Northrop Grumman

Structural Engineer Level 2 / 3

Northrop Grumman$79K — $137K *
Aerospace & Defense
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in a STEM field with 2+ years experience, or Master's degree with no experience (Level 2); Bachelor's degree with 5+ years experience, or Master's degree with 3+ years experience (Level 3).
  • Demonstrated structural analysis experience with relevant software.
  • Strong communication skills for engaging with peers and management.
  • Familiarity with classical analysis methods and software like Nastran and Abaqus.
  • US citizenship required; ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret security clearance.
  • Onsite work requirement of at least 3 days per week.

Responsibilities

  • Develop finite element models for components and systems using Hypermesh.
  • Post-process analysis results utilizing Hyperview, Matlab, and Excel.
  • Conduct various finite element analyses including static, transient, and modal responses using Nastran and Abaqus.

Benefits

  • Relocation assistance may be available.
  • Health insurance coverage.
  • Life and disability insurance.
  • Savings plan.
  • Company-paid holidays and paid time off (PTO) for vacation and personal business.
Full Job Description
RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available

CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: No

CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret

TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the TimeDescription

The Structural Analysis Group of Northrop Grumman Marine Systems (NGMS) is looking for Structural Engineers Level 2 or 3 to join our team based out of Sunnyvale, CA, or Ocean Springs, MS, or Annapolis, MD.

What You'll get to Do:
  • Develop component and system level finite element models using Hypermesh and post process analysis results using Hyperview, Matlab and Excel.
  • Perform linear finite element static, transient, vibration, modal and direct frequency response, and response spectra analyses using Nastran and Abaqus.


This position may be filled at a higher grade based on the qualifications listed below:

Basic Qualifications for Level 2:
  • Bachelors of Science in a Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics (STEM) discipline with 2 years applicable experience; or a Masters of Science in a STEM discipline with no experience.
  • Experience working in a structural analysis role.
  • Demonstrated skills communicating technical and/or programmatic ideas and information both to peers and up to engineering management and manufacturing customers.
  • Experience in performing a variety of classical and analysis software solution types, such as bolted joint and weld analyses.
  • US citizenship required.
  • Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret security clearance.
  • Work on site minimum of 3 days per week at selected site location.


Basic Qualifications for Level 3:
  • Bachelors of Science in a Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics (STEM) discipline with 5 years applicable experience; or a Masters of Science in a STEM discipline with 3 years applicable experience.
  • Experience working in a structural analysis role.
  • Demonstrated skills communicating technical and/or programmatic ideas and information both to peers and up to engineering management and manufacturing customers.
  • Experience in performing a variety of classical and analysis software solution types, such as bolted joint and weld analyses.
  • US citizenship required.
  • Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret security clearance.
  • Work on site minimum of 3 days per week at selected site location.


Preferred Qualifications:
  • Experience with the following software tools: NX, Hypermesh, Nastran, Abaqus, Matlab. LS-DYNA.
  • Experience supporting a US government customer.
  • Engineering experience with complex systems, vehicles, or machinery.
  • Demonstrated skills/experience in the one or more of the following analysis areas: non-linear materials, thermal, fatigue, shock, and vibration.


Primary Level Salary Range: $79,300.00 - $137,600.00

Secondary Level Salary Range: $98,400.00 - $171,000.00

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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