Lead Structural Engineer

2 weeks ago


Palmdale, California, United States Northrop Grumman Full time

Requisition ID: R

  • Category: Engineering
  • Location: Palmdale, California, United States of America
  • Clearance Type: Secret
  • Telecommute: No - Teleworking not available for this position
  • Shift: 1st Shift (United States of America)
  • Travel Required: Yes, 10% of the Time
  • Relocation Assistance: Relocation assistance may be available
  • Positions Available: 1

At Northrop Grumman, our workforce is presented with exceptional opportunities to engage in groundbreaking systems that influence lives globally, both now and for future generations. Our innovative and forward-thinking ethos has positioned us at the leading edge of numerous technological milestones in our nation's narrative - from pioneering transatlantic flights to developing stealth technology and achieving lunar landings. We seek individuals who possess audacious ideas, bravery, and a pioneering mindset to collaborate in shaping the future while enjoying the journey.

Our organizational culture fosters intellectual curiosity, cognitive diversity, and the expression of one's authentic self at work, driven by an unyielding ambition to accomplish what others deem unattainable. Our employees are not merely witnesses to history; they are actively crafting it.

Essential Functions:

  • Collaborate with senior engineering personnel to devise comprehensive solutions to complex challenges that are imaginative, practical, and aligned with program objectives.
  • Ensure effective coordination and communication with various disciplines throughout the design solution development process.
  • Deliver clear presentations and articulate explanations of structural challenges and solutions to internal management and client representatives.
  • Conduct thorough reviews of completed analyses, drawings, and repairs for precision, clarity, and completeness.
  • Assess engineering products for adherence to established standards, procedures, and specifications.

Basic Qualifications:

Principal Engineer - Structural Analysis (T03):

  • Bachelor of Science Degree in a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, or Math) field with a minimum of 5 years of engineering experience, or a Master's degree in a STEM field with at least 3 years of experience, or a PhD in a STEM discipline.
  • Active in-scope DOD Secret clearance.
  • Capability to obtain and maintain Special Program Access (SAP/PAR) upon commencement.
  • Proficiency in Structural Analysis Methods and documentation, along with experience in managing extensive Finite Element Models.
  • Experience with Material Review Board (MRB) statements of work.
  • Expertise in Bonded Composite Structural Analysis for primary and secondary aircraft structures.
  • Demonstrated experience as a team lead or section lead for stress analysis.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Experience conducting Damage Tolerance (DaDt) analysis on composite structures.
  • Experience conducting Damage Tolerance (DaDt) analysis on metallic structures.
  • Experience with Special Access Programs.
  • Experience in military aircraft analysis.
  • Analytical experience in a MRB capacity.

Salary Range: $107,300 - $160,900
Salary Range 2: $133,000 - $199,600
The aforementioned salary range serves as a general guideline; however, Northrop Grumman evaluates several factors when determining base salary offers, including the scope and responsibilities of the position, as well as the candidate's experience, education, skills, and prevailing market conditions.

Northrop Grumman is dedicated to fostering and maintaining a diverse workforce. We proudly uphold our status as an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action 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.



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