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Staff Structural Design Engineer

Staff Structural Design Engineer

CompanyNorthrop Grumman
LocationHill AFB, UT, USA, Huntsville, AL, USA
Salary$118600 – $206000
TypeFull-Time
DegreesBachelor’s, Master’s, PhD
Experience LevelSenior, Expert or higher

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in a Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) discipline from an accredited university and 12 years of experience, or 10 years of experience with a Master’s degree; 8 years of experience with PHD
  • Must be a US Citizen with an active DoD Secret Clearance, at time of application, current and within scope, with an investigation date within the last 6 years
  • Must have the ability to obtain and maintain Special Access Program (SAP) approval within a reasonable period of time, as determined by the company to meet its business needs
  • Experience using Microsoft (MS) Word, Excel, Power Point, MS Project and Engineering Scheduling tools or applications.
  • Experience running dynamic and static analysis
  • Experience using one or more of the following: ANSYS. Will accept employees with Femap/Nastran or Abaqus experience, but they may need training to use Ansys.
  • Proficient Post-processing using MATLAB, MathCAD, or EXCEL
  • Proficient writer and able to verbally communicate technical content

Responsibilities

  • Executing linear and nonlinear structural analysis scope using ABAQUS, Ansys, and/or FEMAP (w/Nastran solver).
  • Executing analysis efforts to support deployable mechanical mechanisms. This includes finite element (static, transient, buckling, modal), fatigue, random vibration, weld and bolted joint analyses.
  • Supporting test objective development for model verification/validation and qualification.
  • Generate analysis documentation artifacts and prepare CDRL for customer deliveries.
  • Support the ADP lead in analyzing mechanical equipment, components, products, and systems.
  • Drive the analysis and development of the mechanical portion of the System Integration owned by the ADPs.
  • Deliver required ADPs on time to meet program objectives.
  • Integrate System Integration ADPs with the various element teams to proactively eliminate disconnects.
  • Identify gaps and holes within the analysis and/or requirements and provide a path forward for resolution that is cost effective, innovative, and has minimal impact to others while filling the gap/hole.
  • Ensure the developed technical solution and ADPs meet the analysis and design requirements and product specifications from the various element/configured item specifications.
  • Recommend actions to representatives for coordinated product solution.
  • Support digital transformation initiatives relating to ADP development and release.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Proficient writer and able to verbally communicate technical content
  • Advanced or expert proficiency with ABAQUS, FEMAP, and ANSYS
  • Exposure to structural test applications
  • Experience with seismic analysis (ASCE 7)
  • Exposure to missiles program requirements & with propulsion
  • Navigate through NX 3D models and CPLM
  • TeamCenter CPLM experience
  • Strong oral and written communication skills, including demonstrated experience with high value customer presentations, with ability to focus on multiple projects with competing priorities.
  • Demonstrated experience in making sound decisions in uncertain and difficult situations.
  • Strong sense of urgency and work ethic in ensuring engineering meets customer and program expectations in a timely and efficient manner.
  • Experience in leading/supporting a development engineering team.
  • Demonstrated experience working with customers to ensure project success.
  • Experience in performing in an Agile environment and knowledge/understanding of JIRA.