Engineer Aeronautical - Level 5 : Advanced Programs Active Secret Clearance

United States-Arizona-Chandler$153k–$229kPosted Jul 22, 2026
Skip to main contentHomeProfileJob SearchApplicationsMy EventsJoin Talent NetworkSign InSingle PositionView All JobsEngineer Aeronautical - Level 5 : Advanced Programs Active Secret ClearanceUnited States-Arizona-ChandlerApply NowFind out how well you match with this jobUpload your resumeJob descriptionJob IDR10241706RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be availableCLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: YesCLEARANCE TYPE: SecretTRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the TimeDescriptionAt 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.The Mechanical & Energetics Engineering Team is hiring for a Staff Engineer Aeronautical professional reporting directly to a Senior Manager in the Mechanical and Energetics Engineering department at our Chandler, AZ location.  This role is designated to be a technical leadership role that supports the Launch Systems Business Unit Advanced Weapons Systems (AWS) Product Line. Essential Functions:Provide technical leadership and synergy across all Advanced Weapons Systems ProductsSubject Matter Expert in Missile System Mechanical Design, Integration and Testing Support Business Capture through Proposal Support to include, but not limited to material and labor estimates, technical writing, and oral presentationsWork directly with SME in Structural, Thermal, and Environments to generate technical solutions to meet complex design requirementsEstablish relationships working with key suppliers to verify hardware, and subsystems are delivered on schedule meeting technical requirementsMentor Leads, and Mid-career staffIdentify risk items early in design and help develop mitigation plansAct as delegate to Senior Manager in the Mechanical and Energetics Engineering department as neededBasic Qualifications:Bachelor’s in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, or Math) with 12 years related engineering experience, or a Master's in STEM with 10 years related engineering experience, or a PhD in STEM with 8years related engineering experienceActive US Government Secret security clearance, or higher at the time of applicationCombination of design, analysis, integration, field (launch sites), and test experienceExperience as a senior reviewer of mechanical system design, and analysis workStrong communicator, and motivated to work with a teamPreferred Qualifications:Master's, or PhD in STEMCurrent Active US Government Top Secret security clearance at the time of applicationSubject Matter Expert in multiple areas related to missile system design, analysis, and testMotivated, well-rounded, and a self-starterField experience supporting test flights of missile systems or launch vehiclesDemonstrated Problem SolverPrimary Level Salary Range: $152,900.00 - $229,300.00The above salary range represents a general guideline; however, Northrop Grumman considers a number of factors when determining base salary offers such as the scope and responsibilities of the position and the 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...

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