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Northrop Grumman Aeronautics Systems has an opening for a Senior Principal Structural Analysis Engineer (Weekday Nights) to support our Aerospace Structures Business Unit (ASBU) team in Clearfield, Utah. Our group works to develop the latest composite structures for military/commercial aircraft and space launch structures and are leaders in next-generation structure development. We provide stress analysis to support new product designs and production of both metallic and composite aircraft structures. The projects within our scope offer opportunities for team leadership, project management, and diverse technical assignments.
The ideal candidate will have expertise in one or more of the following areas:
- Production Material Review Board (MRB) Analysis Support
- Composite Structural Analysis
- Fatigue/Durability & Damage Tolerance of Metals
This position will support the 'B Shift' which consists of a 9/80 schedule (every other Friday off) with approximate working hours of 2:30 pm - 12:30 am but hours can be adjusted slightly depending upon the selected candidate's preference.
This position may be eligible for an additional shift differential.
Responsibilities:
- Develop solutions to structural analysis problems for aircraft platforms involving composite laminates, metallics, sandwich structure, and large bonded and bolted assemblies
- Support trade study designs, new project initiatives, airframe sizing, Independent Research & Development projects, and structural testing activities
- Support material review board (MRB) activity for non-conforming parts and provide structural recommendations to substantiate dispositions
- Perform structural analysis using classical methods, commercial tools, and in-house codes for multidisciplinary technical problems
- Understand the methods of analyzing composite structure and overall requirements for certification
- Build, analyze, and post-process Finite Element Models (FEMs) using Femap, Simcenter NX, and Nastran
- Document structural analysis methods, margins, and implementation in final reports and propose new methods depending on the needs of the project
- Bachelor's degree in a STEM field (Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics) and 9 years of related, relevant experience; OR a Master's degree in a STEM field with 7 years of related, relevant experience; OR a PhD in a STEM field with 4 years of related, relevant experience.
- Demonstrated experience and knowledge in one or more of the following core structural areas: Composite Analysis, Fatigue/Durability & Damage Tolerance of Metals, and/or Production Material Review Board (MRB) Analysis Support
- Demonstrated experience leading a team of engineers, leading a project, and/or mentoring junior engineers
- Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret clearance. This clearance must be obtained prior to start and must be obtained within a reasonable amount of time as determined by the company to meet its business needs.
- Ability to obtain and maintain Special Program Access (SAP). This SAP must be obtained within a reasonable amount of time as determined by the company to meet its business needs.
- Bachelor's or Master of Science degree in Aerospace, Mechanical, or Civil Engineering
- Active DOD Secret Security Clearance or equivalent
- Experience using Femap, NX Simcenter, and Nastran
- Experience supporting material review board (MRB) non-conformance dispositions
- Experience performing structural analysis for military aircraft applications
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.
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 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 all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.