Principal Tooling Design Checker

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RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: No CLEARANCE TYPE: None 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. As a Tooling Designer / Checker for Northrop Grumman Propulsion Systems, you will be responsible for developing design concepts and producing efficient designs that support Northrop Grumman’s Aerospace requirements.  You will also be responsible for checking the drawings of other engineers and designers in the department for compliance with department and industry standards as well as constructability. This position will work a 9/80 schedule, with every other Friday off. In this job, you will: Review drawings and designs for manufacturability and completeness. ·    Evaluate tool designs for compliance to NG standards (IPHM, HOPS), as well as industry dimension and tolerancing standards (ASME Y14.5M-2009). ·    Evaluate design to determine manufacturability of tool design, including proper dimensioning to produce an acceptable, functional tool. ·    Evaluate design for functionality to ensure the tool will perform per user request. ·    Review design package for completeness ·    Develop tooling concepts and support Tool Engineers in developing drawings. ·    Have a working knowledge of material strengths and engineering applications to assure compliance to requirements. ·    Interface with design review teams to assure customer satisfaction with design. ·    Manage multiple projects at once and create efficient designs to meet the program cost and schedule requirements. ·    Work alongside the Tool Engineer to ensure overall program quality, delivery, and cost objectives are achieved. ·    Work with internal Customers to concept needed support equipment for new and existing programs. ·    Developing tooling concepts, creating/reviewing and improving manufacturing processes to meet Customer requirements. ·    Work closely with Tool Engineers to create final drawings ·    Understand design costs and schedules If this job description reads like it was written specifically for you, consider joining our team! Basic Qualifications: • Bachelor’s degree with 5 years of professional experience – OR – Master’s degree with 3 years of professional experience – OR – PhD with 1 year of professional experience.    • Four additional years of experience will be considered in lieu of degree with a total of 9 years experience. • Must have the ability to obtain a maintain a U.S. government security clearance. • 5 years of experience in Mechanical design. • Hands-on or working knowledge of Machining and/or Fabrication practices. • Experience with NX CAD systems or related systems • Lean Manufacturing Principles • Technical attention to detail on past projects and assignments. • Soft skills must include critical thinking, problem solving, attention to detail, and the ability to collaborate and build consensus in the work environment. • Basic computer skills should include Microsoft Office Suite and Adob

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