waypointjobs

Northrop Grumman

Mechanical Design Engineer Level 4

ocean springs, MS

Check who can apply and the requirements below before continuing.

About this opportunity

Northrop Grumman lists this Mechanical Design Engineer Level 4 opportunity in ocean springs, Mississippi. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.

Job description

Relocation assistance may be available.

Clearance required for start: No.

Clearance type: Secret.

Travel: Yes, 10% of the time.

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 a trusted provider of mission‑enabling solutions for global security. Our Engineering and Sciences (E&S) organization pushes the boundaries of innovation, redefines engineering capabilities, and drives advances in various sciences. Our team is chartered with providing the skills, innovative technologies to develop, design, produce and sustain optimized product lines across the sector while providing a decisive advantage to the warfighter. Come be a part of our mission!

Northrop Grumman is seeking Mechanical Design Engineer Level 4 to join our team based out of Ocean Springs, MS. The Marine Systems organization, part of Northrop Grumman Mission Systems, is searching for Mechanical Design Engineers in support of rapid growth in the Launcher Hardware organization. You will have the opportunity to be part of an expanding team of dedicated engineers directly supporting the engineering development of innovative launcher hardware for weapons systems on a variety of Navy platforms.

Responsibilities

Develop designs concept and generate solid models that reflect those concepts

Collaborate with internal stakeholders balancing technical, schedule, and cost requirements

Conduct trade studies to select and evaluate best design approaches to fulfill requirements

Oversee the generation of engineering drawings using common GD&T practices

Identify procurement needs and support fabrication

Provide assembly checkout and test support

Generate task plans and support proposal efforts

Occasional domestic travel may be required

Qualifications

Good communication skills, both oral and written

Ability to work autonomously and in a team environment

Basic Qualifications for Level 4

Bachelor of Science degree in a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics) discipline with 8 years relevant work experience; or Master’s Degree in a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering or Math) with 6 years relevant work experience; or PhD in a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering or Math) with 3 years relevant work experience

Experience in machine design and drawing generation

Ability to plan tasks and execute to the established schedule

US citizenship required

Ability to obtain and maintain a US Government Secret Clearance

Must be onsite 4 days a week, remote work is not an option for this role.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience with CAD modeling (NX, CREO, SolidWorks, or equivalent)

Experience in ASME Y14.5 GD&T Standard and ASME Y14.100 Dimensioning, Tolerancing, and Engineering Drawing Practices

Experience in developing design concepts, performing trade studies, and conducting evaluations and analyses

Experience leading a team through design development.

Experience developing project plans and communicating plans across hybrid teams.

Strong background in machine design, strength of materials, and materials technology

Experience in technical presentation

Experience in production support

Experience in working with vendors and suppliers

An active US Government Secret clearance

Compensation and Benefits

Primary Level Salary Range: $111,700.00 - $167,500.00. The 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 Vice President or Director positions may be eligible for Long Term Incentives. In addition, Northrop Grumman provides a variety of benefits including health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, savings plan, Company paid holidays and paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business.

Northrop Grumman is an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class. For our complete EEO and pay transparency statement, please visit U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.

#J-18808-Ljbffr

Worksite address

ocean springs, MS, 39564, US

Who can apply

Review the original listing for work authorization, qualifications and employer requirements.

Ready for your next step?Apply on the official website
Apply on WhatJobs ↗

Explore related searches

Current related jobs

Arrow Electronics, Inc.

WhatJobs

Design For Test Engineer IV (IC)

san jose, CA

Hourly Rate: $112,200.00 - $170,500.00

Position: Design For Test Engineer IV (IC) Job Description: What You'll Be Doing: DFT implementation for 3nm and 5nm Networking chips, IP …

Last received from source 2026-10-08View job

Arrow Electronics, Inc.

WhatJobs

Design For Test Engineer III (IC)

san jose, CA

Hourly Rate: $95,900.00 - $170,500.00

Position: Design For Test Engineer III (IC) Job Description: What You'll Be Doing: DFT implementation for 3nm and 5nm Networking chips, IP…

Last received from source 2026-10-08View job