Principal Engineer Modeling & Simulation: Loads & Dynamics

Northrop Grumman • Chandler, AZ

109d • $95,300 - $142,900

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. Join Northrop Grumman on our continued mission to push the boundaries of possible across land, sea, air, space, and cyberspace. Enjoy a culture where your voice is valued and start contributing to our team of passionate professionals providing real-life solutions to our world's biggest challenges. We take pride in creating purposeful work and allowing our employees to grow and achieve their goals every day by Defining Possible. With our competitive pay and comprehensive benefits, we have the right opportunities to fit your life and launch your career today. The Mechanical Engineering Organization seeks Principal Engineer Modeling and Simulation at the Chandler, AZ facility.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in a STEM discipline (Science, Technology, Engineering or Math) with 5 years of related engineering experience; OR a Master's degree in STEM with 3 years of related engineering experience, or a PhD in STEM with 1 year of related engineering experience.
• Ability to obtain a DoD Secret security clearance.
• In-depth knowledge of vibration theory, structural dynamics, rigid body dynamics, and finite element methods.
• Proficiency in FEA software, preferably NASTRAN or ABAQUS.
• Proficiency in MATLAB or Python.
• Ability to apply fundamental analytical techniques and prepare written analyses.

Nice To Haves

• Active DoD Secret security clearance, or higher.
• Bachelors or Master's in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering.
• Proficiency in FEA software, preferably NASTRAN, Hyperworks.
• Previous experience with launch vehicle coupled loads analysis (CLA) and Craig-Bampton models.
• Experience with modal test, modal analysis, or explicit dynamics/FEA.
• Familiarity with Linux.

Responsibilities

• Develop complex dynamic models of launch vehicles, verify model quality, and determine steady and transient launch vehicle responses during liftoff, ascent, and staging.
• Perform multi-body kinematics simulations for separation events like fairing deployment, staging, and spacecraft separation.
• Define scope of task, perform analyses utilizing appropriate classical and computer aided techniques, and prepare results for presentations and analysis reports.
• Contribute to the success of vital defense systems that protect the nation by supporting cutting-edge development of upcoming long-range missile defense interceptors, targets, space launch, and strike vehicles.
• Use data from various sources to develop forcing functions for loading events.
• Recognize need for and develop new methodologies for loads analysis.

Benefits

• Health insurance coverage.
• Life and disability insurance.
• Savings plan.
• Company paid holidays.
• Paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Industry: Transportation Equipment Manufacturing
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree