Principal / Sr. Principal Structural Analysis Engineer

Northrop Grumman Defense Systems is seeking aPrincipal Structural Engineer / SrPrincipal Structural Engineer. This position is located in Roy, UT  or Manhattan Beach, CA and supports the Sentinel program.

What You’ll Get To Do:

• Executing linear and nonlinear structural analysis scope using ABAQUS, Ansys, and/or FEMAP (w/Nastran solver).

• Executing analysis efforts to support deployable mechanical mechanisms. This includes finite element (static, transient, buckling, modal), fatigue, random vibration, weld and bolted joint analyses. 

• Supporting test objective development for model verification/validation and qualification. 

• Generate analysis documentation artifacts and prepare CDRL for customer deliveries. 

• Support the ADP lead in analyzing mechanical equipment, components, products, and systems. 

• Drive the analysis and development of the mechanical portion of the System Integration owned by the ADPs.  

• Deliver required ADPs on time to meet program objectives. 

• Integrate System Integration ADPs with the various element teams to proactively eliminate disconnects. 

• Identify gaps and holes within the analysis and/or requirements and provide a path forward for resolution that is cost effective, innovative, and has minimal impact to others while filling the gap/hole. 

• Ensure the developed technical solution and ADPs meet the analysis and design requirements and product specifications from the various element/configured item specifications. 

• Recommend actions to representatives for coordinated product solution. 

• Support digital transformation initiatives relating to ADP development and release.

As a full-time employee of Northrop Grumman Defense Systems, you are eligible for our robust benefits package including:
- Medical, Dental & Vision coverage
- 401k
- Educational Assistance
- Life Insurance
- Employee Assistance Programs & Work/Life Solutions
- Paid Time Off
- Health & Wellness Resources
- Employee Discounts

This positions standard work schedule is a 9/80. The 9/80 schedule allows employees who work a nine-hour day Monday through Thursday to take every other Friday off. This role may offer a competitive relocation assistance package.

You’llBring These Qualifications:

This requisition may be filled at either the Principal Structural Engineer level (T03) or Sr Principal Structural Engineer level (T04).

Principal Structural Engineer: 

• Bachelor's degree in a Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) discipline from an accredited university and 5 years of experience, or 3 years of experience with a Master's degree; 4 years of experience with PHD

SrPrincipal Structural Engineer: 

• Bachelor's degree in a Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) discipline from an accredited university and 8 years of experience, or 6 years of experience with a Master's degree; 4 years of experience with PHD

Required for Both Levels:

• Must be a US Citizen with an active DoD Secret Clearance, at time of application, current and within scope, with an investigation date within the last 6 years

• Must have the ability to obtain and maintain Special Access Program (SAP) approval within a reasonable period of time, as determined by the company to meet its business needs

• Experience using Microsoft (MS) Word, Excel, Power Point, MS Project and Engineering Scheduling tools or applications.

• Experience running dynamic and static analysis

• Experience with ANSYS

• Proficient Post-processing using MATLAB, MathCAD, or EXCEL

• Proficient writer and able to verbally communicate technical content

These Qualifications Would be Nice to Have:

• Proficient writer and able to verbally communicate technical content

• Advanced or expert proficiency with ABAQUS, FEMAP, and ANSYS

• Exposure to structural test applications

• Experience with seismic analysis (ASCE 7)

• Exposure to missiles program requirements & with propulsion

• Navigate through NX 3D models and CPLM

• TeamCenter CPLM experience

• Strong oral and written communication skills, including demonstrated experience with high value customer presentations, with ability to focus on multiple projects with competing priorities.

• Demonstrated experience in making sound decisions in uncertain and difficult situations.

• Strong sense of urgency and work ethic in ensuring engineering meets customer and program expectations in a timely and efficient manner.

• Experience in leading/supporting a development engineering team.

• Demonstrated experience working with customers to ensure project success.

• Experience in performing in an Agile environment and knowledge/understanding of JIRA.