Northrop Grumman

Systems Modeling and Simulation Engineer 2/3

Northrop Grumman$91K — $137K *
Aerospace & Defense
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's or Master's degree in STEM with requisite experience or Ph.D. in related field
  • Experience with frequency domain analysis
  • Proficient in modeling system stability
  • Competence in linear algebra and block diagrams
  • Knowledge of grey-box model validation
  • Experienced in MATLAB coding and Simulink modeling
  • Familiar with numerical methods for differential equations
  • Must be a US citizen and able to obtain a Secret Clearance.

Responsibilities

  • Analyze control systems performance using models
  • Model dynamic multi-physics systems from first principles
  • Simplify systems for control design using model reduction
  • Perform linear and stability analysis of systems
  • Build and parameterize uncertainty models
  • Develop nonlinear simulation models
  • Document findings to share with engineering teams

Benefits

  • Relocation assistance may be available
  • Health insurance coverage
  • Life and disability insurance
  • Savings plan
  • Company-paid holidays
  • Paid time off 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

Northrop Grumman Mission Systems is seeking a Systems Modeling and Simulation Engineer Level 2 or 3 for the development and ongoing support of new and existing turbine generators used in surface ship and submarine propulsion and power generation systems for the US Navy based out of Sunnyvale, CA.

What You'll get to Do:

Our Sunnyvale site specializes in the development, manufacture, assembly and testing of propulsion and power generation systems for naval surface ships and submarines. The candidate selected will apply their skills to support current and future Navy Power & Propulsion development. Responsibilities include:
  • Analyzing control system performance and requirements using systems models
  • Modeling dynamic multi-physics systems from first principles; mechanical, electrical, magnetic
  • Use model reduction methods to simplify systems for control design
  • Perform linear systems analysis
  • Perform stability analysis
  • Build and parameterize uncertainty models
  • Develop nonlinear simulation models
  • Document work to share with engineering community and customer

Must be onsite 4 days a week, remote work is not an option for this role.

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

Basic Qualifications for level T2:
  • Bachelor's Degree in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering or Math) discipline with 3 years relevant work experience; or Master's Degree in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering or Math) with no relevant relevant experience; or Ph.D in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering or Math) with no relevant work experience.
  • Experience in frequency domain analysis.
  • Experience characterizing and analyzing system stability.
  • Experience with block diagrams and linear algebra.
  • Experience with grey-box model validation.
  • Proficiency with MATLAB coding and Simulink modeling.
  • Experience building state space models of multiphysical systems.
  • Experience with numerical methods for solving differential equations.
  • Must be a US citizen.
  • Ability to obtain and maintain a US Government Secret Clearance.

Basic Qualifications for level T3:
  • Bachelor's Degree in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering or Math) discipline with 5 years relevant work experience; or Master's Degree in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering or Math) with no relevant relevant experience; or Ph.D in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering or Math) with no relevant work experience.
  • Experience in frequency domain analysis.
  • Experience characterizing and analyzing system stability.
  • Experience with block diagrams and linear algebra.
  • Experience with grey-box model validation.
  • Proficiency with MATLAB coding and Simulink modeling.
  • Experience building state space models of multiphysical systems.
  • Experience with numerical methods for solving differential equations.
  • Must be a US citizen.
  • Ability to obtain and maintain a US Government Secret Clearance.

Preferred Qualifications:
  • Active US Government Secret clearance.
  • Master's degree or higher in Aerospace, Mechanical, or a closely related engineering discipline.
  • Controller tuning experience on real machines
  • Experience with ModelCenter Integrate and Explore
  • Familiar with rotordynamic analysis
  • Familiar with FEA and super elements models
  • Familiar with electromagnetics
  • Experience designing weighting functions to meet operating criteria of large, MIMO systems
  • Performing robust control design


Primary Level Salary Range: $91,800.00 - $137,600.00

Secondary Level Salary Range: $114,000.00 - $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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Net Income
$3.1 billion
Founded
1939
5 Year Trend
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Revenue
$36.7 billion
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