Opto-Mechanical Engineer - Level 2

This position is located onsite in Redondo Beach, CA. Relocation assistance may be available. An active Top Secret clearance is required for start; candidates must have active SCI access at the time of application or an active Top Secret clearance with the ability to obtain SCI access prior to the start date. Travel is required, approximately 10% of the time.

About the role

Northrop Grumman's Space Sector is seeking an Opto-Mechanical Engineer - Level 2 to join the Vehicle Engineering Directorate within Western Region Engineering. 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 culture thrives on intellectual curiosity, cognitive diversity, and bringing your whole self to work — we have an insatiable drive to do what others think is impossible.

Responsibilities

• Perform opto-mechanical engineering on multiple projects through all phases of development and manufacturing
• Conduct technical specifications, conceptual designs, trade studies, detail designs, procedures, assembly, testing, and reports
• Assist with technical data packages including fabrication, source control, and assembly drawings in accordance with internal drawing standards
• Perform engineering analysis to validate design solutions with respect to technical performance, environmental durability, manufacturability, schedule, and cost
• Support the on-time execution of development programs by proactively mitigating risks and pursuing opportunities
• Assist with internal design reviews, provide, and incorporate feedback from reviewers and management
• Employ strong interpersonal and communication skills while contributing to an integrated product team
• Demonstrate accountability to obtain results and contribute to organizational objectives

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in a STEM discipline with 2 years of relevant experience or Master’s degree in a STEM discipline
• Experience with electromechanical, opto-mechanical, or mechanisms design
• Experience with Creo, Solidworks, NX, or CATIA V5/3D CAD software

Preferred Qualifications

• M.S. degree in Mechanical Engineering or related STEM technical discipline
• Experience with the design, development, analysis, and verification of opto-mechanical, mechanized, or electro-mechanical products
• Proficiency with Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerance (GD&T)
• Experience working on Special Access Programs
• Active U.S. Government TS/SCI clearance

Pay

Primary salary range: $91,800.00 - $137,600.00. The above range represents a general guideline; base salary offers consider factors such as scope and responsibilities of the position, 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.

Benefits

• Health insurance coverage
• Life and disability insurance
• Savings plan
• Company-paid holidays
• Paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business