Mechanical Systems Engineer / Principal Mechanical Systems Engineer

Northrop Grumman Mission Systems is seeking talented Mechanical Engineers at Levels 2- 3to join the Undersea Systems Business Unit located in Annapolis, MD. Come join the Undersea Systems team where innovation and quality thrive!

Our work supports the protection of freedom and democracy through the advancement of technology and human discovery. We are looking for people with bold new ideas and the courage to take creative risk toward developing expansive new capabilities. We do work that has never been done beforeand have fun along the way.

The successful candidate Mechanical Engineer will:

• Provide technical leadership in the conception, analysis and design of complex mechanical underwater systems, handling systems and underwater vehicles.
• Support and/or lead development of system design concepts, evaluation of system characteristics including system trade studies, subsystem design, and integration and test.
• Demonstrate a background in designing for manufacturability, with a knowledge of fabrication processes for marine structures and subsystems, and proficiency in common design tools and analytical techniques.
• Present experience in the development of mechanical systems test programs, including integration and testing, with knowledge of related electrical and software systems, underwater cables & connectors, winch/cable systems, electronic packaging, and mechanisms.
• Project leadership is a plus.

This requisition may be filled at a higher grade based on the qualifications listed below.

This requisitions may be filled at either a Level 2 or a Level 3.

Basic Qualifications for a Level 2 are:

- Engineering degree in Mechanical, Aerospace, Marine or Ocean Engineering, or a related field with a minimum of 2 years of experience with a BS or 0 years with a MS.

- Current Secret clearance is required. Current TS/SCI with polygraph is desired.

- Moderate proficiency in common engineering /office tools (including MathCad, MatLab, FEA, MS Office) and analytical techniques including: basic structural, thermal and machine design.

- Proficiency with 3D CAD programs such as NX and knowledge of engineering drawing development.

- Good written and verbal communication skills, and the ability to work both independently and as a member of a multidisciplinary team in a fast paced environment

Basic Qualifications for a Level3 are:

- Engineering degree in Mechanical, Aerospace, Marine or Ocean Engineering, or a related field with a minimum of5 years' of experience with a BS, 3 years' of experiencewith a MS, or 0 years' of experience witha PhD.

- Current Secret clearance is required. Current TS/SCI with polygraph is desired.

- Moderate proficiency in common engineering /office tools (including MathCad, MatLab, FEA, MS Office) and analytical techniques including: basic structural, thermal and machine design.

- Proficiency with 3D CAD programs such as NX and knowledge of engineering drawing development.

- Good written and verbal communication skills, and the ability to work both independently and as a member of a multidisciplinary team in a fast paced environment

Preferred Qualifications:

In addition to the basic qualifications, specific experience in design and/or analysis supporting ocean engineering,naval architecture or marine engineering, including structures, material sciences, and mechanical systems packaging fordeep ocean applications.

- Leadership and/or project management experience is desired.

Clearance:Current TS/SCI with poly

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