Noise Vibration and Harshness Engineer Level 2/3

Northrop GrummanSunnyvale, CA
$91,800 - $171,000Onsite

About The Position

Northrop Grumman Mission Systems is seeking a Noise Vibration and Harshness (NVH) Engineer Level 2 or 3 to support the development and ongoing support of world-class US Navy machinery (turbines, generators, motors, and other system components based out of Sunnyvale, CA. In this role, you will play a critical part in the development and management of machinery acoustics (vibrations and emitted noise), and mitigation strategies. This position requires a blend of technical expertise, problem-solving skills, and a passion for improving machinery quality and customer satisfaction. You will work closely with cross-functional teams to diagnose, analyze, and mitigate NVH issues, ensuring our machinery meet the most challenging standards.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's Degree in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering or Math) discipline with 2 years relevant work experience; or Master’s Degree in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering or Math) with no relevant work experience. (For Level 2)
  • Bachelor's Degree in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering or Math) discipline with 5 years relevant work experience; or Master’s Degree in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering or Math) with 3 years of relevant experience; or Ph.D in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering or Math) with no relevant work experience. (For Level 3)
  • Experience with simulation software tools: Hypermesh, Nastran, Abaqus, MATLAB (or similar)
  • Must be a US citizen.
  • Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret Clearance.

Nice To Haves

  • Experience in developing system-level finite element models.
  • Experience in performing a classical and finite element analysis solution types.
  • Experience collecting and analyzing large data sets.

Responsibilities

  • Use classical analysis techniques to establish an understanding of machinery acoustic performance and resolve issues.
  • Develop a variety of component and system level predictive / simulation models.
  • Perform modal, vibration, modal, direct frequency response, and sound transmission analyses to predict performance and resolve issues.
  • Gather data from tests, and analyze the results.
  • Correlate model predictions to test data to validate the approach / model.
  • Work closely with cross-function internal and customer teams.
  • Prepare technical reports and presentations summarizing findings and recommendations for internal and external stakeholders.

Benefits

  • Relocation assistance may be available
  • health insurance coverage
  • life and disability insurance
  • savings plan
  • Company paid holidays
  • paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business
  • overtime
  • shift differential
  • discretionary bonus
  • Annual bonuses
  • Long Term Incentives (for VP or Director positions)

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What This Job Offers

Job Type

Full-time

Career Level

Mid Level

Education Level

Ph.D. or professional degree

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