Thermal Engineer (Level 2 or 3)

About the role

The development of smart armament systems, designed to increase the competitive advantage of our armed forces, is accelerating. This growth has created a need for an engineer with a passion for technology development and a strong foundation in thermal and structural analysis.

Responsibilities

• Work with Subject Matter Experts to develop finite element analysis approaches and solutions to thermal problems based on an understanding of engineering principles.
• Aid in determining the appropriate analysis type and tools needed to evaluate a variety of numerical modeling problems involving metals, plastics, and composite materials.
• Develop the thermal and coupled thermal/structural models: Geometry preparation and mesh generation, Selection and application of boundary conditions and constraints, Selection and application of material properties, Setup and execution of appropriate simulation codes and solution methodologies.
• Develop simple bench tests to anchor simulation predictions, Post-process and assist in the interpretation of analytical results; help identify key sensitivities and support recommendations for design improvements.
• Document analysis methods, assumptions, and results in clear technical reports and presentations for internal design reviews.
• Support innovation by applying modern analysis tools and workflows to new smart munition product development.
• Become an integrated member of the product team by developing an understanding of the overall system function, collaborating closely with Design, Systems, and Test Engineers, and presenting analysis results and design recommendations in an insightful and timely manner.

Requirements

• Qualifications for Thermal Engineer (Level 2): Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a closely related engineering discipline. 2+ years of relevant engineering experience with a BS degree; 0+ years with a Master’s degree in a related field.
• Qualifications for Principal Thermal Engineer (Level 3): Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a closely related engineering discipline. 5+ years of relevant engineering experience with Bachelor of Science degree; 3+ years with a Master’s degree, or 1+ year with a PhD.

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of heat transfer fundamentals (conduction, convection, and radiation)
• Experience thermally analyzing metallic materials, conventional molded plastic materials, and printed circuit boards
• Familiarity with structural FEA (e.g. deformation, stress, strain, modal, shock, and vibration)
• Collaborative in a multi-disciplinary team environment, receive technical direction, and incorporate feedback
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to document analyses and present technical results
• U.S. citizen and possess or qualify for a U.S. Government security clearance

Skills

• Thermal analysis of electronic enclosures and printed circuit card assemblies using ANSYS Icepak or similar tools
• Use of CFD tools or codes to determine the aeroheating parameters for projectiles or flight vehicles
• Coupled analysis experience (thermal/structural, thermal/fluid, structural/fluid, thermoelectric, etc)

Benefits

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.

Pay

Primary Level Salary Range: $87,600.00 - $131,400.00 Secondary Level Salary Range: $108,800.00 - $163,200.00

Schedule

TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the Time