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CLEARANCE TYPE: None

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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’s Space Sector is seeking a Mechanical Designer  – Level 3 to join our team in Charlotte, NC. This position is 100% onsite and cannot accommodate telecommute work.

  

An organization within Northrop Grumman: SYNOPTICS is the world-wide leader in the growth, fabrication, and coating of crystalline materials used in laser systems. These “solid-state” laser crystals are used in products ranging from medical lasers to military laser systems.

The Charlotte facility has been operating for over 60 years in the laser industry and has developed the reputation of providing the highest quality products with timely deliveries.

Within the facility, solid-state oxide and fluoride crystals are grown from a high-temperature melt. SYNOPTICS has full optical fabrication capabilities for various plano and spherical geometries. SYNOPTICS serves the photonics and optics industry across the globe.

Learn more about SYNOPTICS at our website: https://www.northropgrumman.com/space/synoptics/.

In this job, you will:

Convert internal customers’ sketches, concepts, and ideas into detailed, accurate CAD drawings suitable for machinists while maintaining internal engineering drawing standards.

Update and maintain CAD network/library of drawings for current and past jobs.

Act as the primary link between internal stakeholders and machinists to ensure clear communication of requirements, priorities, and timelines.

Oversee and manage the job scheduling system to ensure efficient workflow in the machine shop, prioritizing jobs based on deadlines, material availability, and customer needs.

Continuously track job progress and provide updates to all relevant parties.

Oversee the ordering and inventory of materials, tools, and consumables to maintain optimal stock levels and support uninterrupted workflow.

Source and evaluate suppliers to optimize material and tool procurement.

Develop, implement, and maintain a shop 5S plan to ensure a clean, organized, and efficient working environment.

Oversee shop equipment maintenance and coordinate with vendors for machine repairs if/when necessary.

Assist the facilities team when additional resources are needed for critical infrastructure projects.

  

Basic Qualifications:

An Associate of Science degree is required, preferably with coursework in an engineering or technical field and 4 years of experience or 6 years in lieu of degree   

No clearance required to start

Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and schedules in a fast-paced environment.

Excellent communication skills to effectively collaborate with machinists, stakeholders, and vendors.

Familiarity with machining processes, materials, and manufacturing capabilities to create practical designs.

Experience using 3D printers and associated software for creating prototypes and end products.

Proficiency in maintaining job schedules and tracking project progress.

Self-motivated with problem-solving skills and a proactive approach to improving workflows.

 Preferred Qualifications:  

Familiarity with industrial machines, including their operation, upkeep, and maintenance requirements.

A minimum of 4 years of hands-on experience with Autodesk Inventor, specializing in creating detailed and accurate technical drawings designed for manufacturability.

Extensive experience in applying geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T) principles to support manufacturing processes.

Curious about all the exciting developments with the Northrop Grumman Space Sector? Click the link below:

https://www.northropgrumman.com/space

Working at Northrop Grumman is more than just a paycheck. We offer a comprehensive Total Rewards and benefits package designed to help you thrive at work and in life. For more information on our Total Rewards package, please visit our Total Rewards site.

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Primary Level Salary Range: $69,300.00 - $115,500.00

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.

The application period for the job is estimated to be 20 days from the job posting date. However, this timeline may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates.

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 http://www.northropgrumman.com/EEO. U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.