U103 CADD MECH DSGN DRFTR

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: No CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret TRAVEL: No 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. PRIMARY FUNCTION: Under general direction of the Engineering Drafting Manager, perform 3D CADD solid modeling, with knowledge and understanding of mechanical design principles. Develop solid models and 2D drawing. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: Use CADD software to develop concise and complex parametric solid models and drawings that meet engineering requirements. Be proficient in creation and constraint of features using a sketcher or equivalent. Communicate and collaborate effectively with engineers and drafting personnel to clarify requirements and resolve issues. Plan and prioritize work to meet multiple deadlines while maintaining organized models, files, and documentation. Incorporate design intent into the solid model by managing parent/child relationships; assigning functional relations; using simplified reps, reference sets, layer settings or similar functions to control designs. Apply drafting fundamentals including orthographic views, standard dimensioning, scaling, and correct use of English and Metric units. Prepare drafting time estimates for project based on schedule and resources. Maintain and follow work plan for project to ensure a complete design/drawing package is completed on time and within the employee resources. Follow established Engineering Change and documentation control processes. Prepare Engineering Revision Notice, and assist Design Engineering team with engineering drawing revisions and required documentation Use PLM tools (Teamcenter) to create, manage, revise, and release CADD data and associated documentation. Ensure drawing and model structure meet the requirements of engineering parts lists. Apply working knowledge of machinery and mechanical components in modeling and detailing. Perform all work to required quality standards and within agreed schedules. Maintain certification for GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing)/CADD and take and acceptably pass written tests. Performs work of equal or lower code level as required. SCOPE: Intra-department PURPOSE: To obtain information and guidance from other drafters and supervision. FREQUENCY OF CONTACT: Frequent SCOPE: Inter-department PURPOSE: To obtain and disseminate clerical or shop equipment information. FREQUENCY OF CONTACT: Limited DIRECTION OF OTHERS: Provides guidance and assistance to lower classified drafting and technical personnel, as required. DIRECTION RECEIVED: Receives assignments from supervision and/or drafting lead, and with minimal technical guidance from engineering. Work is carried to completion entirely on initiative of employee. All work is subject to normal engineering review and approval. This is a Union Represented position. BASIC QUALIFICATIONS: AA degree in drafting from an accredited college, or advanced technical training, or its equivalent in experience with 4 years of experience (Note: an additional 2 years of relevant work experience may be considered in lieu of a degree). Proficient in use of CAD (CREO and/or NX). Must satisfactorily pass the job code level examination/assessment: Minimum of 75% (combination of written and proficiency in NX CAD system) Minimum of 70% Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing fundamentals. US Citizenship required. Ability to obtain and maintain a US Government Secret clearance. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: 4 years’ experience as a CAD Mechanical Design Drafter. Must have working knowledge and understanding of GD&T, and Drawing/Drafting Standards: ANSI Y14.5M, Mil Spec, and Drafting Standard Manual. Demonstrated ability to effectively communicate with engineering and other drafting personnel; and to collaborate, coordinate, and follow project activities to completion with a high degree of accuracy. PC/Microsoft Office proficiency. Knowledge of Engineering Change process and documentation control. 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 . U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.