Senior Principal Engineer Aeronautical

3 days ago


San Diego, California, United States Northrop Grumman Full time
Job Title: Senior Principal Engineer Aeronautical

Northrop Grumman Aeronautics Systems is seeking a highly skilled Senior Principal Engineer Aeronautical to join the Air Vehicle Subsystems team, specifically the Landing Gear, Brakes & Hydraulics group.

Job Summary:

The successful candidate will be responsible for leading the design, development, and qualification of landing gear, brakes, and hydraulic subsystems for aircraft. This includes working with manufacturing, production, testing, and sustainment teams to ensure the delivery of high-quality products.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Lead the design and development of landing gear, brakes, and hydraulic subsystems
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure successful product delivery
  • Develop and maintain technical documentation and specifications
  • Conduct failure analysis and root cause identification
  • Support production and testing activities
Requirements:
  • Bachelor's degree in a STEM field with a minimum of 8 years of experience or Master's degree in a STEM field with a minimum of 6 years of experience
  • Ability to obtain a U.S. Government security clearance
  • Strong technical background and understanding of aircraft systems
  • Excellent communication and leadership skills
Preferred Qualifications:
  • Experience with aircraft production and logistics
  • Knowledge of landing gear, brakes, and hydraulic systems design and development
  • Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
What We Offer:

Northrop Grumman offers a competitive salary range of $107,300 - $160,900 and a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, life and disability insurance, and a savings plan. Employees may also be eligible for a discretionary bonus and long-term incentives.

Northrop Grumman is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We welcome applications from qualified candidates and are proud to be a part of the aerospace and defense industry.



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