Acoustic Analyst level 2/3

Northrop Grumman • Sunnyvale, CA

5d • $91,800 - $171,000 • Onsite

About The Position

Northrop Grumman Mission Systems is seeking an Acoustic Analyst level 2/3 with knowledge of thermodynamics, heat transfer, and fluid flow. The role supports the development and ongoing support of turbines, bearings, heat exchangers, and other system components used in U.S. Navy surface ship and submarine propulsion and power generation systems. The position is based in Sunnyvale, California, where the site develops, manufactures, assembles, and tests propulsion and power generation systems for naval vessels.

The selected candidate will support current and future Navy Power & Propulsion Turbomachinery development. Responsibilities include developing and integrating acoustic reduction technologies; creating predictive analysis codes; building and testing physical models; designing and building test and verification equipment; and developing, testing, and integrating acoustic solutions. The role also involves planning and roadmapping novel acoustics technologies and innovative designs, and working closely with other disciplines to optimize integration of acoustic technologies. The requisition may be filled at a higher grade based on qualifications.

Requirements

• For Engineer Level 2: Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Aerospace, or a related STEM discipline and 2 years of related experience; or a master's degree in one of these disciplines with no related experience.
• For Principal Engineer Level 3: Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Aerospace, or a related STEM discipline and 5 years of related experience; or a master's degree in one of these disciplines and 3 years of related experience; or a Ph.D. in Mechanical, Aerospace, Electrical Engineering, or a related STEM discipline with no related experience.
• Comprehensive understanding of sound generation and acoustics transmission through space and materials.
• Experience in acoustic testing and measurement, data processing, and analysis.
• Must be a U.S. citizen.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Department of Defense Secret security clearance.

Nice To Haves

• Active Secret clearance.
• Master's degree or higher in Aerospace, Mechanical, or a closely related engineering discipline.

Responsibilities

• Develop and integrate acoustic reduction technologies.
• Develop and implement predictive analysis codes.
• Build and test physical models.
• Design, develop, and build test and verification equipment.
• Develop, test, and integrate acoustic solutions.
• Plan and roadmap development of novel acoustics technologies and innovative designs.
• Work closely with other disciplines to optimize the integration of acoustic technologies.
• Support current and future Navy Power & Propulsion Turbomachinery development.

Benefits

• Health insurance coverage
• Life and disability insurance
• Savings plan
• Company-paid holidays
• Paid time off for vacation and/or personal business
• Potential eligibility for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus, depending on the position

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level