Posted:
1/21/2026, 5:33:32 AM
Location(s):
Salt Lake City, Utah, United States ⋅ Utah, United States
Experience Level(s):
Senior
Field(s):
Mechanical Engineering
Northrop Grumman Mission Systems is a trusted provider of mission-enabling solutions for global security. We have a wide portfolio of secure, affordable, integrated, and multi-domain systems and technologies. Our differentiated battle management and cyber solutions deliver timely, mission-enabling information and provide superior situational awareness and understanding to protect the U.S. and its global allies.
Northrop Grumman Mission Systems is looking for you to join our team as an Electromechanical Engineer based in Salt Lake City, UT.
The Electromechanical Engineer applies electrical, electronic and mechanical principles to components and systems, including assembly, analysis, and documentation of results; construction of developmental assemblies, sub-assemblies and components; and quality testing. Supports and participates in the design, test, modification, fabrication and assembly of prototype electromechanical systems.
What you will get to do:
Design, develop, and implement manufacturing methods and assembly instructions.
Implement Lean manufacturing techniques that are applicable to statistical process control across manufacturing environments.
Work closely with production floor supervisors, technicians, operators, and other engineering disciplines to support day-to-day activities.
Train technicians and operators on manufacturing techniques and procedures.
Lead root cause analysis and implement corrective actions on process failures.
Analysis of manufacturing yields and trends to identify and implement continuous improvement opportunities.
Interpret engineering drawings and recommend design changes to ease product manufacturability.
Provide recommendations and justification for new tooling and equipment.
Working with suppliers to ensure quality and conformance to specifications.
The ideal candidate will:
Be able to collaborate in a team environment, negotiate, and integrate different viewpoints.
Be able to prioritize and adjust tasks to accomplish the project result.
Be able to effectively present data, actions, and conclusions to management.
Possess strong written and oral communication.
Have strong organizational skills and ability to prioritize tasks.
Basic Qualifications for the Electromechanical Engineer:
Bachelor of Science in mechanical engineering, electrical engineering or related STEM discipline with a minimum of 2 years of relevant work experience.
Experience working in a manufacturing facility.
Ability to obtain a Secret clearance.
US citizenship required.
Preferred Qualifications for the Electromechanical Engineer:
Experience with data analysis software (Tableau, Matlab, Python, Excel, or others).
Experience with SolidWorks or equivalent software.
Experience interpreting mechanical drawings, GD&T knowledge.
Experience using Six Sigma and Lean Manufacturing concepts.
Experience implementing tools/processes to improve operator/production efficiency.
Hands-on manufacturing experience in assembly and fabrication.
SAP experience.
What We Can Offer You:
Northrop Grumman provides a comprehensive benefits package and a work environment which encourages your growth and supports the mutual success of our people and our company. Northrop Grumman benefits give you the flexibility and control to choose the benefits that make the most sense for you and your family.
Your benefits will include the following: Health Plan, Savings Plan, Paid Time Off and Additional Benefits including Education Assistance, Training and Development, 9/80 Work Schedule (where available), and much more!
Website: https://northropgrumman.com/
Headquarter Location: Falls Church, Virginia, United States
Employee Count: 10001+
Year Founded: 1994
IPO Status: Public
Last Funding Type: Grant
Industries: Data Integration ⋅ Manufacturing ⋅ Remote Sensing ⋅ Security ⋅ Software