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Northrop Grumman Systems Corporation

Engineer Structural - Level 4 - Devens

United States-Massachusetts-Devens Posted today

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About the role

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: No CLEARANCE TYPE: None TRAVEL: Yes, 25% 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. Adaptive Optics Associates – Xinetics (AOA Xinetics), a wholly-owned subsidiary of Northrop Grumman Space Systems (NGSP), is currently seeking a Structural Engineer to support our Xinetics program activities in Devens, MA.   AOA Xinetics (AOX) designs, develops, and manufactures precision, advanced optical products and systems such as deformable mirrors, optical systems, adaptive optics control systems, and silicon carbide optical structures for the U.S. Government, commercial customers, and U.S. defense prime and second-tier contractors. Markets for these technologies include terrestrial and space-based astronomy, semiconductor manufacturing, energy generation, Defense ISR, and Directed Energy. Xinetics program core technologies include Lead Magnesium Niobate (PMN) electrostrictive actuators and lightweight CeraprintTM silicon carbide optics and precision structures   Learn more about AOX at https://www.northropgrumman.com/who-we-are/aoa-xinetics        Roles and Responsibilities: • Design and documentation of opto-mechanical and electro-mechanical systems on multiple projects through all phases of development and manufacturing • Create part and assembly models, detailed drawings, and associated parts lists, in accordance with ASME Y14.5 and AOX drawing standards • Perform trade studies, design of experiments, assembly and testing of parts, components, and assemblies • Develop and execute mechanical testing and qualification plans to meet system requirements • Work closely with the chief engineer and program management to drive hardware design, working within challenging schedules • Derive system level requirements into mechanical designs • Support for root cause analysis and quick resolution of manufacturing line stops and other critical production activities • Collaborative work with other engineering organizations, program management, factory operations, global supply chain, and quality • Travel to customer and supplier sites as required Basic Qualifications:  A candidate must meet ALL of the criteria below. The candidate must: • Bachelor's degree in a STEM (Science Technology, Engineering, Mathematics) discipline with eight (8) years of relevant experience. • Demonstrated knowledge in manufacturing, design, and drawing practices including geometric dimensioning and tolerancing • Experience with Opto-mechanical systems in a manufacturing environment • Experience with test fixture design and development • Experience in CAD systems: NX CAD, SolidWorks or CREO • Experience with product lifecycle and configuration management tools • Strong communication oral and written communication skills with the ability to present complex technical information clearly • Ability to work independently as well as in a team environment • Ability to obtain and maintain a Top Secret clearance • U

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