Sr. Principal Engineer Aeronautical

Company: Northrop Grumman
Location: Sterling
Posted on: May 23, 2023

Job Description:

Requisition ID: R10112351Category: EngineeringLocation: Sterling, VA, USACitizenship Required: United States CitizenshipClearance Type: SecretTelecommute: No- Teleworking not available for this positionShift: 1st Shift (United States of America)Travel Required: Yes, 10% of the TimeRelocation Assistance: Relocation assistance may be availablePositions Available: 1At 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.Join Northrop Grumman on our continued mission to push the boundaries of possible across land, sea, air, space, and cyberspace. Enjoy a culture where your voice is valued and start contributing to our team of passionate professionals providing real-life solutions to our world's biggest challenges. We take pride in creating purposeful work and allowing our employees to grow and achieve their goals every day by Defining Possible. With our competitive pay and comprehensive benefits, we have the right opportunities to fit your life and launch your career today.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, subsystems and defense electronics; precision weapons, armament systems and ammunition; satellites and associated space components and services; and advanced aerospace structures.The Mechanical Engineering group is hiring for a Sr. Principal Engineer Aeronautical in our Mechanical Engineering team within the Launch Vehicles Business Unit at our Sterling, VA facility.Essential Functions:Work within the Northrop Grumman Design group and will be responsible for creating drawing/design packages with proper content and to ensuring compliance with applicable industry and military standardsReview designs for fit, function, manufacturability, economy of fabrication, and verifying completed work, checking dimensions, materials and quantities to be usedReview of tolerance analysis, hardware selection and fitment on assembly printsCalled upon to resolve interpretation issues on drawingsVerifying 3D models submitted to manufacturing utilizing Siemens NX 1946 managed with TeamcenterResponsibility will further include liaison with various engineering disciplines, Manufacturing, and QualitySome vendor liaison will be required as wellAs requested, may supervise and direct the activities of staff.Modeling fully defined components and assemblies efficiently using Siemens NX 1946 managed with Teamcenter, and create/revise parametric drawings in conformance with ASME modeling and drawing standardsKnowledge of Word, Excel, Windows and NX 1946 as required.Good communication skills, both written and verbal.Ability to work quickly and accurately while under schedule pressure and exhibit a large degree of patience.Strong time management and organizational skills.Basic Qualifications:Bachelor's degree in a STEM discipline (Science, Technology, Engineering or Math) with 9 years of related engineering experience; OR a Master's degree in STEM with 7 years of related engineering experience, or a PhD in STEM with 4 years of related engineering experienceAbility to obtain DoD Secret security clearanceMust be experienced with geometric dimensioning and tolerancingMust be experienced with weld design per AWS D17.1 and D1.1Must have knowledge of standard manufacturing processes including CNC Mill and Lathe operationsMust be experienced with Siemens NX 1946 and TeamcenterAbility to work independently as well as in a team environmentPreferred Qualifications:Master's or PhD in STEMActive DOD Secret Security clearance, or higherASME Y14.5-2009ASM GDTP CertificationAWS CWI certificationExperience working with DoD programsWorking knowledge of ASME Y14.100 and Mil-Standard 100Salary Range: $129,700 USD - $194,500 USDEmployees 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 health and safety of our employees and their families is a top priority. The company encourages employees to remain up-to-date on their COVID-19 vaccinations. U.S. Northrop Grumman employees may be required, in the future, to be vaccinated or have an approved disability/medical or religious accommodation, pursuant to future court decisions and/or government action on the currently stayed federal contractor vaccine mandate under Executive Order 14042 https://www.saferfederalworkforce.gov/contractors/.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 http://www.northropgrumman.com/EEO. U.S. Citizenship is required for most positions.

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