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# 2026 Associate Design Engineer/Design Engineer - Promontory UT

- **Company:** Northrop Grumman
- **Location:** Corinne, UT, United States
- **Experience:** Starter
- **Salary:** $59,900.0 - $89,900.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** 3d Models, Adobe InDesign, Systems Engineering, Configuration Management
- **Published:** July 23, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.clearancejobs.com/jobs/9051171/2026-associate-design-engineerdesign-engineer-promontory-ut

## About the Role

* Be completing or has completed their Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution
 * Be majoring in or having majored in Design Technology, Mechanical Engineering Technology, or related STEM field
 * Be able to obtain a U.S. Government security clearance (U.S. citizenship is a pre-requisite)
 * The ability to obtain Special Access Program within a reasonable period of time, as determined by the company to meet its business needs, * Be completing or has completed their Master's degree from an accredited institution
 * Be majoring in or having majored in Design Technology, Mechanical Engineering Technology, or related STEM field
 * Be able to obtain a U.S. Government security clearance (U.S. citizenship is a pre-requisite)
 * The ability to obtain Special Access Program within a reasonable period of time, as determined by the company to meet its business needs

 * Have an overall cumulative GPA of 3.00/4.0 or higher
 * Hands-on experience with 3D CAD tools (e.g., NX, or similar).
 * Coursework or project experience in mechanical drafting, 3D modeling, and PMI / Model-Based Definition (MBD).
 * Familiarity with dimensioning and tolerancing standards (e.g., ASME Y14 series) and basic GD&T concepts.
 * Experience working with manufacturing, machining, or fabrication (shop, lab, or project environment).
 * Strong attention to detail and ability to produce clear, accurate product definition data.

## Description

* Create and update 3D CAD models and assemblies for propulsion components and hardware.
 * Develop and maintain PMI / Model-Based Definition, including dimensions, tolerances, notes, and other manufacturing information applied directly to 3D models.
 * Generate and revise associated engineering drawings and specifications as needed to support manufacturing, inspection, and test.
 * Ensure design geometry is correct, fully constrained, and functions properly within higher-level assemblies (fit, form, clearance, and interfaces).
 * Apply dimensioning and tolerancing practices (including GD&T) in accordance with applicable standards and company design guidelines.
 * Collaborate with mechanical, manufacturing, and systems engineers to ensure design manufacturability, assembly, inspection, and testing requirements are met.
 * Support the fabrication and assembly of prototypes and production hardware by addressing drawing/model questions and incorporating feedback from the factory floor.
 * Prepare and process engineering change orders for drawings, models, and specifications, maintaining accurate configuration control.
 * Adhere to design standards, checklists, and quality practices for product definition data.


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