Integration and Test Principal Aeronautical Engineer

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance 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. Northrop Grumman Space Systems is searching for a Principal Aeronautical Engineer (Level 3) to be part of our Integration and Test (I&T) team in Launch Systems, at our Chandler, AZ facility. This position will be 100% on-site in Chandler. Relocation assistance is not available. Job Responsibilities The candidate will serve as an Integration and Test Principal Aeronautical Engineer for one of our key programs, requiring the candidate to function in a dynamic multi-disciplinary environment. Daily responsibilities may require direct contact with launch vehicle flight hardware and mechanical or electrical ground support equipment. Specific duties may include: * Establish Space Systems system tools to be used for program execution * Leading/directing/performing hands-on mechanical integration work * Developing/maintaining procedures for the assembly and test of launch vehicle systems * Developing concept of operations for assembly and testing of vehicles * Incorporating hardware design changes * Documenting & dispositioning hardware discrepancies, pursuing root cause & corrective actions * Planning and scheduling day to day tasks * Constant and timely communication with other team members and leadership Basic Qualifications * Minimum Education / Experience: 5 Years with Bachelor of Science in Mechanical, Aeronautical, or Aerospace Engineering or qualifying discipline; 3 Years with Master of Science in Mechanical, Aeronautical, or Aerospace Engineering or qualifying discipline. * Candidate must have the ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government security clearance * Experience with aerospace standards/guidelines * Experience with MES, or other digital work instruction platform * Experience working with operational hazards such as propulsive devices, pressurized systems, overhead lifting, and high voltage systems * Hands-on mechanical integration experience * Ability to travel 10–20% domestically and internationally; valid U.S. passport required Your Distinct Strengths: * Ability to innovate and lead digital transformation efforts * Ability to work at a fast pace, while multi-tasking, and still communicate effectively * Ability to work in a team environment, and lead small projects or teams * Strong written and verbal communication skills Preferred Qualifications * Prior launch vehicle integration and test experience * Prior launch campaign experience * Former/current ME/AE lead on other LV programs, or other similar programs * Experience with external customer interfacing including meetings, presentations & negotiations * Extensive experience with aerospace standards/guidelines * Extensive experience with MES, or other digital work instruction platform * Extensive experience working with operational hazards such as propulsive devices, pressurized systems, overhead lifting, and high voltage systems Curious about all the exciting developments with the Northrop Grumman Space Sector? Click the link...