Tool Designer

Northrop Grumman, Space Systems, is seeking a Tool Designer to join our team.  This position will be supporting the Propulsion Systems Division at our facility located in Magna, Utah location.

We are excited for you to join our team of qualified and diverse individuals.  Our domain provides work that contributes to the latest advancements being made in the missile defense industry.

Candidate will be responsible for the concept, design, fabrication drawings, fabrication support for tooling and equipment for Solid Rocket Motor applications.

Roles and Responsibilities:

• Create 3D models and 2D drawings to be used in the manufacturing of new tooling, to support the production of rocket motors.

• Create effective and safe equipment that is used to manufacture, test, qualify, and transport rocket motors or rocket motor components. 

• Interface with review team to assure customer satisfaction with design

• Work alongside the manufacturing team to ensure overall program quality, delivery, and cost objectives are achieved  

• Work with internal Customers to concept needed support equipment for new and existing programs

• Developing tooling concepts, creating/reviewing, and improving manufacturing processes to meet Customer requirements

• Work closely with Tool Engineers to create models and final drawings.

• Understand/monitor cost and schedule

• Review engineering drawings and designs for manufacturability

• Inspect tool configuration for drawing compliance, including fit, form and function

Basic Qualifications:

This position can be filled at either a level 01 or level 02.

Basic Qualifications for a level 01

• BS - Mechanical Design or Technical field or Associates Degree in Mechanical Design or Technical field with 2 years technical experience or High School and 5 years relevant experience in design and fabrication of special tooling and related equipment.

• Demonstrated ability to evaluate vendor and equipment capability and ability to perform required tasks to include production of tooling as well as unique aerospace part production.

• CAD modeling and drafting experience. 

Preferred Qualifications:

• Siemens NX/Teamcenter experience

Basic Qualifications for a level 02

• BS - Mechanical Design or Technical field plus 2 years experience or Associates Degree in Mechanical Design or Technical field with 4 years technical experience or High School and 7 years relevant experience in design and fabrication of special tooling and related equipment.

• Demonstrated ability to evaluate vendor and equipment capability and ability to perform required tasks to include production of tooling as well as unique aerospace part production.

• CAD modeling and drafting experience. 

Preferred Qualifications:

• Siemens NX/Teamcenter experience

Additional Requirements

Strong candidates for this position will possess:

• Desire and passion to design and create support tooling/equipment.

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

• Strong organizational skills in managing time, projects, and resources.

• Technical attention to detail.

• Design for manufacturability

• Knowledge and application of GD&T (ASME Y14.5-2018).

• Knowledge and application of drawing weld symbols and application of AWS (American Weld Society) specifications.

• Knowledge of applicable OSHA Safety Standards.

• Ability to 3D model tool designs using Siemens NX/Teamcenter with a strong background in 2D drafting/detailing.

• Ability to work in an office, team environment.

• People with hands-on mechanical aptitude and knowledge of manufacturing methods excel in this position.

Position Benefits:

As a full-time employee of Northrop Grumman Space Systems, 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 and Wellness Resources

• Employee Discounts

Northrop Grumman is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action 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/AA 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.