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Principal/Senior Principal Structural Engineer
Northrop Grumman Systems Corporation · 🇺🇸 United States-Maryland-Baltimore
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About the role
RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: Yes 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. At the heart of Defining Possible is our commitment to missions. In rapidly changing global security environments, Northrop Grumman brings informed insights and software-secure technology to enable strategic planning. We’re looking for innovators who can help us keep building on our wide portfolio of secure, affordable, integrated, and multi-domain systems and technologies that fuel those missions. By joining in our shared mission, we’ll support you by expanding your personal network and developing skills, whether you are new to the field, or an industry thought leader. At Northrop Grumman, you’ll have the resources, support, and team to do some of the best work of your career. We are looking for you to join our team as a Principal / Senior Principal Structural Engineer based out of Linthicum, MD. This position is a part of our Structures Analysis team within the Hardware Engineering Organization. Our work includes but is not limited to Airborne Multifunctional Sensors such as Active Electronically Scanned Array (AESA) Radars. What You’ll Get to Do: This position includes both leadership and support of analysts and direct execution of structural analysis projects on airborne, shipboard, and ground based structures. Analysis tasks will encompass loads development, stress analysis (static and fatigue), and vibration analysis of metallic and composite structures. Structural Lead tasks will include mentoring, estimating, planning, staffing recommendations, preparation of deliverable documentation and statusing program customers. Structural analysts are expected to work closely with Integrated Product Team (IPT) Leads/Product Owners to meet aggressive schedules, develop innovative solutions to complex technical problems, and advise program and functional management on technical risks and opportunities. Duties and Responsibilities: • Performing structural analysis on aerospace, shipboard, ground based, and space radar systems and structures. • Loads development, stress analysis (static and fatigue), and vibration analysis of metallic and composite structures. • Performing classical structural analysis, as well as finite element analysis is essential. Utilizing excellent written and verbal communication skills is important for clear communication of results through reports and presentations. • Collaborate in a team environment, mentor less experienced personnel, prioritize and organize tasks to support program milestones. This position is contingent upon contract award, ability to obtain an active U.S Government Secret Clearance or the successful transfer of an active US. Government Secret Clearance prior to start. This position can be filled as a Principal Structural Engineer or a Senior Principal Structural Engineer Basic Qualifications for a Principal Structural Engineer: Bachelor’