Structural Engineer - Level 3 or Level 4

0904 SP - Space Components; United States; On-site; USD 114,000 - 213,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Total Rewards

Health insurance

Job summary

Northrop Grumman is seeking a Structural Engineer (Level 3/4) to join the MEP Team in Goleta, CA or Oxnard, CA. You will perform design analysis and testing for spacecraft subsystems, with ownership from concept through design and production involvement. On-site roles with potential career progression and a strong focus on reliability and cost-effectiveness.

Qualifications include a STEM Bachelor's and 5+ years of FEA experience (NASTRAN), materials knowledge, and leadership abilities. U.S.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in STEM (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.

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.

Skills

FEA analysis (NASTRAN)

Mechanical design

Technical leadership

Mentorship

Spacecraft materials knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in STEM

Job description

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: No CLEARANCE TYPE: None 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’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

Working at Northrop Grumman is more than just a paycheck. We offer a comprehensive Total Rewards and benefits package designed to help you thrive at work and in life. For more information on our Total Rewards package, please visit our Total Rewards site. Northrop Grumman Total Rewards 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.

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.