Description Looking for an opportunity to make an impact? At Leidos, we deliver innovative solutions through the efforts of our diverse and talented people who are dedicated to our customers’ success. We empower our teams, contribute to our communities, and operate sustainable. Everything we do is built on a commitment to do the right thing for our customers, our people, and our community. Our Mission, Vision, and Values guide the way we do business. Are you ready for your next career challenge? Leidos Defense Systems Sector provides a diverse portfolio of systems, solutions, and services covering land, sea, air, space, and cyberspace for customers worldwide. Solutions for Defense include enterprise and mission IT, large-scale intelligence systems, command and control, geospatial and data analytics, cybersecurity, logistics, training, and intelligence analysis and operations support. Our team is solving the world’s toughest security challenges for customers with “can’t fail” missions. Leidos’ Defense Systems Rapid Integration and Prototyping Department is seeking a Mechanical Design Engineer to join our team. You will get the opportunity to design and influence important technologies for DoD customers. Your work directly impacts national defense by enhancing and providing situational awareness for service members in varied environments around the world. Primary Responsibilities • The successful candidate will be responsible for leading designs and working within multi-discipline teams to develop and execute challenging tasks. • The candidate will produce technical data packages including part drawings, assembly drawings, source control documents, and interface control documents per ASME Y14. Basic Qualifications • BS degree in engineering with 8+ years of experience or Masters degree with 6+ years of experience. • 8+ years of applicable experience in design and/or analysis of mechanical systems including technical data package production per ASME Y14.100 & Y14.5. • Must be able to obtain and/or maintain a Secret clearance. • Servant leadership: • Sets an example of work ethics and culture for the team • Follows through on commitments Preferred Qualifications • 4+ years of leadership experience (teams or projects) If you're looking for comfort, keep scrolling. At Leidos, we outthink, outbuild, and outpace the status quo — because the mission demands it. We're not hiring followers. We're recruiting the ones who disrupt, provoke, and refuse to fail. Step 10 is ancient history. We're already at step 30 — and moving faster than anyone else dares. Original Posting: September 16, 2025 For U.S. Positions: While subject to change based on business needs, Leidos reasonably anticipates that this job requisition will remain open for at least 3 days with an anticipated close date of no earlier than 3 days after the original posting date as listed above. Pay Range: Pay Range $104,650.00 - $189,175.00 The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.
See More Details >>RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret 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 Defense Systems is seeking a Principal Mechanical Engineer. This position is located in Huntsville, AL or Roy, UT and supports the Sentinel program. What You’ll Get To Do: • Responsible for overseeing and coordinating mechanical systems design • Evaluating mechanical systems, products, components, and applications by reviewing designs. • Ensures product quality by reviewing mechanical designs and validating that current standards are applied. • Supports the delivery of Mechanical Systems design Technical Data Packages, as-built TDPs, PDPs, interface models, and additional design artifacts • Supporting structured trade studies to evaluate alternative design solutions to resolve technical issues • Developing and presenting design change requests, coordinating with impacted internal and external stakeholders, and ensuring configuration control of the technical baseline. • Identifying risks and opportunities associated with or driven by design factors and executing handling/mitigation/capture actions to reduce risk or realize opportunities. • Developing and maturing Mechanical System designs that meet Weapon System requirements, UFC, MIL-STD, and other applicable codes and regulations. As a full-time employee of Northrop Grumman Defense Systems, you are eligible for our robust benefits package including: • Medical, Dental & Vision coverage • 401k • Educational Assistance • Life Insurance • Employee Assistance Programs & Work/Life Solutions • Paid Time Off • Health & Wellness Resources • Employee Discounts This position’s standard work schedule is a 9/80. The 9/80 schedule allows employees who work a nine-hour day Monday through Thursday to take every other Friday off. This role may offer a competitive relocation assistance package. You'll Bring These Qualifications: • Bachelor's degree in a Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) discipline from an accredited university and 5 years of experience, or 3 years of experience with a Master's degree; 1 year of experience with PHD • Must be a US Citizen with an active DoD Secret Clearance, at time of application, current and within scope, with an investigation date within the last 6 years • Must have the ability to obtain and maintain Special Access Program (SAP) approval within a reasonable period of time, as determined by the company to meet its business needs • Experience performing CAD modeling with design tools such as Siemens NX or similar • Experience performing mechanical design efforts on MILCON, major infrastructure/building projects, or Aerospace and Defense programs. • Must be proficient with Microsoft Office Suite of tools - Project, PowerPoint, Excel, Word • Ability to understand and interpret requirements These Qualifications Would be Nice to Have: • Must be able to work independently, function in a dynamic environment, and be flexible to changing direction • Excellent interpersonal, written communication, and presentation skills, including the ability to clearly and succinctly communicate complex concepts • Exposure to missiles program requirements & with propulsion • Proficient with 3D design/2D drawing CAD in NX • Proficient with PDM and/or CPLM • Proficient with GD&T and ASME Y14.5-2009 Primary Level Salary Range: $86,600.00 - $143,600.00 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.
See More Details >>Description:Space is a critical domain, connecting our technologies, our security and our humanity. While others view space as a destination, we see it as a realm of possibilities, where we can do more — we can innovate, invest, inspire and integrate our capabilities to transform the future. At Lockheed Martin Space, we aim to harness the full potential of space to cultivate innovation, reduce costs, and push the boundaries of what technology can achieve. We’re creating future-ready solutions, focusing on resiliency and urgency through our 21st Century Security® vision. We’re erasing boundaries and forming partnerships across industries and around the world. We’re advancing spacecraft and the workforce to fuel the next generation. And we’re reimagining how space can connect us, ensuring security and prosperity. Join us in shaping a new era in space and find a career that's built for you. In this role, you will have the opportunity to work with multidisciplinary engineers focused on designing and delivering Re-entry Vehicles for the Targets and Countermeasures Program (TCP). As an Engineer, you will work with a diverse work force responsible for the development, design, fabrication, testing, and delivery of hardware. Job responsibilities include: - Independently develop mechanical design solutions of varying complexity using solid models, detailed drawings, and release of engineering work products. - Review requirements from various sources (stress, dynamics, systems, thermal, manufacturing, etc.) to ensure that applicable requirements are flowed into the detailed design of assigned products. - Collaborate with peers, configuration management, and manufacturing to ensure program requirements and schedules are met. - Contribute to the completion of Program achievements by the release of accurate, error-free, affordable and producible engineering designs. The ideal candidate will have knowledge of 3D CAD Modeling in PTC CREO, Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing (GD&T), have good communications skills (both oral and written) and a background in Mechanical Engineering processes. Ability to obtain a DOD security clearance is required. Basic Qualifications: - Bachelors degree from an accredited college in a related discipline. - Mechanical design experience that includes the interpretation of engineering design drawings. - Experience with engineering CAD tools (Creo, Solid Works, I-DEAS, etc.) and model based product definition. - Understanding of mechanical engineering fundamentals including structures, mechanisms, materials and analysis. - Candidate must have good oral, written, and presentation communication skills. - Must be a U.S. Citizen and have the ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret security clearance. Desired Skills: - Ability and desire to assume ownership of tasks and drive to closure quickly and efficiently. - Experience with application of Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing (GD&T) and ASME Y14.5. - Experience with Engineering Data Product release process within the Engineering Product Data Management (EPDM) system. - Knowledge of LM Space command media. - Working knowledge of industry standards and federal regulations including ANSI, OSHA, and AWS standards applicable to mechanical systems. - Active DoD Secret security clearance Security Clearance Statement: This position requires a government security clearance, you must be a US Citizen for consideration. Clearance Level: Secret Other Important Information You Should Know Expression of Interest: By applying to this job, you are expressing interest in this position and could be considered for other career opportunities where similar skills and requirements have been identified as a match. Should this match be identified you may be contacted for this and future openings. Ability to Work Remotely: Part-time Remote Telework: The employee selected for this position will work part of their work schedule remotely and part of their work schedule at a designated Lockheed Martin facility. The specific weekly schedule will be discussed during the hiring process. Work Schedules: Lockheed Martin supports a variety of alternate work schedules that provide additional flexibility to our employees. Schedules range from standard 40 hours over a five day work week while others may be condensed. These condensed schedules provide employees with additional time away from the office and are in addition to our Paid Time off benefits. Schedule for this Position: 4x10 hour day, 3 days off per week Lockheed Martin is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified candidates will be considered without regard to legally protected characteristics. The application window will close in 90 days; applicants are encouraged to apply within 5 - 30 days of the requisition posting date in order to receive optimal consideration. At Lockheed Martin, we use our passion for purposeful innovation to help keep people safe and solve the world's most complex challenges. Our people are some of the greatest minds in the industry and truly make Lockheed Martin a great place to work. With our employees as our priority, we provide diverse career opportunities designed to propel, develop, and boost agility. Our flexible schedules, competitive pay, and comprehensive benefits enable our employees to live a healthy, fulfilling life at and outside of work. We place an emphasis on empowering our employees by fostering an inclusive environment built upon integrity and corporate responsibility. If this sounds like a culture you connect with, you’re invited to apply for this role. Or, if you are unsure whether your experience aligns with the requirements of this position, we encourage you to search on Lockheed Martin Jobs, and apply for roles that align with your qualifications. Experience Level: Experienced Professional Business Unit: SPACE Relocation Available: Possible Career Area: Mechanical Engineering Type: Full-Time Shift: First
See More Details >>Becoming a mechanical trades professional in Huntsville, AL, typically starts with an apprenticeship, which combines hands-on experience with classroom learning, allowing individuals to earn while they learn. Apprenticeships last about three to four years, requiring many hours of training under licensed professionals. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reports 601,290 mechanical engineers nationwide, with an average weekly wage of $1,458 in Huntsville, AL. Trade schools, unions, and platforms like Gild help aspiring mechanical engineers find apprenticeship opportunities, leading to a career with strong earning potential—often exceeding $108,000 annually for experienced professionals.
