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Associate Engineer Tool Design

Associate Engineer Tool Design

CompanyNorthrop Grumman
LocationBiloxi, MS, USA
Salary$58200 – $87200
TypeFull-Time
DegreesBachelor’s
Experience LevelEntry Level/New Grad, Junior

Requirements

  • Bachelor of Science in a STEM related field with experience in drafting, tool design, engineering experience
  • Ability to understand, read, and apply GD&T to a blueprint
  • Experience in Catia, NX or equivalent design software, and ASME Y 14.5 in a design role
  • Must have experience with finite element analysis
  • Your ability to obtain and/or transfer and maintain the final adjudicated government Secret clearance, and any program access(es) required for the position within a reasonable period of time, as determined by the company

Responsibilities

  • Design simple to complex Tooling, Drill and Assembly Jigs, and Dies via Catia and/or NX to support production
  • Properly layout drawings using views and dimensions that are in compliance with ASME Y14.1-5 standards
  • Conceptualize designs in 3D, detail the CAD model and detail the drawings for fabrication
  • Execution of design and fabrication requirements for tools and fixtures with customers
  • Perform tolerance analysis and apply appropriate GD&T to ensure form, fit, and function
  • Conduct root cause failure investigations and implement associated corrective actions
  • Lead and assist the product development team with new product designs to ensure manufacturability, validate processes and technology
  • Perform and review FEA analyses to ensure appropriate design margins

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience designing in 3D CAD e.g. CATIA, NX, CREO etc. Has a firm understanding of GD&T and tolerance stack-up
  • Experience managing projects (Cost, schedule and technical performance). Understanding of Coordination of design and fabrication requirements for tools and fixtures with customers, both internal and external
  • Experience working hands-on in a production assembly line environment
  • Experience providing innovative techniques focused on improving product designs and tooling assemblies or equipment
  • Composite experience and process knowledge
  • Secret or Top Secret clearance preferred