Northrop Grumman Space Sector is seeking a Principal/Sr. Principal Structural Analysis Engineer (Level 3 or 4) to join the Vehicle Engineering Directorate within Western Region Engineering. This position is located onsite in Redondo Beach, California.
Responsibilities
- Analyze, research, and develop structural engineering specifications for metallic, non-metallic, and composite materials used in the design and operation of space‑sector products.
- Evaluate stiffness, strength, durability, and design allowables; create structural models.
- Specialize in dynamics and loads (sine, random vibration, acoustic, shock), composite structures, bonded‑joint analysis, stability, static stress, and fatigue.
- Use tools such as FEMAP, NXNASTRAN, Mathcad, MATLAB, CATIA, and other software.
- Develop detailed procedures, evaluate fittings/fasteners/joints/splices, apply acoustics/vibration expertise, plan structural‑integrity testing, create design criteria, assess stability and durability, conduct finite‑element modeling, layout sizing, and structural‑integrity evaluations.
- Review material, system, and subsystem requirements.
- Create FEA models and perform system‑ and subsystem‑level structural analyses.
- Participate and present in internal and external design reviews.
- Manage and track multiple priorities while maintaining focus on common project goals.
Basic Qualifications – Level 3
- Minimum of a bachelor’s degree in a STEM discipline with 5+ years of engineering experience; or master’s degree with 3+ years; or Ph.D. with 1+ year.
- Experience with finite‑element analysis tools (FEMAP, NASTRAN).
- Experience sizing metallic and composite structures.
- Active SCI access at application or active Top Secret clearance that can be obtained before the start date.
Basic Qualifications – Level 4
- Minimum of a bachelor’s degree in a STEM discipline with 8+ years of engineering experience; or master’s degree with 6+ years; or Ph.D. with 4+ years.
- Experience with finite‑element analysis tools (FEMAP, NASTRAN).
- Experience sizing metallic and composite structures.
- Active SCI access at application or active Top Secret clearance that can be obtained before the start date.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience working on Special Access Programs.
- Participation in multiple design cycles on spacecraft or aircraft development programs.
- Active SCI access with a current polygraph.
Benefits and Compensation
Primary Level Salary Range: $114,000 – $171,000. Secondary Level Salary Range: $142,200 – $213,400. The range is a general guideline; Northrop Grumman considers factors such as scope, responsibilities, candidate experience, education, skills, and market conditions when determining base salary offers. Employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, discretionary bonuses, long‑term incentives, health insurance, life and disability insurance, savings plan, company‑paid holidays, and paid time off.
Relocation assistance may be available. The role requires a Top Secret clearance and may involve 10% travel. U.S. citizenship is required. The application period is approximately 20 days from posting but may vary.
Northrop Grumman is an Equal Opportunity Employer; for our complete EEO and pay transparency statement, please visit the company website. U.S. citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance.
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