Principal/Sr Principal Electromechanical Engineer
United States-California-San Diego$114k–$213kPosted Jul 15, 2026
RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available
CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: No
CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret
TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the Time
## Description
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.
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 Mission Systems is looking for well qualified Principal/Sr Principal Electromechanical Engineers to join our team of qualified, diverse individuals within our Hardware Engineering organization. This position is located in San Diego, CA. No Remote work is available for this position.
As a member of the electromechanical team, you will get to:
* Effectively use and/or apply technical principles, theories, and concepts to assigned tasks commensurate with engineering level
* Create/review/update engineering drawings, test reports, and procedure documents for all system variants including circuit boards, cables, and mechanical features
* Generate/update/review parts lists and act as liaison with global supply chain counterparts
* Maintain configuration and compliance with applicable quality, security, and industry standards
* Collaborate with peers in adjacent functions, including electrical and RF design, systems engineering, software engineering, drafting, supply chain management, and manufacturing.
* Develop technical solutions to a variety of technical problems of moderate scope and complexity. Solutions are imaginative, thorough, practicable, and consistent with organization objectives.
* Actively participate in team discussions by offering ideas and suggestions on how we can enhance the team and/or an individual’s ability to execute tasks, improve performance, and encourage innovation
* Make good judgment design decisions regarding individual tasks. i.e. minimizing rework and maximizing reuse of existing designs
* Make efficient use of time and resources by prioritizing tasks to meet commitments
* Professionally represent the organization while interacting with internal and external contacts.
* Communicate with senior personnel on technical matters often requiring coordination between disciplines
Qualifications:
Basic Qualifications for Principal Electromechanical Engineer:
* Bachelors degree in science, engineering, or related discipline with 5 years of experience, or 3 years of experience with a Masters degree; or 1 year of experience with STEM PhD degree
* Have a fundamental understanding of heat transfer, mechanics of materials, and vibration
* Experience with...