Principal/Sr. Principal Structural Analyst (2nd shift)

're making history.Northrop Grumman Aeronautics Systems has an opening for a* Principal or Senior Principal Structural Analysis Engineer (2nd shift)* to join our team of qualified, diverse individuals. This position is located in Melbourne, FL*. * "A shift differential may apply"
Responsibilities Include:

• Performs classical static strength hand analysis, Durability and Damage Tolerance (DaDT) analysis, and finite element modeling and analysis for discrepant detail parts and assemblies fabricated from metal and composite materials

• Develop and document detailed structural analyses in support of aircraft repairs including but not limited to free body diagrams, internal or external loading, shear and moment diagrams, and calculation of internal stresses

• Analyses will be in support of Material Review Board (MRB) and Aircraft Structural Integrity Program (ASIP)

• May mentor less experienced personnel, prioritize and adjust tasks to accomplish the project result, prioritize multiple responsibilities and/or accomplish them simultaneously, comprehend and analyze complex problems and develop solutions

This requisition may be filled as either a Principal Engineer (level 3) or Senior Principal Engineer (level 4) based on the qualifications below.
Basic Qualifications:

• Principal Engineer: Bachelor's degree in a relevant Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) discipline and 5 years related professional/military experience; OR Master's degree in a relevant STEM discipline with 3 years of related professional/military experience

• Sr. Principal Engineer: Bachelor's degree in a relevant Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) discipline and 8 years related professional/military experience; OR Master's degree in a relevant STEM discipline and 6 years of related professional/military experience

• Relevant experience to include classical static strength hand analysis, Durability and Damage Tolerance (DaDT) analysis, and/or finite element modeling and analysis for discrepant detail parts and assemblies fabricated from metal and composite materials

• Experience with MRB related activities

• Must be willing and able to work 2nd Shift Hours: 2:30p.m - 12:00a.m EST

• Must have the ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret clearance

• Must have the ability to obtain and maintain Special Access Program (SAP) clearance

Preferred Qualifications:

• Degree in Mechanical, Aerospace, or Structural Engineering

• Experience working on an ASIP managed platform

• Aircraft structural design criteria, and nonstandard repair and equivalent strength analysis background is a plus

• Experience with crack growth software-AFGROW

• Familiarity with FEMAP/NX Nastran

• Experience with the development of dispositions for Airframe discrepancies

• Knowledge of Manufacturing Execution System/ MES, and a Northrop Grumman MRB EN/ST signature is a plus

• Current, in-scope DoD Secret clearance or higher

Salary Range: $95,300.00 - $142,900.00Salary Range 2: $118,600.00 - $178,000.00The 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.Employees may be eligible for 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 committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be 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. For our complete EEO/AA and Pay Transparency statement, please visit http://https://www.northropgrumman.com/EEO. U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.