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 has an opening for a Structural Engineer (Dynamics)/Principal Structural Engineer (Dynamics) for our Clearfield, Utah location!
We perform cradle-to-grave analysis, design, and manufacturing for state of the art commercial and military programs. Our team works with cutting edge exotic materials and novel products to innovate within our mission, working across the facility supporting large composite structures. Are you interested in working on state-of-the-art composites? Come join us!
The ideal candidate enjoys applying engineering fundamentals and active problem solving. You are an inquisitive problem solver, self-sufficient, and determined with a positive attitude.
Travel can vary by program and tasks but is minimal (less than 10%). Our team works a 9/80 schedule, which gives you every other Friday off to pursue interests outside the office.
Essential Functions:
Perform static and dynamic analysis of composite and metallic parts and assemblies.
Able to manipulate large scale finite element models that support internal loads development.
Conduct modal and random vibration analysis for product design and to establish fatigue life.
Excellent communication and people skills required to work with key stakeholders within other engineering disciplines.
This role may be filled at a Structural Engineer or Principal Structural Engineer based on the qualifications outlined below.
Structural Engineer
Bachelor's Degree in STEM field (Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics) with 2 years of relevant experience; OR a Master's Degree in a STEM field with 0 years of relevant experience.
Experience with composite and metallic materials including allowables
Experience with finite element analysis
Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret Security Clearance. This clearance must be obtained prior to commencement of employment 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 prior to commencement of employment and must be obtained within a reasonable amount of time as determined by the company to meet its business needs.
Principal Structural Engineer
Bachelor's Degree in STEM field (Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics) with 5 years of relevant experience; OR a Master's Degree in a STEM field with 3 years of relevant experience; OR a PhD in a STEM field with 0 years of relevant experience.
Experience with composite and metallic materials including allowables
Experience with finite element analysis
Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret Security Clearance. This clearance must be obtained prior to commencement of employment 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 prior to commencement of employment and must be obtained within a reasonable amount of time as determined by the company to meet its business needs.
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience creating fatigue allowables from test data
Experience with acoustic environments
Experience with Nastran/Patran/Femap/Abaqus
General understanding of Aerospace practices, policies, and procedures
Detail orientated, self-starter, ability to work both independently and in a team
Experience leading engineers in structural analysis
Active DoD Secret clearance
Salary Range: $73,400 - $110,000
Salary Range 2: $90,400 - $135,600
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 health and safety of our employees and their families is a top priority . The company encourages employees to remain up-to-date on their COVID-19 vaccinations. U.S. Northrop Grumman employees may be required, in the future, to be vaccinated or have an approved disability/medical or religious accommodation, pursuant to future court decisions and/or government action on the currently stayed federal contractor vaccine mandate under Executive Order 14042 https://www.saferfederalworkforce.gov/contractors/ .
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.
Apply Now Search All Jobs