Principal/Sr. Principal Tool Design Engineer Level 3/4
Company: Northrop Grumman
Location: Layton
Posted on: April 1, 2026
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Job Description:
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 is seeking a
Principal/Sr. Principal Tooling Design Engineer Level 3/4 is
responsible for providing designs for industrial machinery and
equipment, tools, dies, gauges, jigs, fixtures, and machine
attachments required for production or experimental use,
considering such factors as accessibility, economy, mobility, and
performance requirements. Duties and Responsibilities include but
are not limited to to following: Create 3D models and 2D drawings
to be used in the manufacturing of new tooling in support of
various programs. Create effective and safe designs that are used
to manufacture, test, qualify, and transport product. Schedule and
run 30/60/90% Design Reviews to ensure customer satisfaction
throughout the design cycle. Work with internal Customers to
conceptualize and design support equipment for new and existing
programs. Work closely with other Tool Engineering functions to
provide designs on time and within budget. Understand and monitor
budget and schedule for own tasks. Review Engineering drawings and
designs for manufacturability. This req can be filled at either
Level 3 or Level 4 depending on qualification below Basic
Qualifications: Principal Tooling Engineer Level 3: Bachelors in
STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering or Math) with 4 years of
experience in the following engineering fields; Mechanical, Design,
Tooling, Manufacturing, Die, Product, Mechanical or similar OR
Masters in STEM with 3 years of experience in mentioned fields OR
PhD In STEM field with 0 years of experience. Active DoD Clearance
required to apply Ability to obtain and maintain Special Program
Access (PAR) Experience with Solid modeling experience or similar
(NX Preferred) Experience with manufacturing processes Experience
written and oral communication skills Experience with 2D drawing
preparation Experience with GD&T practice and implementation
Principal Tooling Engineer Level 4: Bachelors in STEM (Science,
Technology, Engineering or Math) with 8 years of experience in the
following engineering fields; Mechanical, Design, Tooling,
Manufacturing, Die, Product, Mechanical or similar OR Masters in
STEM with 6 years of experience in mentioned fields OR PhD In STEM
field with 4 years of experience. Active DoD Clearance required to
apply Ability to obtain and maintain Special Program Access (PAR)
Experience with Solid modeling experience or similar (NX Preferred)
Experience with manufacturing processes Experience written and oral
communication skills Experience with 2D drawing preparation
Experience with GD&T practice and implementation Preferred
Qualifications Knowledgeable and demonstrated experience with NX
modeling Structural Analysis experience is a plus (FEA and hand
calculations) Mechanical Design and Assembly Experience with
managing small to medium size design projects Primary Level Salary
Range: $89,400.00 - $134,200.00 Secondary Level Salary Range:
$111,700.00 - $167,500.00 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.
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