Propulsion Engineer - Structural and Dynamics Analyst - level 3/4

Northrop Grumman Corp.; Elkton (KY); On-site; USD 109,000 - 204,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Job summary

Northrop Grumman Defense Systems, with an Elkton, MD presence, is seeking an experienced Propulsion Engineer – Structural and Dynamics Analyst. The role focuses on developing acoustic, shock, and vibration environments to support solid rocket motor programs and component design.

The candidate will perform advanced structural dynamic analyses, prepare reports, and collaborate with internal and external customers. Level depends on demonstrated skills and experience; clearances may be required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in STEM plus years of related experience (varies by level).
• Significant experience in modeling with FEA software (ABAQUS, NASTRAN, ANSYS, FEMAP, Wave6 or equivalent).
• Programming skills in MATLAB, Simulink or Python.

Responsibilities

• Develop acoustic, shock and vibration environments and loads for design validation.
• Perform structural dynamic analysis simulation and modeling for multiple product lines.
• Prepare technical reports and presentations for internal and external customers.
• Provide system-level test support and assess test hardware and data.
• Assist design of experiments to obtain data for validation.

Skills

Matlab

Python

Communication

Team leadership

Education

Bachelor's Degree in STEM

Tools

ABAQUS

NASTRAN

ANSYS

FEMAP

Wave6

Job description

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available

CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: No

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.

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, with an office located in Elkton, Maryland is currently seeking an experienced Propulsion Engineer – Structural and Dynamics Analyst – Level 3/4 to support our Solid Rocket Motor development efforts.

Northrop Grumman Propulsion Systems and Controls (PS&C) facility in Elkton, Maryland began solid-propellant rocket operations in 1948. Today, the Elkton PS&C facility designs, develops, and produces solid-propellant propulsion and ordnance systems in programs professionally managed for a wide variety of Government and commercial customers. The facility also serves as the hub for offsite engineering and test facilities in Ronkonkoma, NY and Palm Beach Gardens, FL.

Elkton, Maryland is located on the Upper Chesapeake Bay, midway between Philadelphia and Baltimore. Discover charming small towns, parks with miles of trails, specialty and antique shops, award winning restaurants, and inns. You can hike, bike, camp, bird watch, ride horseback, or drop a fishing line. Five rivers, Chesapeake Bay and the C&D Canal can be explored by boat or by land. Experience panoramic views from Turkey Point Lighthouse on a bluff overlooking the Bay, or from the banks of the C&D Canal where ships from around the globe cruise. https://www.ccgov.org/government/tourism

Responsibilities

• Development of acoustic, shock and vibration environments and loads to support systems and component design, validation testing and structural margin verification, by applying combinations of dynamic test data and analysis.
• Perform structural dynamic analysis simulation and modeling efforts to support design activities across all Northrop Grumman, Propulsion System and Controls product lines. These simulations include development of structural/dynamic models, gridding, selection of boundary conditions and constraints, selection of applicable material properties, selection of appropriate simulation code and methodology, and performing model validation.
• Preparation of technical reports and presentations of work product to both internal and external customers.
• Provide system level test support including making technical assessments of test hardware and test data.
• Assist project team in design of experiments testing to provide necessary data to validate detailed analyses
• Form close working relationships with internal and external customer technical community and specific customer technical points of contact
• Develop analytical approaches to assist in the resolution of unique structural issues. Assist in design of test articles to provide necessary data for full scale applications

Level to be hired will depend on demonstrated skills, experience, education, and competency.

Basic Qualifications for Principal (level 3)

• Bachelor’s Degree in STEM plus at least 5 years of related experience or Master’s Degree in STEM plus at least 3 years of related experience or PhD in STEM plus at least 1 year of related experience
• Significant experience in modeling with FEA software (ABAQUS, NASTRAN, ANSYS, FEMAP, Wave6 or equivalent)
• Programming skills in Matlab, Simulink or Python
• Experience with shock and vibration testing and analysis
• Demonstrated ability to prepare and present analytical results in both oral and written formats
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, writing, presentation, and critical thinking skills
• Comfortable in team and lead roles
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office suite (Excel, Word, Power Point)
• Ability to obtain a Secret Clearance which requires US Citizenship as a pre-requisite

Basic Qualifications for Sr. Principal (level 4)

• Bachelor’s Degree in STEM plus at least 8 years of related experience or Master’s Degree in STEM plus at least 6 years of related experience or PhD in STEM plus at least 4 year of related experience
• Significant experience in modeling with FEA software (ABAQUS, NASTRAN, ANSYS, FEMAP, Wave6 or equivalent)
• Programming skills in Matlab, Simulink or Python
• Experience with shock and vibration testing and analysis
• Demonstrated ability to prepare and present analytical results in both oral and written formats
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, writing, presentation, and critical thinking skills
• Comfortable in team and lead roles
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office suite (Excel, Word, Power Point)
• Ability to obtain a Secret Clearance which requires US Citizenship as a pre-requisite

Preferred Qualifications

• Degree in Aerospace Engineering or Mechanical Engineering
• Current Active Security Clearance
• Prior experience in solid rocket motor design and analysis
• Experience using NX solid modeling software
• Strong experience developing Matlab scripts to process dynamic data
• Experience performing structural dynamics analysis on flight vehicles
• Applicable experience in performing analysis incorporating isotropic, orthotropic, hyperelastic materials, and measured damping properties in linear and non-linear dynamic analyses
• Modal test and model correlation experience
• Vibroacoustic analysis experience
• Experience with component loads development following aerospace practices
• Familiar with SMC-S-016 and/or NASA 7000 series standards
• Experience calculating fatigue damage accumulation in response to dynamic environments
• Personal poise, demonstrated ability to prepare and present analytical results in both oral and written formats
• Critical thinking skills, logical approaches, attention to detail

Primary Level Salary Range: $108,800.00 - $163,200.00

Secondary Level Salary Range: $135,800.00 - $203,600.00

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.