
Structural Engineer/Principal Structural Engineer
Required skills
- metallic structures
- airframe structures
- primary structures
- secondary structures
- hand-sheet analysis
- Finite Element Models
- Finite Element Methodologies
- Secret clearance
- Aerospace
- Mechanical
Nice to have
- FEMAP
- NX NASTRAN
- military aircraft
- MIL-STD regulations
- technical presentation
- customer interface
Role summary
Northrop Grumman is seeking a Structural Analysis Engineer or Principal Structural Analysis Engineer in Clearfield, UT. This role involves conducting structural modification stress analysis, primarily for metallic airframe structures, using tools like FEMAP and NX NASTRAN. Responsibilities include performing stress analysis on primary and secondary structures, reviewing designs, collaborating with other disciplines, presenting solutions, and maintaining/improving designs. The position requires a Bachelor's degree in Engineering with relevant experience (2+ years for Engineer, 5+ years for Principal) in aerospace structural analysis, or a Master's/PhD with less experience. Experience with composite or metallic structural analysis, FEA methodologies, and the ability to obtain a Secret clearance are necessary. Preferred qualifications include experience with FEMAP/NX NASTRAN, military aircraft, MIL-STD regulations, and customer presentations.
Description
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.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 Aeronautic Systems is seeking a Structural Analysis Engineer or Principal Structural Analysis Engineer to join our diverse team in Clearfield, UT. This position is for the 1st shift with a 9/80 work schedule.
The primary role involves conducting structural modification stress analysis in a fast-paced environment.
We are looking for an engineer who can analyze, research, and develop structural engineering specifications primarily for metallic structures. Responsibilities include analyzing metallic airframe structures, as well as performing analysis using tools such as FEMAP, NX NASTRAN and other software applications.
Essential Functions:
Perform stress analysis for primary and secondary structures.
Review completed analyses, drawings, and repairs for accuracy, clarity, and completeness.
Collaborate effectively with other disciplines during the design development process.
Present and explain structural issues and solutions clearly to internal management and customers.
Maintain and improve part designs, equipment, and systems to support post-production deliveries.
Develop comprehensive and practical solutions to complex problems that align with program objectives.
Evaluate as-built products for compliance with standards, procedures, and specifications.
Utilize structural analysis methods and documentation, including hand-sheet analysis and manipulation of large Finite Element Models.
Position may be filled as either an Engineer (Level 2) OR Principal Engineer (Level 3) depending on the qualifications below.
Basic Qualifications:
Engineer Structural: A bachelor’s degree in engineering (Aerospace, Mechanical, or Civil) with a minimum of 2 years of experience in aerospace structural analysis, or a master’s degree in engineering (Aerospace, Mechanical, or Civil) with no experience required.
Principal Engineer Structural: A bachelor’s degree in engineering (Aerospace, Mechanical, or Civil) with a minimum of 5 years of experience in aerospace structural analysis; a master’s degree in engineering (Aerospace, Mechanical, or Civil) with a minimum of 3 years of experience; or a PhD with no prior experience required.
Experience in bonded composite OR metallic structural analysis of primary and secondary aircraft structures.
Proficiency in structural analysis methods and documentation, including hand-sheet analysis and large Finite Element Model manipulation.
Familiarity with the structural application of Finite Element Methodologies.
Must have the ability to obtain and maintain a US Government Secret clearance; clearance not required to start employment.
Must have the ability to obtain any Program Special access required within a reasonable period of time, as determined by the company to meet its business needs.
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience using FEMAP and NX NASTRAN
Experience working on military aircraft.
Knowledge of MIL-STD regulations as they pertain to aerospace structures.
Experience presenting technical topics and interfacing directly with the customer.
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