Principal Structural Engineer/Analyst - 15271*

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

Job summary

A leading defense contractor is seeking a Principal Structural Engineer/Analyst to join their team in California. This role involves executing structural analysis and supporting the Sentinel program, with a focus on innovative solutions and collaboration across teams. The position offers a competitive salary and robust benefits, including relocation assistance.

Benefits

Medical, Dental & Vision coverage

401k

Educational Assistance

Life Insurance

Employee Assistance Programs & Work/Life Solutions

Paid Time Off

Health & Wellness Resources

Employee Discounts

Qualifications

• 5 years of experience or 3 years with a Master’s or 4 with a PhD.
• Active DoD Secret Clearance current within the last 6 years.
• Ability to obtain and maintain SAP approval.

Responsibilities

• Executing linear and nonlinear structural analysis using ABAQUS, Ansys, and/or FEMAP.
• Generating analysis documentation artifacts and preparing CDRL for customer deliveries.
• Supporting test objective development for model verification/validation.

Skills

Communication

Static and dynamic analysis

Engineering scheduling tools

Education

Bachelor's degree in a STEM discipline

Master’s degree

PhD

Tools

ANSYS

MATLAB

MathCAD

Excel

ABAQUS

FEMAP

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.

Position Overview

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

What You’ll Get To Do:

1. Executing linear and nonlinear structural analysis scope using ABAQUS, Ansys, and/or FEMAP (w/Nastran solver).
2. Executing analysis efforts to support deployable mechanical mechanisms. This includes finite element (static, transient, buckling, modal), fatigue, random vibration, weld and bolted joint analyses.
3. Supporting test objective development for model verification/validation and qualification.
4. Generate analysis documentation artifacts and prepare CDRL for customer deliveries.
5. Support the ADP lead in analyzing mechanical equipment, components, products, and systems.
6. Drive the analysis and development of the mechanical portion of the System Integration owned by the ADPs.
7. Deliver required ADPs on time to meet program objectives.
8. Integrate System Integration ADPs with the various element teams to proactively eliminate disconnects.
9. 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.
10. Ensure the developed technical solution and ADPs meet the analysis and design requirements and product specifications from the various element/configured item specifications.
11. Recommend actions to representatives for coordinated product solution.
12. Support digital transformation initiatives relating to ADP development and release.

Benefits

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

Work Schedule and Relocation

This position follows a 9/80 schedule, allowing employees to take every other Friday off. This role may offer a competitive relocation assistance package.

Qualifications

You’ll Bring These Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in a STEM discipline with 5 years of experience, or 3 years with a Master’s, or 4 with a PhD.
• Must be a US Citizen with an active DoD Secret Clearance current within the last 6 years.
• Ability to obtain and maintain SAP approval.
• Experience with Microsoft Office, MS Project, and engineering scheduling tools.
• Experience with static and dynamic analysis, ANSYS, MATLAB, MathCAD, or Excel.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Advanced proficiency with ABAQUS, FEMAP, ANSYS.
• Experience with structural testing, seismic analysis, missile programs, NX 3D models, and CPLM.
• Strong leadership, decision-making, and customer interaction skills.
• Experience working in Agile environments and with JIRA.

Salary Range

$95,300.00 - $165,500.00, depending on experience and qualifications.

Additional Information

Benefits include health insurance, life and disability insurance, savings plan, paid holidays, and PTO. The application period is approximately 20 days from posting, subject to change. Northrop Grumman is an Equal Opportunity Employer. U.S. Citizenship is required for positions with a government clearance.