Structural Engineer Level 2 / 3

Northrop Grumman; United States; On-site; USD 79,000 - 148,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Savings plan

Holidays

PTO

Job summary

Northrop Grumman is seeking Structural Engineers Level 2 or 3 for our Marine Systems team based in Ocean Springs, MS. You will develop finite element models and perform a range of static, dynamic, and frequency analyses using industry tools.

The role requires STEM degrees, two-plus years of experience for Level 2 (or a master's with no experience) and five years for Level 3, with US citizenship and ability to obtain a Secret clearance. On-site presence is required four days per week.

Qualifications

• Bachelors of Science in a STEM discipline with 2 years applicable experience; or a Masters of Science in a STEM discipline with no experience.
• Experience working in a structural analysis role.
• Demonstrated skills communicating technical and/or programmatic ideas and information both to peers and up to engineering management and manufacturing customers.
• Experience in performing a variety of classical and analysis software solution types, such as bolted joint and weld analyses.
• US citizenship required.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a US Government Secret security clearance.
• Work on site minimum of 4 days per week at selected site location.

Responsibilities

• Develop component and system level finite element models using Hypermesh and post process analysis results using Hyperview, Matlab and Excel.
• Perform linear finite element static, transient, vibration, modal and direct frequency response, and response spectra analyses using Nastran and Abaqus.

Skills

Structural analysis experience

Communication skills

Security clearance eligibility

On-site work

Education

Bachelor's degree in STEM

Master's degree in STEM

Tools

NX

Hypermesh

Nastran

Abaqus

Matlab

LS-DYNA

Job description

Relocation assistance may be available. CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: No. CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret. TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the Time.

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.

The Structural Analysis Group of Northrop Grumman Marine Systems (NGMS) is looking for Structural Engineers Level 2 or 3 to join our team based out of Ocean Springs, MS.

What You’ll get to Do

• Develop component and system level finite element models using Hypermesh and post process analysis results using Hyperview, Matlab and Excel.
• Perform linear finite element static, transient, vibration, modal and direct frequency response, and response spectra analyses using Nastran and Abaqus.

Basic Qualifications for Level 2

• Bachelors of Science in a Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics (STEM) discipline with 2 years applicable experience; or a Masters of Science in a STEM discipline with no experience.
• Experience working in a structural analysis role.
• Demonstrated skills communicating technical and/or programmatic ideas and information both to peers and up to engineering management and manufacturing customers.
• Experience in performing a variety of classical and analysis software solution types, such as bolted joint and weld analyses.
• US citizenship required.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a US Government Secret security clearance.
• Work on site minimum of 4 days per week at selected site location.

Basic Qualifications for Level 3

• Bachelors of Science in a Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics (STEM) discipline with 5 years applicable experience; or a Masters of Science in a STEM discipline with 3 years applicable experience.
• Experience working in a structural analysis role.
• Demonstrated skills communicating technical and/or programmatic ideas and information both to peers and up to engineering management and manufacturing customers.
• Experience in performing a variety of classical and analysis software solution types, such as bolted joint and weld analyses.
• US citizenship required.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a US Government Secret security clearance.
• Work on site minimum of 4 days per week at selected site location.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with the following software tools: NX, Hypermesh, Nastran, Abaqus, Matlab, LS-DYNA.
• Experience supporting a US government customer.
• Engineering experience with complex systems, vehicles, or machinery.
• Demonstrated skills/experience in the one or more of the following analysis areas: non-linear materials, thermal, fatigue, shock, and vibration.

Salary

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.

Benefits

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.

Application Period

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.

Equal Opportunity

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.