Associate Mechanical Engineer/Mechanical Engineer
Northrop Grumman· Defense· Oct 7, 2026 · 21d ago
United States-Arizona-Gilbert
In office
Full-time
Mid
$114K–$160K est.
2+ years exp
Job description
RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available
CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: No
CLEARANCE TYPE: None
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.
Embark on a career putting innovative, reliable, and agile products and ideas into orbit, and beyond. Northrop Grumman has opportunities waiting for you that play a vital role in human space exploration, national defense, and scientific discovery, supporting multiple programs across the universe. With us, you’ll discover a culture of curiosity and collaboration that will have you Defining Possible from the day you start. Our space work connects and protects millions of people on earth every day, now and for the future. Explore your future and launch your career today.
Northrop Grumman is seeking an Associate Mechanical Engineer and/or a Mechanical Engineer. This position will be in Gilbert, AZ. The qualified candidate will become part of Northrop Grumman’s Tactical Space System Division.
The Mechanical Engineer will work with Mechanical Ground Support Equipment (MGSE) engineering leads and Integration and Test managers across Gilbert product lines to drive design, analysis, integration and delivery of MGSE to support Satellite Manufacturing Facility operations.
1st shift - 7:00am - 4:00pm (flexible)
Job Responsibilities:
• The candidate will perform detailed design tasks using Computer Aided Design (CAD) and other software tools to develop and document ground support equipment designs.
• The role involves interfacing and communicating with customers, program and functional management, other spacecraft engineering disciplines, and component suppliers.
• Skills include, but not limited to, Computer Aided Design (CAD), knowledge and application of Geometric Dimension and Tolerancing (GD&T), 3D Printing, Design for Manufacturing, Mechanics of Metallic / Composite Materials, Stress Calculations, and Spacecraft Component Layout.
Basic Qualifications for an Associate Mechanical Engineer:
• Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering
• Experience with SolidWorks CAD Software
• Experience with CAD configuration management
• Be able to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government security clearance (U.S. citizenship is a pre-requisite).
Basic Qualifications for Mechanical Engineer:
• Must have a Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering or an equivalent STEM related discipline.
• Minimum of 2 Years of experience with a bachelor's degree; Minimum of 0 Years with master's degree; Minimum of 0 Years experience with PhD
• Be able to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government security clearance (U.S. citizenship is a pre-requisite).
• Experience with SolidWorks CAD Software
• Experience with CAD configuration management
Preferred Qualifications for both levels:
• Have an overall cumulative GPA of 3.5 out of 4.0 or higher.
• Previous internships or school club involvement related to Mechanical Engineering Design/Build/Test.
• Experience with Creo Parametric and Windchill PDM/PLM or equivalent engineering tools.
• Experience with Matlab/Simulin
• Experience with suppliers and supplier coordination/management
• Experience creating designs using machined steel and aluminum, sheet metal, welded fixtures, additive manufacturing/composites components and assemblies
Primary Level Salary Range: $59,900.00 - $89,900.00
Secondary Level Salary Range: $72,100.00 - $108,100.00
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.
Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and 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 an Equal Opportunity 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 and pay transparency statement, please visit northropgrumman.com. U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.
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