Structural Engineer 2 / 3

About the Role

At 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. As a Structural Engineer – Level 2 or Level 3 located in Magna, UT, you’ll be a linchpin in missions of paramount importance, defining the art of the possible from day one. This position is responsible for aiding the development of composite rocket motor cases and associated hardware. You will contribute to both major design and analytical efforts based on knowledge and experience. Relocation assistance may be available.

This position will work a 9/80 schedule, with every other Friday off. Travel is required, approximately 10% of the time.

Responsibilities

• Support composite rocket motor case Production and Manufacturing operations by providing floor support with technical insight and justification.
• Perform closed form and finite element structural analysis to design flight hardware, disposition non-conformances, provide input for other teams, and provide technical information to customers. Siemens NX CAD software and ABAQUS/CAE are primary tools used.
• Create engineering drawings and specifications to define design for hardware fabrication, write test plans, support fabrication efforts, oversee testing, analyze test data, and revise designs based on results.
• Use advanced in-house codes coupled with finite element analysis to create and analyze current and future rocket motor case products.
• Perform 2D and 3D structural analysis for the design of flight hardware and test articles using Siemens NX CAD software and ABAQUS/CAE.
• Learn and help maintain standard design processes.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

This position can be filled at either a Level 2 or Level 3.

Basic Qualifications for Level 2

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or associated discipline with 2 years of professional experience – OR – Master’s degree with 0 years of professional experience.
• Must have the ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government Secret security clearance.
• Strong understanding of solid mechanics principles.
• Strong understanding of classical mechanics principles.
• Strong problem-solving skills and a self-starter.
• Ability to communicate technical content through email, phone, in-person, and group settings.
• Ability to organize and catalog information and documentation.

Basic Qualifications for Level 3

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or associated discipline with 5 years of professional experience – OR – Master’s degree with 3 years of professional experience – OR – PhD with 1 year of professional experience.
• Must have the ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government Secret security clearance.
• Strong understanding of solid mechanics principles.
• Strong understanding of classical mechanics principles.
• Strong problem-solving skills and a self-starter.
• Ability to communicate technical content through email, phone, in-person, and group settings.
• Ability to organize and catalog information and documentation.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree in mechanical engineering or associated discipline.
• Strong understanding of solid rocket motor system design, development, and manufacturing.
• Understanding of composite laminate plate theory (CLT).
• Structures design experience with composite and metallic materials.
• Successful candidate must be able to pass a background check for the Federal Safe Explosives Act (SEA).

Pay

Primary Level Salary Range: $79,300.00 - $118,900.00

Secondary Level Salary Range: $98,400.00 - $147,600.00

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.

Benefits

Northrop Grumman offers a comprehensive Total Rewards and benefits package designed to help you thrive at work and in life, including:

• Health insurance coverage.
• Life and disability insurance.
• Savings plan.
• Company paid holidays and paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business.