www.govt.prolim.com Is hiring for federal client Northrup Grumman Engineer Tool 1 Interested candidate can share resume at alec.dsouza@prolim.com or call Senior Recruiter Alec at 214-764-6882
Engineer Tool 1
Location: El Segundo, California
Employment Type: Contract-to-Hire
Pay Rate: $39-$42 per hour
Position Overview
We are seeking an Engineer Tool 1 to support the Tool Design Department in El Segundo, CA. This role is responsible for the design and development of assembly and fabrication tooling used in manufacturing and production environments. The successful candidate will collaborate with engineering and production teams to create tooling solutions that support efficiency, quality, and operational performance.
This position is intended to be contracted to hire and aligns with the full-time Associate Tool Engineer role.
Key Responsibilities
- Design industrial machinery, equipment, tools, dies, gauges, jigs, fixtures, and machine attachments for production and experimental applications.
- Develop tooling solutions while considering accessibility, manufacturability, mobility, cost, and performance requirements.
- Create and maintain 3D CAD models, drawings, and engineering documentation.
- Support manufacturing and production teams with tooling implementation and troubleshooting.
- Manage tooling-related projects and coordinate activities across functional teams.
- Interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and GD&T requirements in accordance with ASME Y14.5 standards.
- Assist in the development and optimization of manufacturing processes and assembly operations.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor of Science degree in a STEM-related field.
- Experience in engineering, design, tooling, fabrication, manufacturing, or production environments.
- Experience using Siemens NX, CATIA, or similar 3D CAD software.
- Experience with project management and coordination.
- Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and GD&T requirements in accordance with ASME Y14.5.
- Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
- Ability to obtain, transfer, and maintain a U.S. Government Secret Security Clearance and any required program access.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience in an aerospace manufacturing environment.
- Experience designing or supporting aerospace tooling.
- Experience using SAP.
- Experience supporting production assembly line setup or manufacturing cost center implementation.
- Strong understanding of manufacturing processes, tooling design principles, and production operations.
Desired Skills
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
- Effective communication and collaboration skills.
- Attention to detail and commitment to quality.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
- Proficiency in engineering documentation and technical design practices.
Compensation