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Northrop Grumman Aeronautics Systems Sector has an opening for a Principal or Senior Principal Structural Analysis Engineer to join our team of qualified, diverse individuals in our Vehicle Engineering department. This position is in Melbourne, Florida and will support E-2D Advanced Hawkeye. CURRENT CLEARANCE NOT REQUIRED.

Responsibilities Include:

• Perform static, dynamic, and DaDT structural analyses of metallic airframe structure, mechanical systems, and equipment, by hand and by using the automated methods and procedures approved for the program

• Develop and document detailed structural analyses in support of drawing release or aircraft repairs including but not limited to free body diagrams, internal or external loading, shear and moment diagrams, and calculation of internal stresses

• Prepare detailed and summary reports that are thorough, well thought out, and of a high quality

• Utilize tools such as FEMAP, NX, Teamcenter and other software applications

• The successful candidate will be able to collaborate in a team environment, prioritize and adjust tasks to accomplish the project result, prioritize multiple responsibilities and/or accomplishing them simultaneously, and comprehend and analyze complex problems and develop solutions

This requisition may be filled as either a Principal Engineer (level 3) or Senior Principal Engineer (level 4) based on the qualifications below.

Basic Qualifications:

• Principal Structural Analysis Engineer: BS in a relevant Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM) discipline and 5+ years relevant experience to include a background in aerospace structural analysis; OR MS in a relevant STEM discipline and 3+ years relevant experience, to include a background in aerospace structural analysis; OR Ph.D. in a relevant STEM discipline and 1+ years relevant experience to include a background in aerospace structural analysis

• Sr. Principal Structural Analysis Engineer: BS in a relevant Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM) discipline and 9+ years relevant experience to include a background in aerospace structural analysis; OR MS in a relevant STEM discipline and 7+ years relevant experience, to include a background in aerospace structural analysis; OR Ph.D. in a relevant STEM discipline and 4+ years relevant experience to include a background in aerospace structural analysis experience to include a background in aerospace structural analysis

• Ability obtain and maintain a DoD Secret Clearance

Preferred Qualifications:

• Degree in Mechanical, Structural, or Aerospace Engineering

• Experience NAVAIR programs

• Aerospace structural analysis experience using NASTRAN, PATRAN, or FEMAP

• Experience with analysis of metallic structure and repair methods

• Experience supporting manufacturing/maintenance activities

• Analysis experience in a MRB role

• Experience with durability and damage tolerance (DaDT) of aircraft structures

• Experience with aircraft spectrum and loads development

We offer flexible work arrangements, 9/80 work schedule with every other Friday off, phenomenal learning opportunities, exposure to a wide variety of projects and customers, and a very friendly team environment. We are looking for self-motivated, proactive, and goal-oriented people to help us grow our services and become even better at what we do.

Salary Range: $90,400 USD - $135,600 USD

Salary Range 2: $112,000 USD - $168,000 USD

Employees may be eligible for 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. 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.

The health and safety of our employees and their families is a top priority. The company encourages employees to remain up-to-date on their COVID-19 vaccinations. U.S. Northrop Grumman employees may be required, in the future, to be vaccinated or have an approved disability/medical or religious accommodation, pursuant to future court decisions and/or government action on the currently stayed federal contractor vaccine mandate under Executive Order 14042 https://www.saferfederalworkforce.gov/contractors/.

Northrop 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 our complete EEO/AA and Pay Transparency statement, please visit http://www.northropgrumman.com/EEO. U.S. Citizenship is required for most positions.