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Principal Electromechanical Engineer / Sr. Principal Electromechanical Engineer

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Northrop Grumman

Principal Electromechanical Engineer / Sr. Principal Electromechanical Engineer

Manhattan Beach, CA

Requisition ID: R10177701
Category: Engineering
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Location: Manhattan Beach, California, United States of America
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Clearance Type: None
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Telecommute: No- Teleworking not available for this position
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Shift: 1st Shift (United States of America)
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Travel Required: Yes, 10% of the Time
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Relocation Assistance: Relocation assistance may be available
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Positions Available: 3
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. Strategic Space Systems Division (SSSD) is an industry-leading provider for prime satellite and payload capabilities and directed energy and electronics solutions for national security, military, and civil customers. We are built on a heritage of providing innovative, affordable and reliable aerospace and defense products that our customers rely on to achieve mission success. Join the Space revolution and make the impossible, possible.

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Strategic Space Systems Division (SSSD) is seeking a
Principal Electromechanical Engineer/ Sr. Principal Electromechanical Engineer to join the Electronics and Payloads' Product Engineering Department. The position will be located in Manhattan Beach, CA.
This requisition can be filled at a level 3 Principal Electromechanical Engineer or a level 4 Sr. Principal Electromechanical Engineer. Additionally, please be aware that this position will also be contingent upon capturing program award and obtaining customer funding.
The Product Engineering Department is an organization of ~100 engineers that performs advanced electronic packaging development in support of a variety of products destined for space and air programs.
In this role you will:

Perform mechanical design using computer-aided design (CAD) software

* Conduct packaging trades, tolerance and interference analyses, generating drawing packages and associated electronic data

* Collaborate with diverse stakeholders across organizations and programs to balance design requirements, hardware producibility and affordability

* Support the fabrication, assembly and test of high reliability space flight hardware.

Basic Qualifications - Principal Electromechanical Engineer:

A Bachelor of Science degree in a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering or Math) discipline with 5 years of engineering experience in an aerospace environment; OR Master's Degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering and 3 years of engineering experience in an aerospace environment

* The ability to obtain and maintain a DoD SCI clearance

* Experience with 3D CAD and mechanical design

* Experience leading or supporting a team of over 5 employees

* Experience collaborating with diverse stakeholders across organizations and programs.

* Proficiency in performing tolerance and interference analyses

Basic Qualifications - Sr. Principal Electromechanical Engineer:

A Bachelor of Science degree in a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering or Math) discipline and 8 years of engineering experience in an aerospace environment, or a Master's Degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering and 6 years of engineering experience in an aerospace environment

* The ability to obtain and maintain a DoD SCI clearance

* Experience with electronics packaging, 3D CAD and mechanical design

* Experience leading a team of over 5 employees

* Experience collaborating with diverse stakeholders across organizations and programs

* Proficiency in performing tolerance and interference analyses

Preferred Qualifications - Principal/Sr. Principal Electromechanical:

A Master's Degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering

* Experience with electronic packaging / mechanical design for space applications

* Experience with electronics design development and sustaining spanning cradle to grave

* Experience with PTC Creo, Windchill and Enovia software applications

* Experience with or knowledge of analytical / FEM SW tools

* Experience supporting bid & proposal activities

* Proficiency with electrical design, electronics manufacturing processes and qualification activities

* An active DoD Secret or Top Secret, and/or SCI clearance

Northrop Grumman offers a competitive and robust benefits program. As a full-time employee of Northrop Grumman, you are eligible for:
- Medical, Dental & Vision coverage
- 401k
- Educational Assistance
- Life Insurance
- Employee Assistance Programs & Work/Life Solutions
- Paid Time Off
- Health & Wellness Resources
- Employee Discounts
- Flexible Schedules: For example the ability to work a 9/80 work schedule, which allows an employee to work a nine-hour day Monday through Thursday and take every other Friday off of work.
For more details, please view .
Salary Range: $110,300 - $165,500
Salary Range 2: *$137,400 - $206,000
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.
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.
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 committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action 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/AA and Pay Transparency statement, please visit. U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.

Client-provided location(s): Manhattan Beach, CA 90266, USA
Job ID: NorthropGrumman-R10177701
Employment Type: Other

Perks and Benefits

  • Health and Wellness

    • Health Insurance
    • Dental Insurance
    • Vision Insurance
    • Life Insurance
    • Short-Term Disability
    • Long-Term Disability
    • HSA
    • HSA With Employer Contribution
    • On-Site Gym
    • Pet Insurance
    • Mental Health Benefits
    • Virtual Fitness Classes
  • Parental Benefits

    • Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
    • Non-Birth Parent or Paternity Leave
    • Fertility Benefits
    • Adoption Assistance Program
    • Family Support Resources
    • Adoption Leave
  • Work Flexibility

    • Flexible Work Hours
    • Remote Work Opportunities
    • Hybrid Work Opportunities
    • Four-Day Work Week
  • Office Life and Perks

    • Commuter Benefits Program
    • Company Outings
    • On-Site Cafeteria
    • Holiday Events
  • Vacation and Time Off

    • Paid Vacation
    • Paid Holidays
    • Sabbatical
    • Leave of Absence
  • Financial and Retirement

    • 401(K)
    • 401(K) With Company Matching
    • Performance Bonus
    • Relocation Assistance
    • Financial Counseling
    • Profit Sharing
  • Professional Development

    • Tuition Reimbursement
    • Promote From Within
    • Mentor Program
    • Shadowing Opportunities
    • Access to Online Courses
    • Lunch and Learns
    • Internship Program
    • Leadership Training Program
    • Associate or Rotational Training Program
  • Diversity and Inclusion

    • Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program
    • Employee Resource Groups (ERG)
    • Woman founded/led

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