

Mechanical Design Engineer / Principal Mechanical Design Engineer
Location
Melbourne, FL
Level
Mid-Level
Department
Defense
Type
Salary
$72,000 - $108,000
Job Description
Posted on:
2026-05-06
The Mechanical Design Engineer / Principal Mechanical Design Engineer role at Northrop Grumman involves designing, analyzing, and testing mechanical systems for military aircraft support equipment. The position requires a combination of technical expertise and collaboration with various teams to ensure project success.
Responsibilities
- Mechanical design of test, measurement, and handling equipment for military aircraft.
- Gathering data and developing requirements while interfacing with suppliers.
- Acting as a manufacturing liaison during the build process to meet quality and cost objectives.
- Developing test plans and conducting environmental testing of support equipment.
- Testing and integrating manufactured support equipment on aircraft.
- Utilizing CAD software for generating detailed engineering drawings.
- Collaborating in a fast-paced environment and occasionally traveling to demonstrate equipment.
Job Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in a STEM discipline and relevant experience in mechanical design.
- Proficiency in CAD software for engineering drawings.
- Active DoD Secret clearance or higher.
- Ability to obtain Special Access Program (SAP) clearance.
- Experience with FEA software for stress analysis (preferred).
- FAA A&P Certificate or equivalent aircraft maintenance background (preferred).
- Knowledge of GD&T standards for manufacturing drawings (preferred).




