Principal/Senior Principal Aeronautical Engineer – Landing Gear

Northrop Grumman

. Develop, design, and integrate landing gear on an advanced aircraft .

Posted 9/15/2026full-timeEl Segundo • California • United StatesSenior💰 $114,000 - $213,400 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in landing gear system design, including requirements development, integration, and supplier coordination. Proficient in 3D CAD software, particularly Siemens NX, and capable of leading engineering teams and collaborating across multiple disciplines.

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Landing Gear System Design3D Computer Aided Design (CAD)Siemens NX CADSupplier CoordinationEngineering Team Leadership

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Hard Skills

Landing Gear DesignRequirements DevelopmentFunctional Architecture CreationTrade Studies AnalysisPreliminary SizingMechanisms Design SupportIntegration of Proposed MechanismsTechnical GuidanceActivity DiagramsInterface Coordination

Soft Skills

CollaborationTechnical CommunicationProblem Solving

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft Office SuiteAdobe AcrobatSiemens NX Motion Module

Certifications & Qualifications

US Government Secret ClearanceSpecial Program Access (SAP)

Industry Keywords

Aerospace EngineeringIntegrated Product Teams (IPTs)Landing Gear SystemsShock StrutsBraking SystemsDoor ActuationIn-Flight Door Operation

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Develop, design, and integrate landing gear on an advanced aircraft
Identify existing or conceptual landing gear systems to meet requirements
Create 3D models and layouts
Perform trade studies analyzing integration of proposed mechanisms onto aircraft
Identify key driver variables affecting top-level program requirements
Support advanced aircraft design through landing gear system design, hardware selection, placement, preliminary sizing, and initial integration
Provide mechanisms design support for drive systems and door uplocks for in-flight door operation
Develop landing gear system requirements, system specifications, supplier procurement specifications, and supplier statements of work
Create functional architecture and activity diagrams in collaboration with subsystem engineering disciplines
Coordinate power, cooling, signal, and structural interfaces for landing gear systems
Serve as primary technical interface between NGAS and landing gear supplier subject matter experts
Participate in internal program, customer, and supplier technical exchange meetings and formal milestone reviews
Provide technical guidance and coordinate with aircraft configuration, structures, subsystems, and supplier management teams

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s Degree in a relevant STEM discipline with 5 years of related experience, or Master’s Degree with 3 years, or PhD with 1 year for Principal level
Bachelor’s Degree in a relevant STEM discipline with 8 years of related experience, or Master’s Degree with 6 years, or PhD with 4 years for Senior Principal level
Prior experience with aircraft landing gear systems and landing gear design
Prior experience with 3D Computer Aided Design (CAD) software applications
Familiarity with Microsoft Office Suite, Adobe Acrobat, and similar industry-standard tools
Ability to obtain and maintain a US Government Secret clearance
Ability to obtain and maintain Special Program Access (SAP)
U.S. Citizenship required for positions with a government clearance
Preferred Master’s Degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering or related discipline
Preferred expert knowledge of landing gear placement, loads and preliminary sizing, shock struts, wheel and tire selection, braking systems, retraction and locking systems, and landing gear door sequencing mechanisms
Preferred experience with Siemens NX CAD, including NX Motion module
Preferred familiarity with landing gear doors, door actuation and locks, and in-flight door opening mechanisms
Preferred prior experience leading engineering teams
Preferred experience coordinating with multiple Integrated Product Teams (IPTs)
Preferred experience with suppliers and supplier coordination

Benefits

Comp & perks

Relocation assistance may be available
Overtime eligibility may apply
Shift differential may apply
Discretionary bonus eligibility
Health insurance coverage
Life insurance
Disability insurance
Savings plan
Company-paid holidays
Paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business