Sentinel Engineer/ Principal Aerodynamic Modeling Engineer - 18628 & 19236

About the role

Northrop Grumman Defense Systems is seeking an Aerodynamic Modeling Engineer/Principal Aerodynamic Modeling Engineer. This position is located in Roy, Utah and supports the Sentinel program. This role may offer a competitive relocation assistance package.

Responsibilities

• Apply extensive aerodynamic knowledge, skills and ability in pursuit of meeting contractual requirements.
• Strong emphasis on the development of tools, processes, and resources to translate raw aero data (CFD, experimental, flight test) into models, databases, simulations (e.g. 3/6 DOF).
• Develop, validate, and refine aerodynamic models specifically for missile applications.
• Ensure the quality of Aero/Fluids team products meets technical rigor and IPT/deliverable standards.
• Identify and troubleshoot aerodynamic issues during design, testing, and operational phases, proposing viable solutions or improvements.
• Develop technical solutions to complex aerodynamic problems.
• Collaborate closely with other relevant disciplines/IPTs, e.g. Flight Analysis, Structures, Propulsion, Integration and test, etc.
• Communicate effectively and clearly; present technical approaches and findings to aero/fluids team and customers.

Qualifications

• Aerodynamic Modeling Engineer: 2 Years with Bachelors in Science; 0 Years with Masters; 1 year with PhD. Experience developing aerodynamic models, tools, databases using Matlab, Python, C++ or similar for integration into 3/6DOF simulations.
• Experience with analytical aerodynamic design tools, e.g. Missile DATCOM or similar.
• Experience analyzing wind tunnel test data and flight test results to validate simulation outcomes and inform model adjustments.
• Demonstrated technical writing experience in authoring formal analysis documentation.
• Oral and written communication skills.
• Must have the ability to obtain and maintain a Department of Defense Secret Security clearance approval within a reasonable period of time, as determined by the company to meet its business needs.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental & Vision coverage
• 401k
• Education Assistance
• Life Insurance
• Employee Assistance Programs & Work/Life Solutions
• Paid Time Off
• Health & Wellness Resources
• Employee Discounts

Schedule

The standard work schedule for this position is a 9/80. The 9/80 schedule allows employees who work a nine-hour day Monday through Thursday to take every other Friday off.

Pay

Primary Level Salary Range: $79,300.00 - $118,900.00
Secondary Level Salary Range: $98,400.00 - $147,600.00