Principal Landing Gear Engineer

9 hours ago

Melbourne, Florida, United States Northrop Grumman Full time
Job Summary

We are seeking a highly skilled Principal Landing Gear Engineer to join our team at Northrop Grumman. As a key member of our engineering team, you will be responsible for designing and developing advanced landing gear systems for our aircraft.

Key Responsibilities
  • Design and develop landing gear systems, including shock struts, wheel and tire selection, and braking systems.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate landing gear systems with other aircraft sub-systems.
  • Develop and maintain technical specifications, supplier procurement specifications, and supplier Statements of Work (SOWs).
  • Provide technical guidance and support to suppliers and internal teams.
  • Participate in technical exchange meetings and program milestone reviews.
Requirements
  • Bachelor's degree in a STEM field and 8 years of engineering experience, or Master's degree and 6 years of experience.
  • Prior experience with aircraft landing gear systems and landing gear design.
  • Prior experience with 3D Computer Aided Design (CAD) software applications.
  • Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD secret clearance and Special Access Program (SAP) clearance.
Preferred Qualifications
  • Masters degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering or related discipline.
  • Active DoD secret clearance.
  • Expert knowledge of landing gear design, including landing gear placement, loads and preliminary sizing, shock struts, wheel and tire selection, braking systems, retraction and locking systems, and landing gear door sequencing mechanisms.
  • Experience with Siemens NX CAD application, including NX Motion module.
  • Familiarity with development of landing gear doors, door actuation and door locks, as well as the development of in-flight door opening mechanisms.
  • Familiarity with industry standard software application tools such as Microsoft Office, Adobe Acrobat, etc.
  • Prior experience in leading a team of engineers.
  • Prior experience in coordinating with multiple Integrated Product Teams (IPTs) within a dynamic program environment.
  • Experience with suppliers and supplier coordination.
About Northrop Grumman

Northrop Grumman is a leading global aerospace and defense technology company. We are committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce and are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We offer a competitive salary and benefits package, as well as opportunities for professional growth and development.

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