Northrop Grumman

Engineer or Principal Engineer - Structural Analysis

Northrop Grumman$75K — $112K *
Iuka, MS 38852In-Person
Aerospace & Defense
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in STEM with 2+ years or Master's with no experience for Structural Engineer; 5+ years required for Principal Engineer.
  • Experience with Material Review Board (MRB) activities.
  • Ability to obtain and maintain U.S. Secret clearance.
  • Experience in structural analysis, particularly with aircraft.
  • Knowledge of Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES) is preferred.

Responsibilities

  • Conduct classical static strength hand analysis and finite element modeling.
  • Document detailed structural analyses for aircraft repairs.
  • Support Material Review Board and Aircraft Structural Integrity Program analyses.
  • Develop solutions to complex structural issues in a team setting.
  • Prioritize and manage multiple responsibilities effectively.

Benefits

  • Relocation assistance may be available.
  • Health insurance coverage and life/disability insurance.
  • Savings plan offered.
  • Company-paid holidays and paid time off (PTO).
  • Potential eligibility for bonuses and long-term incentives.
Full Job Description
RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available

CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: Yes

CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret

TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the TimeDescription

Please note that this opportunity is contingent on program funding.  Start dates are determined after funding confirmation.

Northrop Grumman Aeronautics Systems has an opening for a Structural Engineer or Principal Structural Engineer to join our team of qualified, diverse individuals.  This position will be located full time in Iuka, MS.

Roles and Responsibilities:

  • Candidate should be knowledgeable in classical static strength hand analysis, Durability and Damage Tolerance (DaDT) analysis, and finite element modeling and analysis for discrepant detail parts and assemblies fabricated from metal and composite materials.

  • Should be able to develop and document detailed structural analyses in support of aircraft repairs including but not limited to free body diagrams, internal or external loading, shear and moment diagrams, and calculation of internal stresses.

  • Analyses will be in support of Material Review Board (MRB), and Aircraft Structural Integrity Program (ASIP).

  • Aircraft structural design criteria, and nonstandard repair and equivalent strength analysis background is a plus.

  • Candidate must be able to collaborate in a team environment, prioritize and adjust tasks to accomplish the project result, prioritize multiple responsibilities and/or accomplish them simultaneously, comprehend and analyze complex problems and develop solutions.

  • Knowledge of Manufacturing Execution System/ MES, and a Northrop Grumman MRB EN/ST signature is a plus. 

This position can be filled at either the Engineer or Principal Engineer level.

Basic Qualifications:

  • Basic qualifications for a Structural Analysis Engineer include a Bachelor's in Science, Technology, Engineering or Math (STEM) and at least 2 years of relevant experience or a Master's Degree in STEM with no years of experience

  • Basic qualifications for a Principal Structural Analysis Engineer include a Bachelor's in Science, Technology, Engineering or Math (STEM) and at least 5 years of relevant experience, a Master's Degree in STEM with 3 years of relevant experience, or a PhD Degree with no experience

  • Experience with MRB related activities

  • Your ability to obtain and/or transfer and maintain the final U.S. adjudicated government Secret clearance and any program access(es) required for the position within a reasonable period of time, as determined by the Company.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Master's degree in Engineering (ME/AE) with minimum of 1 year of experience in structural analysis.

  • Experience working on an ASIP managed platform.

  • Experience with crack growth software-AFGROW.

  • Familiarity with FEMAP/NX Nastran.

  • Experience with the development of dispositions for Airframe discrepancies.

  • Active US Government Secret Clearance or above

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Primary Level Salary Range: $75,100.00 - $112,700.00

Secondary Level Salary Range: $93,300.00 - $139,900.00

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.

About Northrop Grumman

Northrop Grumman is a security company that provides systems, products, and solutions in aerospace, electronics, information systems, shipbuilding, and technical services to government and commercial customers. They design, develop, and build everything from aircraft and spacecraft to cyber security systems. The company is involved in a wide range of defense and technology projects, including the development of aircraft, space systems, cybersecurity solutions, and advanced electronics.

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Size
88,000 employees
Market Cap
$82.7 billion
Industry
Net Income
$3.1 billion
Founded
1939
5 Year Trend
+7.6%
Revenue
$36.7 billion
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