Principal / Sr. Principal Structural Design Engineer - 15227

Northrop Grumman; Redondo Beach (CA); On-site; USD 95,000 - 166,000; Full time

Job summary

Northrop Grumman is seeking a Principal Structural Engineer/Sr Principal Structural Engineer to support the Sentinel program. This role involves executing structural analysis, supporting mechanical systems, and ensuring technical solutions meet specifications. The position offers competitive salary and benefits, including relocation assistance.

Benefits

Medical, Dental & Vision coverage

401k

Educational Assistance

Life Insurance

Paid Time Off

Employee Discounts

Qualifications

• 5 years experience for Principal level, 8 years for Sr Principal.
• Must have active DoD Secret Clearance.
• Experience using Microsoft Office and Engineering Scheduling tools.

Responsibilities

• Execute linear and nonlinear structural analysis using ABAQUS, ANSYS.
• Support mechanical systems analysis and development.
• Generate analysis documentation and prepare CDRL for customer deliveries.

Skills

Structural Analysis

Finite Element Analysis

Dynamic Analysis

Static Analysis

Technical Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in a STEM discipline

Master's degree in a STEM discipline

PhD in a STEM discipline

Tools

ABAQUS

ANSYS

FEMAP

MATLAB

MathCAD

Job description

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 **Principal** **Structural** **Engineer /** **Sr** **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_ Principal Structural Engineer _level (T0_ _3) or_ Sr Principal Structural Engineer _level (T0_ _4_ _)_ .

**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; 4 years of experience with PHD

**Sr** **Principal Structural Engineer** :

+ Bachelor's degree in a Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) discipline from an accredited university and 8 years of experience, or 6 years of experience with a Master's degree; 4 years of experience with PHD

**Required for Both Levels:**

+ Must be a US Citizen with an active DoD Secret Clearance, at time of application, current and within scope, with an investigation date within the last 6 years

+ 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

+ Proficient Post-processing using MATLAB, MathCAD, or EXCEL

+ Proficient writer and able to verbally communicate technical content

**These Qualifications Would be Nice to Have:**

+ Proficient writer and able to verbally communicate technical content

+ Advanced or expert 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

+ Strong oral and written communication skills, including demonstrated experience with high value customer presentations, with ability to focus on multiple projects with competing priorities.

+ Demonstrated experience in making sound decisions in uncertain and difficult situations.

+ Strong sense of urgency and work ethic in ensuring engineering meets customer and program expectations in a timely and efficient manner.

+ Experience in leading/supporting a development engineering team.

+ Demonstrated experience working with customers to ensure project success.

+ Experience in performing in an Agile environment and knowledge/understanding of JIRA.

Salary Range: $95,300.00 - $165,500.00Salary Range 2: $118,600.00 - $206,000.00

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.