Shelter Engineer (AHT)

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: No CLEARANCE TYPE: None 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.

Perform hands-on  field work  in support of deployed hardware systems, including installation, integration, troubleshooting, and maintenance in both CONUS and OCONUS locations. Apply strong  mechanical aptitude  to design, assemble, modify, and repair structural and mechanical components (racks, mounts, enclosures, cabling, supports) for mission hardware. Lead and support  construction-related activities  such as site layout, infrastructure walkdowns, equipment placement, cable routing, and coordination with general contractors and facilities teams. Interpret and work from mechanical drawings, construction plans, wiring diagrams, and installation work instructions to execute hardware build and installation tasks. Develop, review, and maintain  installation procedures , bill of materials, and hardware configuration documentation for fielded systems. Conduct system-level and component-level  hardware integration and checkout , including functional tests, environmental/fit checks, and verification of mechanical interfaces. Support  site surveys  and pre-installation assessments to determine structural, mechanical, and environmental requirements for new or upgraded installations. Perform  root-cause analysis  and corrective actions for mechanical and hardware issues encountered during construction, installation, or operations. Coordinate with multi-disciplinary teams (systems, RF, networking, facilities, logistics) to ensure hardware solutions meet performance, schedule, and safety requirements. Support  Basis of Estimates (BOEs)  and proposal efforts for hardware and construction work scopes, including estimating labor, materials, and travel. Prepare and deliver clear technical updates, status reports, and risk/issue documentation to program management and customers. Ensure all field and construction activities are conducted in compliance with safety standards, site requirements, and applicable regulations.

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Engineering Technology, or related discipline  and  2 years of professional experience. Or, Master’s degree with 0 years of professional experience Demonstrated  mechanical aptitude  and hands-on experience with mechanical assemblies, fasteners, structural supports, and hardware integration. Experience performing  field installations and hardware integration  at operational sites (e.g., data centers, ground stations, industrial facilities, or construction sites). Experience working from  mechanical drawings, construction plans, and wiring diagrams , and updating redlines/as-built documentation. Experience coordinating or executing  construction-related tasks , such as equipment mounting, infrastructure installation, and cable routing in building or shelter environments. Willingness and ability to travel  CONUS and OCONUS  (including remote, austere, or secure locations) for extended periods, in support of installation, test, and maintenance activities. Strong troubleshooting