Propulsion Engineer - Structural Analysis - Level 3/4

Propulsion Engineer – Structural Analysis – Level 3/4At 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 Defense Systems is currently seeking an experienced Propulsion Engineer – Structural Analysis – Level 3/4 to support our Solid Rocket Motor development efforts. The position will be located in Huntsville, Alabama.Responsibilities:Conduct structural analyses in support of solid rocket motor propulsion system design and verification activities.Create mathematical models to match the physics of the system under evaluation including proper analysis methods/tools, proper boundary conditions, and appropriate material propertiesAssist project team in design of experiments testing to provide necessary data to support detailed analyses.Help in interpretation of analytical results and develop recommendations pertinent to system improvement.Prepare and present technical reports and presentations of work product to both internal and external customers.Support technical assessments of test hardware and test data including validation of analysisSupport propulsion and subsystem IPT leads to ensure technical and cost execution of each system component.Form close working relationships with the customer technical community and specific customer technical points of contact.The level to be hired is dependent upon demonstrated skills, experience, education, and competency.Basic Qualifications for Principal (level 3):Bachelor's Degree in STEM plus 5 years of related experience or Master's Degree in STEM plus at least 3 years of related experienceExperience in modeling with FEA software (ABAQUS, NASTRAN, ANSYS, FEMAP, or equivalent)Demonstrated ability to prepare and present analytical results in both oral and written formats.Excellent interpersonal, communication, writing, presentation and critical thinking skills.Working knowledge of Microsoft Office suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)Ability to obtain a Secret Clearance which requires US Citizenship as a pre-requisiteBasic Qualifications for Sr. Principal (level 4):Bachelor's Degree in STEM plus 8 years of related experience or Master's Degree in STEM plus at least 6 years of related experienceExperience in modeling with FEA software (ABAQUS, NASTRAN, ANSYS, FEMAP, or equivalent)Demonstrated ability to prepare and present analytical results in both oral and written formats.Excellent interpersonal, communication, writing, presentation and critical thinking skills.Working knowledge of Microsoft Office suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)Ability to obtain a Secret Clearance which requires US Citizenship as a pre-requisitePreferred Qualifications:Degree in Aerospace Engineering or Mechanical EngineeringCurrent Active Security ClearanceExperience in modeling systems with material and geometric non-linearities involving large deformations and contactExperience in modeling systems subject to high temperature environments undergoing ablation and material decompositionKnowledge of advanced material modeling concepts such as metal plasticity, elastomeric behavior, and composite materialsKnowledge of system modeling tools such as, Matlab/Simulink, or equivalents.Experience using NX solid modeling softwarePrimary Level Salary Range: $108,800.00 - $163,200.00Secondary Level Salary Range: $135,800.00 - $203,600.00The 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.