Ngc
Aerospace & DefenseDirect Workday career site

Mechanical Engineer Level 2 or Level 3

Pay
$72,100 – $108,100 per year
Location
Gilbert, AZ · On-site
Job type
Full-time
Level
Senior
Experience
2+ years
Education
Bachelor's degree
Listed
29 days ago

Skills & highlights for this role

  • SCI clearance
  • integration and test
  • mechanical operations
  • test procedures
  • aerospace systems

Also useful

  • 5S/FOD
  • ESD
  • Six Sigma

Stated benefits & perks

  • Pto

Relocation Assistance

Relocation assistance may be available CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: No CLEARANCE TYPE: SCI 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's Space Sector is seeking a Mechanical Engineer

  • Level 2 or Level 3 to join our team in Gilbert, AZ. In this position as a Mechanical Engineer
  • Level 2 or Level 3 you will perform duties contributing to Integration and Test (I&T) activities for space vehicle systems and their supporting hardware. I&T Mechanical Engineers coordinate and oversee mechanical build and production operations performed by the technical staff. You could support and/or be responsible for developing test procedures, processes, support hardware designs, etc. that adhere to the requirements for the space vehicle being tested. for all I&T activities for the space vehicle being tested. This position will work a 9/80 schedule, with every other Friday off. Job responsibilities include, but are not limited, the following: Tasks may include testing space flight hardware where it is expected that the systems under test are well understood and the test constraints and hazards identified to always ensure the safety of the space flight hardware. Test results will be analyzed and determinations made by the operator to ensure that the space flight hardware is both healthy and operating as expected. You must be knowledgeable in aerospace systems, spacecraft subsystems design, or mission operations. You will be working in a team environment where the team will be responsible for all I&T activities for the space vehicle being tested Other duties as assigned If this job description reads like it was written specifically for you, consider joining our team! This position can be filled at either a Level 2 or Level 3. Basic Qualifications for Level 2: Bachelor's Degree in STEM
  • Science, Technology, Engineering, Math or related area and 2 years of related experience OR Master's Degree and 0 years of experience Requires the ability obtain and maintain an Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) clearance Experience in one or more of the following areas; integration, test, mechanical operations, or manufacturing Basic Qualifications for Level 3: Bachelor's Degree in STEM
  • Science, Technology, Engineering, Math or related area and 5 years of related experience OR Master's Degree and 3 years of experience. Experience in one or more of the following areas; integration, test, mechanical operations, or manufacturing Requires the ability to obtain and maintain an Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) clearance

Pay and benefits

Bachelor's degree or higher in Mechanical or Manufacturing Engineering Active Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) clearance Previous experience in space vehicle I&T Demonstrated ability/desire to lead a team of less experienced engineers Practical experience with 5S/FOD, ESD and Six Sigma and/or Lean manufacturing techniques Experience with design modeling and drawing efforts using 3-D modeling tools Experience with flight spacecraft testing Curious about all the exciting developments with the Northrop Grumman Space Sector?

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Northrop Grumman Total Rewards Primary Level Salary Range: $72,100.00 - $108,100.00 Secondary Level Salary Range: $89,400.00 - $134,200.00 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. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.

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From Ngc's careers page, first listed on Rolev.ai on October 12, 2026. Rolev.ai is not the employer.

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The Mechanical Engineer Level 2 or Level 3 posting at Ngc states compensation of $72,100 – $108,100 per year. It is listed as a full-time position. Final pay may depend on location, experience, and interview evaluation on Ngc's official career site.

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