
Mechanical Engineer, Aircraft Support Equipment
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Job description
Northrop Grumman is hiring a Mechanical Engineer, Aircraft Support Equipment — a full-time, based in Melbourne, FL role ($72k–$108k). Apply directly on Northrop Grumman's careers page below.
Mechanical Engineer - Aircraft Support Equipment
Location: United States-Florida-Melbourne
Time Type: Full time
Job Description
RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be availableCLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: YesCLEARANCE TYPE: SecretTRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the TimeDescription
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 Aeronautics Systems has an opening for a Mechanical Design Engineer to join our team of qualified, diverse individuals. This position will be located in Melbourne, FL.
The selected candidate will contribute in the analysis, research, design, manufacture, and testing associated with aircraft Support Equipment.
Essential Functions:
- Mechanical design of test, measurement, and handling equipment used on military aircraft.
- Gathering of data, requirements development, interfacing with suppliers, and performing basic stress and tolerance analysis.
- Acting as manufacturing liaison during build process of your project to ensure overall quality, delivery, and cost objectives are achieved.
- Development of test plans and performing environmental testing of Support Equipment.
- Testing and integration of manufactured Support Equipment on aircraft.
The selected candidate should thrive in a fast-paced work environment with high expectations, significantly diverse assignments, collaborative/team settings across all levels. Candidate must also be willing to travel to various site locations to demonstrate the function of the designed equipment.
Basic Qualifications:
- Must have a Bachelor's in a Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM) discipline from an accredited university AND 2 years of relevant engineering experience OR a Master’s degree in a Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM) discipline from an accredited university AND 0 years of engineering experience.
- Proficient using CAD software in generating detailed engineering drawings used for manufacturing of mechanical and/or electrical assemblies
- Must have an active US Government Secret clearance (with a background investigation within the past 6 years or enrolled into Continuous Evaluation).
- Must have the ability to obtain and maintain Special Access Program (SAP) clearance, within a reasonable amount of time as determined by business needs.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Proficient using FEA software in performance of stress analysis of mechanical and/or electrical assemblies to include static and dynamic analysis to MIL-STD-810 requirements.
- FAA A&P Certificate or equivalent aircraft maintenance background.
- Experience developing manufacturing drawings to GD&T standards.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the salary for Mechanical Engineer, Aircraft Support Equipment at Northrop Grumman?
The estimated salary range for Mechanical Engineer, Aircraft Support Equipment at Northrop Grumman is $72,000 - $108,000 USD per year.
What is the seniority level for Mechanical Engineer, Aircraft Support Equipment at Northrop Grumman?
Mechanical Engineer, Aircraft Support Equipment at Northrop Grumman is a Entry / Mid Level level position.
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