Structural Engineer - Level 3 or Level 4

Northrop Grumman; Goleta (CA); On-site; USD 114,000 - 213,000; Full time

Job summary

Northrop Grumman's Mission Enabling Products group is hiring a Structural Engineer at either Goleta, CA or Oxnard, CA. The role focuses on static and dynamic structural analyses of spacecraft systems, with ownership from concept through design and testing.

The successful candidate will have a Bachelor's in STEM and 5+ years of FEA experience (NASTRAN preferred), plus knowledge of spacecraft materials. US citizenship is required and relocation assistance may be available.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in STEM and 5 years engineering experience in finite element analysis (FEA).
• Demonstrated experience with FEA analysis, i.e., NASTRAN, for structural analysis.
• Experience with spacecraft materials such as metals, adhesives, and thermoplastics.
• Demonstrated understanding of mechanical system design.
• Experience providing technical leadership and mentorship to engineers.
• US Citizenship is required.

Responsibilities

• Perform static and dynamic structural analyses of spacecraft systems and subsystems.
• Document test plans and procedure requirements.
• Participate and present in internal and external design reviews.
• Ensure high structural performance that is cost effective and reliable.
• Manage multiple priorities while aligning with program goals.

Skills

Finite element analysis

Mechanical design

Technical leadership

Mentorship

Education

Bachelor's degree in STEM

Master's degree in STEM (preferred)

Tools

NASTRAN

Job description

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available
TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the Time
CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: No
CLEARANCE TYPE: None

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’s Space Sector is seeking a Structural Engineer - Level 3 or Level 4 to join our MEP Team. This position can be located in either Goleta, CA or Oxnard, CA.

This position can be filled at a level 2 or level 3.

Northrop Grumman Mission Enabling Products (MEP) Business Unit designs, builds, and delivers space, defense and aviation-related systems to customers around the world. Our main products include satellites and associated space components and services, launch vehicles and related propulsion systems, missile products, subsystems and defense electronics, precision weapons, armament systems, and advanced aerospace structures.

Learn more about Mission Enabling Products at our website: Mission Enabling Products | Northrop Grumman

Overview

Reporting to the Structural Engineering Manager, the Structural Engineer will be responsible for performing design analysis and testing of one or more of the spacecraft systems of subsystems. You will have ownership of your work from the concept creation through the design and analysis phases and may also participate in the manufacturing, testing, and integration of the systems.

Role And Responsibilities

• Perform static and dynamic structural analyses, review requirements for materials, structure systems & subsystems.
• Document test plans and procedure requirements.
• Participate and present in internal and external (customer) design reviews.
• Strive for the highest possible structural performance that is also cost effective and assures complete reliability.
• Manage and track multiple priorities while maintaining a focus towards common project goals of the program team, matrix organization, and customers.

Basic Qualifications Or Level 3

• Bachelor\'s degree in STEM discipline (Science, Technology, Engineering or Math) and 5 years engineering experience in finite element analysis and closed-form analysis
• Demonstrated experience with FEA analysis, ie: NASTRAN, for structural analysis of designs
• Experience with spacecraft/aerospace materials in metals, adhesives, thermoplastics, etc.
• Demonstrated understanding of mechanical system design
• Experience providing technical leadership and mentorship to engineers
• US Citizenship is required

Basic Qualifications Or Level 4

• Bachelor\'s degree in STEM discipline (Science, Technology, Engineering or Math) and 9 years engineering experience in finite element analysis and closed-form analysis
• Demonstrated experience with FEA analysis, ie: NASTRAN, for structural analysis of designs
• Experience with spacecraft/aerospace materials in metals, adhesives, thermoplastics, etc.
• Demonstrated understanding of mechanical system design
• Experience providing technical leadership and mentorship to engineers
• US Citizenship is required

Preferred Qualifications

• Master\'s degree in a STEM discipline
• Experience with structures and mechanisms for moving mechanical assemblies such as solar arrays, booms, and other support structures and mechanisms for satellite subsystems
• 4 or more years of direct Structural Engineering experience, preferably in the spacecraft or aerospace industry, with significant project ownership
• Detailed mechanical design knowledge of structures, mechanisms, release and drive actuators, and material selection
• Working knowledge of applicable manufacturing processes such as machining, finishing, and rapid prototyping
• Problem solving skills with hands-on project experience
• Self-motivated with excellent technical communication skills

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Primary Level Salary Range: $114,000.00 - $171,000.00

Secondary Level Salary Range: $142,200.00 - $213,400.00

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.