Sentinel - Sr Principle Mechanical Engineer
Listed on 2026-02-28
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Engineering
Systems Engineer, Mechanical Engineer, Engineering Design & Technologists
RELOCATION ASSISTANCE:
Relocation assistance may be available
CLEARANCE TYPE:
Secret
TRAVEL:
Yes, 10% of the Time
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 Defense Systems is seeking a Senior Principle Mechanical Engineer
. This position is located in Roy, UT / Colorado Springs, CO / or Huntsville, AL and supports the Sentinel program.
Selected candidate will be responsible for the architecture, development, and delivery of multiple assembly and test fixture engineering design solutions. This role provides the opportunity to be a technical expert, take ownership of the Special Test Equipment (STE) statement of work from concept design to product delivery, and to be one of the recognized Subject Matter Experts (SME’s) within the team for mechanical assemblies and fixtures.
Responsibilities include (but are not limited to) the following:
Pro-actively communicate across teams to negotiate interface requirements
Provide support to Manufacturing, Procurement, Lab Integration and Test
Bachelor's Degree in a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics) discipline with 8 years of related engineering experience; OR a Master's Degree in a STEM. discipline and 6 years of related engineering experience; OR a PhD in STEM with 4 years of related engineering experience.
Must have an active U.S. Government DoD Secret security clearance at time of application, current and within scope, with an ability to obtain and maintain Special Access.
Program (SAP) approval within a reasonable period of time, as determined by the company to meet its business need.
Experience with stress and structural analysis.
Experience with LRU fabrication and installation processes with hands-on experience.
A current active in-scope DoD Top Secret security clearance
Expert level proficiency with design tools such as NX, CPLM, AutoCAD, or Microsoft Visio
Prior experience in coordinating with multiple Integrated Product Teams (IPTs) within a dynamic program environment
Experience with preparing and presenting oral and written reports
Familiarity with PM&P requirements per Aerospace TOR-)-5235 /
-5236Experience with DoD architectures and Industry/Military Standards (e.g. MIL-STD-810, MIL-STD-331, MIL-STD-1901A and Mil-STD-461)
As a full-time employee of Northrop Grumman, you are eligible for our robust benefits package including:
Medical, Dental & Vision coverage
401k
Educational Assistance
Life Insurance
Employee Assistance Programs & Work/Life Solutions
Paid Time Off
Health & Wellness Resources
Employee Discounts
This position’s standard work schedule is a 9/80. The 9/80 schedule allows employees who work a nine-hour day Monday through Thursday to take every other Friday off.
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Primary Level Salary Range: $ - $
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…
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