Responsibilities
Contribute to the mechanical design of optical assemblies, mounts, and structures for imaging and sensing systems.
Perform Structural, Thermal, and Optical Performance (STOP) analysis and Structurally Induced Line of Sight (SILOS) analysis to ensure system performance over expected environmental and operational conditions.
Develop parametric 3D CAD models, detailed part/assembly drawings, and associated documentation.
Collaborate with optical, systems, electrical, and manufacturing engineering teams to refine requirements and ensure design feasibility and producibility.
Support environmental test planning, execution, and correlation of analysis with test results (vibration, thermal, shock, etc.).
Participate in design reviews and present technical findings and recommendations to internal and external stakeholders.
Support troubleshooting, root-cause analysis, and design updates for prototype and production hardware.
Assist with the development and maintenance of error budgets related to optomechanical performance and line-of-sight stability
Basic Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Optical Engineering, Physics, or related discipline from an accredited university and 2 years of relevant experience; or a Master’s degree and 0 years of experience
Active U.S. Government Secret security clearance at time of application, current and within scope.
Extensive experience with opto-mechanical or precision electro-mechanical design, analysis, and integration.
Familiarity with structural and thermal analysis methods and their impact on optical performance (e.g., STOP/SILOS concepts); ANSYS mechanical experience preferred
Proficiency with 3D CAD tools (e.g., CREO, NX, SolidWorks); NX experience preferred.
Experience with optical imaging systems in one or more bands (e.g., visible through LWIR) and the impacts of optical component mounting and alignment.
Knowledge of relevant industry standards (such as ISO, MIL-STD)
Strong technical communication skills, including the ability to generate clear documentation and present design/analysis results.
Preferred Qualifications
MS/PhD in Optical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Physics, or a related discipline.
Hands-on experience with STOP and SILOS modeling workflows and integration with optical design tools.
Experience with missile systems, seeker systems, or other high-reliability, environmentally challenging applications.
Previous experience with DoD missile defense programs and associated standards
Experience with EO systems including tolerance analysis, precision alignment, error budgets, and opto-mechanical design/integration.
Knowledge of configuring parametric CAD models in support of Design of Experiment (DOE).
Experience with optical design tools such as ZEMAX, Code V, and FRED.
Experience supporting hardware test campaigns and correlating analysis to measured performance.
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Primary Level Salary Range: $75,100.00 - $112,700.00
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.
