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Sr. Principal Engineer Aeronautical

Northrop Grumman

$118,600 - $178,000
Sep 5, 2025
Chandler, AZ, USA
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Northrop Grumman is seeking a Sr. Principal Engineer Aeronautical to support key advances in complex missile system design and hypersonic technologies within their Advanced Programs product line.

Requirements

  • Utilizing 3D CAD Software (Siemens NX) modeling, 2D drafting though Model Based Definition, and release through Teamcenter PLM.
  • Demonstrate knowledge of mechanical manufacturing processes as they apply to Design for Manufacture (DFM)
  • Advanced understanding of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing per ASME Y14.5-2009, ASME Certification a plus
  • Hands-on Mechanical Integration Experience preferably in Aerospace field
  • Field integration and launch experience with missile systems or launch vehicles
  • Experience with DevOps practices, agile development, scrums, and JIRA/Confluence

Responsibilities

  • Based on specific stated objectives, performs analysis, design, or test of one or more complex materials, structural components or functional systems within a missile system or launch vehicle.
  • Apply a broad understanding of mechanical structural and thermal analysis principles to support product design.
  • Complete detailed mechanical design of parts and assemblies utilizing 3D CAD Software (Siemens NX) modeling, 2D drafting though Model Based Definition, and release through Teamcenter PLM.
  • Demonstrate knowledge of mechanical manufacturing processes as they apply to Design for Manufacture (DFM)
  • Perform technical oversight of key suppliers including specification development, reviewing key deliverables, and supporting product maturation ensuring key system requirements are met.
  • Collaborating with analysis teams who are responsible for performing mass properties, structural, thermal, environments, and materials/processes reports.
  • Create, and deliver engineering briefings or reports to support design review activities.

Other

  • Active US DoD Secret Security clearance, or higher required at the time of application
  • Active US DoD Top Secret Security Clearance
  • Experience developing and executing Technology Maturation Plans for launch vehicle or missile systems
  • Experience working in an Integrated Product Team (IPT) structure.
  • Utilize written and verbal communication skills