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Structural Design Engineer/Principal Structural Design Engineer -#15272

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available

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 Defense Systems is seeking a Structural Engineer / Principal Structural Engineer. This position is located in Roy, UT or Manhattan Beach, CA and supports the Sentinel program. 

What You’ll Get To Do: 

  • Executing linear and nonlinear structural analysis scope using ABAQUS, Ansys, and/or FEMAP (w/Nastran solver). 

  • Executing analysis efforts to support deployable mechanical mechanisms. This includes finite element (static, transient, buckling, modal), fatigue, random vibration, weld and bolted joint analyses. 

  • Supporting test objective development for model verification/validation and qualification. 

  • Generate analysis documentation artifacts and prepare CDRL for customer deliveries. 

  • Support the ADP lead in analyzing mechanical equipment, components, products, and systems. 

  • Drive the analysis and development of the mechanical portion of the System Integration owned by the ADPs. 

  • Deliver required ADPs on time to meet program objectives. 

  • Integrate System Integration ADPs with the various element teams to proactively eliminate disconnects. 

  • Identify gaps and holes within the analysis and/or requirements and provide a path forward for resolution that is cost effective, innovative, and has minimal impact to others while filling the gap/hole. 

  • Ensure the developed technical solution and ADPs meet the analysis and design requirements and product specifications from the various element/configured item specifications. 

  • Recommend actions to representatives for coordinated product solution. 

  • Support digital transformation initiatives relating to ADP development and release.  

 

As a full-time employee of Northrop Grumman Defense Systems, you are eligible for our robust benefits package including:  
- Medical, Dental & Vision coverage  
- 401k  
- Educational Assistance  
- Life Insurance  
- Employee Assistance Programs & Work/Life Solutions  
- Paid Time Off  
- Health & Wellness Resources  
- Employee Discounts 

 

This positions standard work schedule is a 9/80. The 9/80 schedule allows employees who work a nine-hour day Monday through Thursday to take every other Friday off. This role may offer a competitive relocation assistance package. 

 

You’ll Bring These Qualifications: 

This requisition may be filled at either the Structural Engineer level (T02) or Principal Structural Engineer level (T03). 

Structural Engineer:  

  • Bachelor's degree in a Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) discipline from an accredited university and 2 years of experience, 0 years of experience with a Master's degree 

Principal Structural Engineer 

  • Bachelor's degree in a Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) discipline from an accredited university and 5 years of experience, or 3 years of experience with a Master's degree; 1 year of experience with PHD 

Required for Both Levels: 

  • Must have the ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government DoD secret security clearance.

  • Must have the ability to obtain and maintain Special Access Program (SAP) approval within a reasonable period of time, as determined by the company to meet its business needs 

  • Experience using Microsoft (MS) Word, Excel, Power Point, MS Project and Engineering Scheduling tools or applications.

  • Experience running dynamic and static analysis 

  • Experience with ANSYS 

  • Experience Post-processing using MATLAB, MathCAD, or EXCEL

  • Experience writer and able to verbally communicate technical content 

These Qualifications Would be Nice to Have: 

  • Proficiency with  ABAQUS, FEMAP, and ANSYS 

  • Exposure to structural test applications 

  • Experience with seismic analysis (ASCE 7) 

  • Exposure to missiles program requirements & with propulsion 

  • Navigate through NX 3D models and CPLM  

  • TeamCenter CPLM experience 

Salary Range: $77,200.00 - $134,200.00Salary Range 2: $95,300.00 - $165,500.00

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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