Structural Engineer: Advanced FEA & Thermal Analysis

0887 DS - Armament Systems; United States; On-site; USD 88,000 - 163,000; Full time

Job summary

Northrop Grumman is seeking a Structural Engineer (or Principal Structural Engineer) to advance smart armament systems. The role involves developing FE analysis approaches for thermal and structural problems, selecting appropriate solution methods, and collaborating with subject matter experts to guide design improvements throughout the product life cycle.

Candidates should have a mechanical or aerospace engineering degree with relevant experience; the job emphasizes ANSYS/ABAQUS FEA, thermal

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical or aerospace engineering plus 2 years of relevant experience
• Master’s degree plus 0 years of experience for the Principal/Level 3 track

Responsibilities

• Develop a finite element analysis approach and solution for thermal and structural problems
• Determine analysis type and tools required for various numerical models
• Prepare structural models, meshing, boundary conditions, materials, and solver selection
• Interpret results and recommend design improvements; collaborate with SMEs

Skills

Finite element analysis

ANSYS

ABAQUS

Thermal analysis

Mechanical engineering

Education

Bachelor’s degree in mechanical or aerospace engineering

Master’s degree (optional) in mechanical or aerospace engineering

Tools

ANSYS

ABAQUS

Job description

Northrop Grumman is seeking a Structural Engineer (or Principal Structural Engineer) to advance smart armament systems. The role involves developing FE analysis approaches for thermal and structural problems, selecting appropriate solution methods, and collaborating with subject matter experts to guide design improvements throughout the product life cycle.

Candidates should have a mechanical or aerospace engineering degree with relevant experience; the job emphasizes ANSYS/ABAQUS FEA, thermal