Structural Analysis Engineer (4/10 2Nd Shift)

US CITIZENSHIP REQUIRED FOR THIS POSITION: Yes
RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available
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.
This position description does not represent a current opening but may be used to identify candidates with skills and experience for positions within Northrop Grumman that frequently become available. Candidates who express an interest may be considered for future positions at Northrop Grumman.
Northrop Grumman Aeronautics Systems has an opening for a Structural Analysis Engineer to join our team of qualified diverse individuals. In Vehicle Engineering, we develop manned and unmanned aircraft platforms for all programs in the Aeronautics Systems Sector.
This position will be located in Palmdale, CA and will support a 4/10 2nd Shift. (Monday - Thursday OR Tuesday - Friday; 3:30 pm to 1:30 am. Actual working hours may vary depending on the selected candidate's preference.)
We are looking for an engineer who might have specific structural engineering specialties which may include dynamics and loads, stability and stress fatigue, and thermal analysis. Your day-to-day activities will be to analyze, research, and develop structural engineering analysis packages involving metals, non-metallic, or composite structural materials for product design or operation of product. This might include structures, mechanical, hydraulic, electrical and electronics, power plant, armament, heating and ventilating equipment, and maintenance designs. You will analyze damage tolerance, durability, design allowables, and structural modeling.
Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in a STEM field with 2 years of relevant experience OR a Master's Degree in a STEM field with 0 years of relevant experience.
• Experience in or knowledge of Structural Analysis Methods and documentation, including hand-sheet analysis, as well as the development and manipulation of large Finite Element Models.
• Must have an active DoD Secret clearance.
• Must have the ability to obtain and maintain Special Access Program (SAP) clearance prior to the commencement of employment. This clearance must be obtained within a reasonable amount of time as determined by the company to meet its business needs.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or Aerospace Engineering
• Aerospace Structural Analysis experience using NASTRAN, PATRAN, or FEMAP.
• Experience in Bonded Composite Structural Analysis of primary and secondary aircraft structures
• Experience with analysis of composite and/or metallic structure and repair methods
• Experience in structural testing (building block or full-scale test)
• Experience as a Lead Engineer managing a small group of analysts
• Analysis experience in a MRB role
• Experience working on Special Access Programs
• Experience working on military aircraft
• Experience with durability and damage tolerance (DaDT) of aircraft structures

Salary Range: $87,200.00 - $130,800.00
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.
Employees may be eligible for 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.
Northrop Grumman is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action 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/AA and Pay Transparency statement, please visit http://www.northropgrumman.com/EEO. U.S. Citizenship is required for most positions.