Mechanical Engineer

Job Description

Location:: Houston, TX, USA

Visa Status:: Any work visa (Visa sponsorship available)

Salary::$62000

Duration:: Contract

Job Description:

 

• This position will support the development, build, and test validation of ruggedized electronic equipment for military applications. The candidate will work within the Mechanical & Optical Technology organization. It is a high performing organization that values its employees and has a strong sense of purpose tied to the vision of Northrop Grumman: To be the most trusted provider of systems and technologies that ensure the security and the freedom of our nation and its allies. The candidate will be able to grow personally and professionally in an ethical and inclusive environment, while being an important part of a great team. 
• The team is seeking a mechanical engineer to apply and expand their experience in hardware design, analysis, documentation, and integration of electro-mechanical systems. 
• Strong communication skills are required for success in all phases of the role. The engineer will serve on engineering teams, interfacing heavily with other mechanical engineers and analysts, as well as engineers from related disciplines, program management, manufacturing, and supply chain. 
• The engineer will be exposed to multiple subjects within the mechanical engineering discipline such as: opto-mechanical design, thermal and structural analysis, mechanism design, printed wiring board design, material selection, metal fabrication techniques, support to build/integration, and environmental testing. These skills will be applied at all phases of the product life cycle, including requirements analysis, concept definition, detailed design, production, and test. The engineer will be expected to present their design solutions and analysis during internal and external design reviews, document the design through drawing generation and release, provide factory and supplier support, and support change incorporations. 

Qualification::

•  Exposure to 3D CAD Tools (Siemens NX is preferred) and product data management tools 
•  Strong written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills 
•  Strong organization skills with ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously 
•  Detail oriented with enthusiasm for continual learning 
•  Ability to work in a team environment