Engineer Systems Modeling & Simulation - Level 3 : Thermal Analysis

Northrop Grumman•Chandler, AZ

54d

About The Position

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. Our pioneering and inventive spirit has enabled us to be at the forefront of many technological advancements in our nation's history - from the first flight across the Atlantic Ocean, to stealth bombers, to landing on the moon. We look for people who have bold new ideas, courage and a pioneering spirit to join forces to invent the future, and have fun along the way. Our culture thrives on intellectual curiosity, cognitive diversity and bringing your whole self to work — and we have an insatiable drive to do what others think is impossible. Our employees are not only part of history, they're making history. Northrop Grumman Space System Sector is looking for an Engineer Systems Modeling & Simulation - Level 3 to join the Thermal Analysis team within Launch Vehicles at the Chandler, AZ facility. Essential Functions: Under minimal direction, perform a variety of thermal engineering tasks of an analysis, design, or test nature Apply theoretical knowledge and engineering techniques to the solution of analytical engineering problems Select and/or modify proven methods, mathematical formulas, previous design and test information, handbook data or other available information related to the assignment Thermal analysis of avionics, structures and liquid propellants Perform heat transfer analysis of components and systems on the ground and in space Take direction and address issues using skills obtained in the field of engineering, or related thermal sciences as it relates to missile and space systems Use classical heat transfer methods and software to predict temperatures and design thermal protection of rocket components on the ground and in flight Learn and develop proficiency with thermal software (Sinda/Fluint, Thermal Desktop, ATAC, and other specialized heat transfer codes) Interpret, select, and apply company/commercial/military specifications and customer requirements to accomplish specific analyses Produce engineering documentation and technical reports/analyses to support design, integration, and testing efforts Responsible for gathering, compiling, and interpreting technical data such as flight data, test data, or material test reports Other duties upon request

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in a STEM discipline (Science, Technology, Engineering or Math) with 5 years of related engineering experience, OR a Master's in STEM with 3 years of experience, or a PhD in STEM with 1 year related engineering experience
Ability to obtain a DoD Secret security clearance
Strong thermal background with demonstrated work experience and knowledge as a thermal analyst
Ability to read engineering drawings and specifications
Familiarity with thermodynamics, aerodynamics, compressible flow and fluid mechanics
Computer skills with standard word processing/spreadsheet experience
Ability to listen effectively, take direction, and possess initiative to accomplish assigned tasks and complete work in a timely fashion
U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.

Nice To Haves

Master's Degree in Mechanical/Aerospace principles
Active DoD Secret security clearance, or higher
Thermal Desktop, Sinda, and Matlab experience
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Basic problem-solving skills

Responsibilities

perform a variety of thermal engineering tasks of an analysis, design, or test nature
Apply theoretical knowledge and engineering techniques to the solution of analytical engineering problems
Select and/or modify proven methods, mathematical formulas, previous design and test information, handbook data or other available information related to the assignment
Thermal analysis of avionics, structures and liquid propellants
Perform heat transfer analysis of components and systems on the ground and in space
Take direction and address issues using skills obtained in the field of engineering, or related thermal sciences as it relates to missile and space systems
Use classical heat transfer methods and software to predict temperatures and design thermal protection of rocket components on the ground and in flight
Learn and develop proficiency with thermal software (Sinda/Fluint, Thermal Desktop, ATAC, and other specialized heat transfer codes)
Interpret, select, and apply company/commercial/military specifications and customer requirements to accomplish specific analyses
Produce engineering documentation and technical reports/analyses to support design, integration, and testing efforts
Responsible for gathering, compiling, and interpreting technical data such as flight data, test data, or material test reports
Other duties upon request