Mechanical Engineering Manager 2 - 16282

Posted:
6/29/2026, 9:08:46 AM

Location(s):
Utah, United States ⋅ Roy, Utah, United States

Experience Level(s):
Senior

Field(s):
Mechanical Engineering

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available

CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: Yes

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 seeks a Mechanical Engineering Manager 2 in Roy, UT supporting Strategic Deterrent Systems (SDS) Engineering & Manufacturing.

This role may offer a competitive relocation assistance package.

What You’ll Get To Do:

The role is 20% functional homeroom management and 80% Guidance Computer Mechanical Lead, overseeing the mechanical design of the Guidance Computer (GC) within the GN&C section of SDS Design Engineering (FS BU).

Position Benefits

As a full-time employee of Northrop Grumman, 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 positions 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.

You’ll Bring These Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's degree in a Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) discipline and 8 years of related experience, or 6 years of related experience with Master's degree in a STEM discipline

  • Must have an active U.S. Government Secret security clearance at time of application, current and within scope.

  • At least 1 year of Cost Account Manager (CAM) experience, demonstrated ability to identify and track program risks and opportunities, and financial proficiency with EVMS (or a similar cost and schedule management system)

  • Minimal experience or general knowledge with the design of Printed Wiring Boards (PWBs) and Circuit Card Assemblies (CCAs) for military applications

These Qualifications Would be Nice to Have:

  • Minimum of 1 year experience leading a project and/or driving performance against cost and schedule.

  • Experience with the manufacturing of electronic systems

  • Demonstrated understanding of Lean, Agile or Six Sigma Tools.

  • Experience with specific tools available for Subcontract management associated with the terms and conditions of the Subcontract (Award Fee/incentive fee flow downs, supplier assessment/evaluation, Corrective Action Requests, Letters of Concern, etc.)

  • Experience in early design phases, to include conceptual studies, analysis of alternatives, feasibility studies, or preliminary system-level design

  • Project / Program Management skills (proposal creation, development and adherence to master plans and schedules, budget tracking, risk and opportunity management)

  • Experience with the application of Parts, Materials, and Processes (PMP) controls for high reliability military applications Experience managing and leading a team of engineers

  • Proficiency with mechanical engineering design and CAD tools like Siemens NX

  • Experience with product lifecycle management tools i.e. Siemens Teamcenter PLM

Primary Level Salary Range: $126,600.00 - $189,800.00

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.