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Staff Systems Engineer – Mechanical Systems Design Integrator
Northrop Grumman. Support the Sentinel Program's hardware and system modifications for ICBM Ground and Airborne Launch Control Systems, Launch Facilities, and associated infrastructure .
Core Competencies
Role fitCore Competencies
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Demonstrates expertise in Mechanical Engineering, Systems Engineering, and Product Lifecycle Management, with a strong focus on design integration and risk management. Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and mentor team members while ensuring compliance with government standards and security clearances.
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Mechanical Design PrinciplesProduct Lifecycle Management (PLM)Systems Engineering3D CAD ModelingU.S. Government DoD Secret Security Clearance
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Hard Skills
Mechanical EngineeringDesign IntegrationRequirements SpecificationsFinite Element Analysis (FEA)Geometric Dimensioning and TolerancingCPLM/Siemens TeamcenterSiemens NXSolidWorksDOORSEarned Value Management (EVM)
Soft Skills
Strong Communication SkillsDecision-MakingMentoringProblem-SolvingStrong Work Ethic
Tools & Technologies
Siemens CapitalSiemens Vis-VSA3DCS Variation AnalysisAtlassian JiraConfluence
Certifications & Qualifications
Active U.S. Government DoD Secret Security ClearanceAbility to Obtain U.S. Government DoD Top Secret Security ClearanceSpecial Access Program (SAP) Approval
Industry Keywords
ICBMAerospaceDefense SystemsEngineering DrawingInterface Control ModelComplex Engineering SystemsMaterial Review BoardAgile ManagementScrum MasterRisk Management
Tech Stack
Tools & technologiesAssembly
About the role
Key responsibilities & impact- Support the Sentinel Program's hardware and system modifications for ICBM Ground and Airborne Launch Control Systems, Launch Facilities, and associated infrastructure
- Review high-level program NX models and Interface Control Models for design gaps or issues
- Drive process and technical gap resolution for interface and requirement design solutions
- Support engineering processes and analyses across product team designs
- Support delivery of design packages in a cross-functional environment
- Coordinate between SE&I, integration, systems, and mechanical design teams
- Mentor and coach team members
- Participate in technical planning, process development and improvement, and cost and risk management
- Perform functional analysis, timeline analysis, trade studies, requirements allocation assessments, and interface definition studies
- Lead systems-of-systems integration activities, including integration test planning, problem reporting, integration event execution, and stakeholder coordination
- Assess design compatibilities across program segments and facilitate systems-of-systems interoperability
- Identify and mitigate risks and discover and handle issues across cross-segment boundaries
- Work with customer counterparts and enterprise stakeholders to achieve full-lifecycle capability effectiveness
- Work independently with minimal supervision while maintaining ethical and professional standards
Requirements
What you’ll need- Bachelor's degree in STEM with 12 years of experience; or 10 years of experience with a Master's degree in STEM; or 8 years of experience with a PhD
- Active U.S. Government DoD Secret security clearance at time of application, current and within scope, with an investigation date within the last 6 years
- Ability to obtain a U.S. Government DoD Top Secret security clearance
- Ability to obtain and maintain Special Access Program (SAP) approval
- Strong knowledge of mechanical design and design integration principles
- 2+ years of experience with Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) systems, such as CPLM/Siemens Teamcenter
- Working knowledge of systems engineering principles and processes
- 7+ years of experience in Mechanical Engineering
- 3+ years of direct development experience of mechanical interface products, including interfacing with other IPTs
- 3+ years of experience managing or executing interface products and requirement specifications
- 5+ years of experience on large-scale/complex aerospace or defense system development across multiple EMD lifecycle phases
- 3+ years of experience developing and executing Mechanical Engineering process governance documentation and/or mechanical risk management
- 2+ years of experience in team environments with technical leadership responsibilities
- 4+ years of experience developing 3D CAD models with PMI annotation using Siemens NX, Solid Edge, Pro/E, or SolidWorks
- Experience with cable routing development in NX and Siemens Capital
- Active Special Access Program (SAP) preferred
- Bachelor's and/or Master's Degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering preferred
- Working knowledge of Engineering Drawing and Modeling Manual and/or Interface Control Model Manual
- 3+ years of experience in ICBMs and past/active employment with MMIII or Sentinel Weapon Systems
- 3+ years of experience in Systems Engineering
- 5+ years of direct development experience of interface products and requirement specifications
- 1+ years of experience creating, updating, and maintaining requirements specifications in DOORS
- Knowledge of complex engineering systems, engineering standards, configuration management, material review board, process control, tooling, facilities, software, and related areas
- Strong oral and written communication skills, including customer presentation experience
- Experience executing and boarding Risks, Issues & Opportunities
- Working knowledge of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing, drawing creation, PMI, ASME Y14.5, and tolerance stack-up analysis
- Proficiency in Siemens Vis-VSA and/or 3DCS Variation Analysis or similar software
- Proficiency in Finite Element Analysis (FEA)
- Experience developing and releasing mechanical assembly, installation, and collector Product Definition Packages through Siemens Teamcenter
- Experience creating and executing schedule and technical recovery plans
- Strong work ethic, decision-making, and ability to work self-sufficiently
- Experience working across program organizations to find solutions
- Experience developing architectural diagrams
- Scrum Master experience and/or agile management tools such as Atlassian Jira and Confluence
- Earned Value Management (EVM) experience
- Experience with team leadership/management
- Experience or working knowledge in specialty fields such as Structural, Thermal, PM&P, corrosion resistance, material compatibility, building/vehicle design, or Range Safety
- U.S. Citizenship required for positions with government clearance
Benefits
Comp & perks- Relocation assistance may be available
- Medical, Dental & Vision coverage
- 401k
- Educational Assistance
- Life Insurance
- Employee Assistance Programs & Work/Life Solutions
- Paid Time Off
- Health & Wellness Resources
- Employee Discounts
- 9/80 work schedule with every other Friday off
- Competitive relocation assistance package may be offered
- Overtime eligibility may apply
- Shift differential may apply
- Discretionary bonus eligibility
- Company-paid holidays
- Disability insurance
- Savings plan