Structural Engineer - 4

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available

CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: No

CLEARANCE TYPE: None

TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the TimeDescription

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.

As a NASA Metal Structures Joints Engineer - Level 4 located in Promontory, UT, you'll be a linchpin in missions of paramount importance, defining the art of the possible from day one.

The candidate will coordinate with the program and other engineers to meet the programs deadlines. This position is responsible for aiding the development and production of metal structures, joints and seals for rocket motor cases and associated hardware. Candidate will contribute to both major design and analytical efforts based on knowledge and experience

This position will work a 9/80 schedule, with every other Friday off.

Your Role and Impact:

• Lead engineer for bolted and pinned joints on NASA programs
• Responsible engineer for design and analysis of various joints within the SLS program and BOLE program
• Create standards and best practices for work centers for processing of bolted joints including inspections and rework
• Create engineering drawings and specifications to define design for hardware fabrication, write test plans, support fabrication efforts, oversee testing, analyze test data and revise designs based on results.
• Perform 2D and 3D structural analysis for the design of flight hardware and test articles using Siemens NX CAD software and ANSYS
• Perform analysis on bolted or pinned joint configurations using hand calculations and ANSYS
• Provide production support including MRB resolution for joint related issues
• Develop design best practices joint considerations and provide to team
• Mentor other engineers in team on joint design
• Lead and organize major joint related analysis and testing for development and certification under guidance of SME (subject matter expert)
• Coordinate and serve as liaison between structures and various component owners
• Other duties as assigned

If this job description reads like it was written specifically for you, consider joining our team!

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or associated discipline with 8 years of solid rocket motor design and manufacturing experience - OR - Master's degree with 6 years of professional experience - OR - PhD with 4 years of professional experience.
• Strong understanding of NG Design & Analysis role, responsibility, and Propulsion system organization
• Strong understanding of NG drawing standards and GD&T including NX
• Experience with drawing release, test report writing, MRB dispositions, and technical report writing
• Experience with Finite Element Analysis using ANSYS
• Experience with designing and analyzing pinned and bolted joints
• Experience with production of pinned and bolted joint designs
• Strong problem-solving skills and a self-starter
• Ability to communicate technical content through email, phone, in-person and group settings
• Ability to collaborate and mentor team members

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master's degree in mechanical engineering or associated discipline
• Strong understanding of solid rocket motor system design, development, and manufacturing.
• Extensive background knowledge of the NASA program
• Knowledge of sealing element and thermal barriers with various joint configurations
• Knowledge of RSRM leak test theory and application and joint design implications
• Structures design experience with metallic materials

Primary Level Salary Range: $122,800.00 - $184,200.00

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.