Structural Design Engineer / Principal Structural Design Engineer

0090 CORP-Corporate Office; United States; On-site; USD 79,000 - 119,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

Annual bonus

Job summary

Northrop Grumman Aeronautics Systems is seeking a Structural Design Engineer (Level 2) or Principal Structural Design Engineer (Level 3) in Clearfield, UT. You will contribute to air vehicle and subsystems design, using NX for 3D CAD and Teamcenter PLM to manage product data.

Requires a STEM degree and up to 5 years of related experience, with the ability to obtain a US Secret clearance. Strong problem solving and independent work skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in STEM and 2 years of related experience; or Master’s Degree with 0 years.
• Professional experience in design and 3D CAD modeling.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a US Government Secret clearance.

Responsibilities

• Develop solutions to difficult problems that are thorough, imaginative, practical, and consistent with objectives.
• Designs, researches, and develops engineering product definition across product life cycle.
• 2D and 3D Model Based Design (MBD) using NX.
• Collaborate with team to support programmatic goals and schedule.
• Knowledge and use of GD&T and tolerance stacks.
• PLM using Teamcenter.

Skills

3D CAD modeling

Teamcenter PLM

NX

GD&T knowledge

Problem solving

Independent work

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in STEM

Master’s Degree in STEM

Tools

NX

Teamcenter PLM

Job description

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance 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. Northrop Grumman Aeronautics Systems sector is seeking a Structural Design Engineer (Level 2) / Principal Structural Design Engineer (Level 3) to join our team of qualified, diverse individuals in defining the future. This position will be located in Clearfield, UT. In this role, you will be involved in any number of products including air vehicles, subsystems, equipment, ground support, tooling, modifications, testing, interface control, requirements, process improvement, etc. The ideal candidate communicates clearly with teammates and stakeholders, brings a high level of energy and ownership to their work, and thrives in a collaborative, dynamic team environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop solutions to difficult problems that are thorough, imaginative, practical, and consistent with objectives.
• Designs, researches, and develops engineering product definition that could include all phases of the product life cycle from preliminary design to sustainment.
• 2D and 3D Model Based Design (MBD) utilizing software packages such as NX.
• Work in a dynamic team environment to support programmatic goals and schedule.
• Knowledge and use of GD&T and tolerance stacks.
• Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) utilizing software packages such as Teamcenter.
• Critical thinking and personal organizational skills to capture and complete a design that meets all engineering requirements.
• Design Collaboration Methodology (DCM): work closely with key stakeholders throughout the design process to accomplish design completeness in a timely manner.
• Task planning, conducting technical peer reviews, and mentoring junior engineers.

Basic Qualifications

• Structural Design Engineer (Level 2) Must have a Bachelor’s Degree in a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, or Math) discipline and 2 years of related professional/military experience in Design, Mechanical, Structural, or Manufacturing Engineering; OR a Master’s Degree in a STEM discipline and 0 years of related professional/military experience in Design, Mechanical, Structural, or Manufacturing Engineering.
• Must have the ability to obtain and maintain a US Government Secret clearance and Special Access Program (SAP) within a reasonable amount of time as determined by business needs.
• Professional experience in design and 3D CAD modeling
• Able to work independently with minimal direction, exercising sound judgment and proactive problem-solving
• Principal Structural Design Engineer (Level 3) Must have a Bachelor’s Degree in a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, or Math) discipline and 5 years of related professional/military experience in Design, Mechanical, Structural, or Manufacturing Engineering; OR a Master’s Degree in a STEM discipline and 3 years of related professional/military experience in Design, Mechanical, Structural, or Manufacturing Engineering; OR a Ph.D. in a STEM discipline and 1 year of related professional/military experience in Design, Mechanical, Structural, or Manufacturing Engineering.
• Must have the ability to obtain and maintain a US Government Secret clearance and Special Access Program (SAP) within a reasonable amount of time as determined by business needs.
• Professional experience in design and 3D CAD modeling
• Able to work independently with minimal direction, exercising sound judgment and proactive problem-solving

Preferred Qualifications

• Active Secret or higher security clearance
• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering
• 3 years of 3D CAD modeling experience
• Experience with NX 3D modeling
• Experience with TeamCenter PLM
• Fundamental GD&T knowledge and tolerance stack‑up analysis experience
• Ability to provide technical solutions to a wide range of complex, difficult problems, delivering imaginative, thorough, and practical solutions that are consistent with organizational objectives

Primary Level Salary Range: $79,300.00 - $118,900.00

Secondary Level Salary Range: $98,400.00 - $147,600.00

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.

We are a pioneering company. With careers across all areas: air, cyber, land, sea and space – our 90,000 employees work as one to defend and define the future. Northrop Grumman careers and internships are as varied as your interests, with a lifetime of potential that will give you every opportunity to do your best work. Working together with people from many backgrounds, personal passions and disciplines, we share a drive to push the boundaries of science, technology and engineering to meet the ever evolving needs of our customers worldwide.