Engineer Systems Modeling & Simulation - Level 2/3 : Loads & Dynamics

About the role

The Mechanical Engineering Organization seeks an Engineer Systems Modeling & Simulation - Level 2/3 at the Chandler, AZ facility. This role involves developing complex dynamic models of launch vehicles, performing multi-body kinematics simulations, and contributing to the development of cutting-edge defense systems.

Responsibilities

• Develop complex dynamic models of launch vehicles, verify model quality, and determine steady and transient launch vehicle responses during liftoff, ascent, and staging.
• Perform multi-body kinematics simulations for separation events like fairing deployment, staging, and spacecraft separation.
• Define scope of task, perform analyses utilizing appropriate classical and computer aided techniques, and prepare results for presentations and analysis reports.
• Contribute to the success of vital defense systems that protect the nation by supporting cutting-edge development of upcoming long-range missile defense interceptors, targets, space launch, and strike vehicles.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in a STEM discipline (Science, Technology, Engineering or Math) with 2 years of related engineering experience; OR a Master’s degree in STEM with 0 years of related engineering experience.
• In-depth knowledge of vibration theory, structural dynamics, rigid body dynamics, and finite element methods.

Qualifications

• Active DoD Secret security clearance, or higher.
• Bachelor's or Master's in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering.
• Proficiency in FEA software, preferably NASTRAN, ABAQUS, or Femap.
• Proficiency in MATLAB or Python.
• Experience with launch vehicle coupled loads analysis (CLA) and Craig-Bampton models.
• Experience with modal test, modal analysis, or explicit dynamics/FEA.
• Familiarity with Linux.

Skills

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and collaboration abilities.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Benefits

Northrop Grumman offers a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, savings plan, Company paid holidays and paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business.

Pay

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.

Schedule

The schedule for this role is expected to be 10% travel. 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.