Associate Structural Engineer

Company: Northrop Grumman
Location: San Diego
Posted on: April 9, 2021

Job Description:

Category: EngineeringLocation: San Diego, CaliforniaUS Citizenship Required for this Position: YesClearance Type: NoneTelecommute: No -Teleworking not available for this positionShift: 1st ShiftTravel Required: NoPositions Available: 1Your opportunities for achievement are limitless with Northrop Grumman Space Systems. At Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportunities to work on projects and programs that impact people's lives around the world today, and for generations to come. We look for people who have bold new ideas, courage and a pioneering spirit to join forces to improve the present, invent the future, and have a lot of fun along the way. Our culture thrives on intellectual curiosity, cognitive diversity and bringing your whole self to work - and we have an endless drive to do what others think is impossible. Our employees are not only part of history, they're making history. Northrop Grumman is seeking Structural Engineers. This position will be located at our Space Systems Sector and may reside in San Diego, CA or Magna, UT. The qualified candidate will become part of Northrop Grumman's Payload and Ground Systems Team. Job Summary: Northrop Grumman Space Components Business Unit is seeking a highly motivated Structural Analysis Engineer for composite structures and assemblies to join the Northrop Grumman Space Systems Structures team with the following responsibilities:Assess structural integrity of metallic and composite structures using traditional closed form solutions, as well as finite element analysis (FEA)Interact with design and development teams (teams include specialists in Design, Quality, Materials, Manufacturing, and Test) to create and verify creative design solutions that meet all requirements (technical, cost, schedule)Generate Finite Element Models and perform FEA for normal modes, linear static stress, dynamic response/stress, thermo-elastic distortion, and hygroscopic distortionSupport development of flight hardware from preliminary through detailed design, drawing release, manufacturing, integration, verification testing, and transportationPlan and oversee material characterization tests of various materials used in the design of composite structuresReduce material characterization test data into analysis input properties and material capability propertiesPrepare and make presentations summarizing structural assessment results for internal review boards and external customer design reviewsAssist in assessment and disposition of discrepant hardware and hardware anomaliesBasic Qualifications:Be completing or has completed their Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution.Be majoring in or having majored in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related STEM majors.Have an overall cumulative GPA of 3.0 out of 4.0 or higher (unofficial academic transcripts must be provided at time of application by uploading the documents to your application or profile)Be able to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government security clearance (U.S. citizenship is a pre-requisite)Proficiency in finite element analysis, composite laminate theory, and dynamicsKnowledge of composite materials manufacturing processesKnowledge of composite materials application for extreme environmentsExceptional oral and written communication skills (computer, documentation, presentations)Ability to work in a fast paced dynamic environment as part of a multi-discipline teamAbility to obtain a security clearancePreferred Qualifications:MS in Mechanical Engineering or Aerospace EngineeringProficiency in FEMAP and NX NastranProficiency in ESI VA One, Altair Hyperworks, NX, Matlab, Python, and Visual BasicExperience with aerospace structural construction using metals, sandwich panels, composite materials, plastics and bonded jointsResearch/coursework in finite element theory, composite laminate theory, and dynamicsPrevious experience at an aerospace company or manufacturing facility Preferred Skills:Be a self-starter and possess strong interpersonal, and leadership, skills with the ability to work independently or as part of a teamAbility to make sound decisionsBe detail oriented but able to understand the big pictureAbility to multi-taskAbility to prioritize and manage time effectivelyNorthrop Grumman is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action-Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class. For a complete EEO/AA and Pay Transparency statement, please visit U.S. Citizenship is required for most positions.

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