roy, UT

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Northrop Grumman's Space Systems sector is seeking a Sr Principal Mechanical Engineer . This position is in our Strategic Deterrent Systems Division to execute the Engineering and Manufacturing Development phase of the Sentinel Ground Based Strategic Deterrent (GBSD) program in support of the United States Air Force. This position will be located on campus in Roy, UT, Colorado Springs, CO, or Huntsville, AL .

What You'll Get To Do:

This position will support the Weapon System Design and Analysis Configuration/Integration team that focuses on the creation of Assembly/Installation Product Definition Packages (PDP) utilizing Siemens NX and Siemens Capital & Xpedition and going through the product lifecycle management tool (Siemens Teamcenter). Additionally, it includes the investigation/resolution of the CAD (Computer Aided Design) issues that are a result of large top-level assemblies. Primary responsibilities include managing the weapon system configurations & effectivities and delivering the Engineering Bill of Material (eBOM) in structure manager using Siemens Teamcenter. You will apply knowledge of design, modeling and drawing practices to accomplish these objectives.

The selected candidate will support the Sentinel Program. Responsibilities include:

  • Provide technical experience and oversight as related to the implementation and dissemination of engineering processes to support Design Engineering

  • Creating Engineering Directives for Model Based Design & Analysis Activities

  • Support our Tier I suppliers with design authority and our IWO partners.

  • Support daily scrum meetings and provide status on assigned activities and meeting deadlines

  • Understand USAF processes, procedures, and requirements; develop mechanical integration approaches based on industry standards

  • Manage development to meet program milestones, including managing risk and opportunities

  • Provide technical direction and oversight of industry standards to less experienced engineers

  • Support meetings and serve as POC for Process and Governance Team as needed

As a full-time employee of Northrop Grumman Space 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 positions 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 Science, Technology, Engineering or Math (STEM) with 9 years' experience; 7 years' experience with a Master's degree; or 4 years' experience with a PhD.

  • Must be a US citizen with the ability to obtain DoD Secret clearance

  • Must have the ability to obtain and maintain Special Access Program (SAP) clearance as a condition of continued employment

  • Experience in using and understanding engineering industry standards, Mil-Specs

  • Experience with mechanical and design engineering principles

  • Experience using NX for 3D modeling

  • Experience with MS Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)

  • Experience using Teamcenter

These Qualifications Would be Nice to Have:

  • Current and active DoD security clearance

  • Experience with Agile

  • Experience with CPLM

  • Experience with engineering DoD and defense related contracts

  • Familiarity with GD&T, and ability to understand technical drawings and schematics

  • Demonstrated record of collaboration among multiple subsystem teams

  • Ability to work with limited oversight, and be a self-starter

  • Strong communication and formal presentation skills

Salary Range: $101,600 - $160,400

Employees may be eligible for 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.

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