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Engineering - Systems
Chandler, AZ (On-Site/Office)
RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available
CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret
TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the Time
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.
Northrop Grumman Space Systems designs, builds and delivers space, defense and aviation-related systems to customers around the world. Our main products include launch vehicles and related propulsion systems; missile products, subsystems and defense electronics; precision weapons, armament systems and ammunition; satellites and associated space components and services; and advanced aerospace structures.
Northrop Grumman Space System Sector is looking for a Staff Engineer Modeling & Simulation: Thermal Analysis to join the Thermal Analysis team within Launch Vehicles at the Chandler, AZ facility. This engineer will take over a leadership role as a Thermal Point of Contact for the first flight of a critical launch vehicle program. This role will require the engineer to be able to properly scope out thermal work for a launch vehicle program and to ensure that the work is done in an orderly and prompt manner. This will include directing other engineers to perform tasks and working with them to ensure task completion to program satisfaction.
Essential Functions:
Basic Qualifications:
Preferred Qualifications:
Primary Level Salary Range: $147,700.00 - $221,500.00
The above salary range represents a general guideline; however, Northrop Grumman considers a number of factors when determining base salary offers such as the scope and responsibilities of the position and the candidate's experience, education, skills and current market conditions.
Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay. Annual bonuses are designed to reward individual contributions as well as allow employees to share in company results. Employees in Vice President or Director positions may be eligible for Long Term Incentives. In addition, Northrop Grumman provides a variety of benefits including health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, savings plan, Company paid holidays and paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business.
The application period for the job is estimated to be 20 days from the job posting date. However, this timeline may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates.
Northrop Grumman is an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class. For our complete EEO and pay transparency statement, please visit http://www.northropgrumman.com/EEO. U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.
CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret
TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the Time
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.
Northrop Grumman Space Systems designs, builds and delivers space, defense and aviation-related systems to customers around the world. Our main products include launch vehicles and related propulsion systems; missile products, subsystems and defense electronics; precision weapons, armament systems and ammunition; satellites and associated space components and services; and advanced aerospace structures.
Northrop Grumman Space System Sector is looking for a Staff Engineer Modeling & Simulation: Thermal Analysis to join the Thermal Analysis team within Launch Vehicles at the Chandler, AZ facility. This engineer will take over a leadership role as a Thermal Point of Contact for the first flight of a critical launch vehicle program. This role will require the engineer to be able to properly scope out thermal work for a launch vehicle program and to ensure that the work is done in an orderly and prompt manner. This will include directing other engineers to perform tasks and working with them to ensure task completion to program satisfaction.
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 ordnance
- Perform heat transfer analysis of components and systems on the ground and in space
- Take/provide 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
- Known proficiency with thermal software (Sinda/Fluint, Thermal Desktop, ATAC, Star-CCM+, 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
Basic Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in a STEM discipline (Science, Technology, Engineering or Math) with 12 years of related engineering experience, OR a Master's in STEM with 10 years of engineering related experience, or a PhD in STEM with 8 years of engineering related experience
- Ability to obtain a DoD Secret security clearance
- Strong thermal background with demonstrated work experience and knowledge as a thermal analyst/lead
- Ability to read engineering drawings and specifications
- Familiarity with thermodynamics, aerodynamics, compressible flow, CFD, and fluid mechanics
- Computer skills with standard word processing/spreadsheet experience
- Ability to listen effectively, take/give direction, and possess initiative to accomplish/oversee assigned tasks and complete work in a timely fashion
Preferred Qualifications:
- Master's Degree in Mechanical/Aerospace principles (specifically Thermal focus)
- Active DoD Secret security clearance, or higher
- Extensive Thermal Desktop, Sinda, Star-CCM+, and Matlab experience
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Basic problem-solving skills
Primary Level Salary Range: $147,700.00 - $221,500.00
The above salary range represents a general guideline; however, Northrop Grumman considers a number of factors when determining base salary offers such as the scope and responsibilities of the position and the candidate's experience, education, skills and current market conditions.
Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay. Annual bonuses are designed to reward individual contributions as well as allow employees to share in company results. Employees in Vice President or Director positions may be eligible for Long Term Incentives. In addition, Northrop Grumman provides a variety of benefits including health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, savings plan, Company paid holidays and paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business.
The application period for the job is estimated to be 20 days from the job posting date. However, this timeline may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates.
Northrop Grumman is an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class. For our complete EEO and pay transparency statement, please visit http://www.northropgrumman.com/EEO. U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.
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