This position is for a Structural Analysis Engineer specializing in Multi-Body Dynamics (MBD) and kinematic simulation, reporting to the MBD/Analysis Manager. The successful candidate will join a growing team of MBD engineers responsible for performing motion simulations at both the system and subsystem levels in support of a wide range of space vehicle operations and maneuvers. The role involves developing and executing detailed kinematic simulations of complex mechanical, mechatronic, and robotic systems.
This position will work a 9/80 schedule, with every other Friday off.
Your Role and Impact
This role requires a strong understanding of computational methods and the ability to process and generate reliable interpretations of complex simulation and test data.
As an expert in Computer-Aided Engineering (CAE), the engineer in this role will perform highly technical work by co-simulating multiple CAE tools to execute complex analyses. Strong programming and modeling skills are required. The engineer may spend up to 10% of total working hours on the maintenance and deployment of engineering applications and computational resources, including specialized workstations and servers.
The role may also involve testing of prototypes and flight hardware, as well as correlation of simulation models with test results.
Responsibilities will include Finite Element Analysis (FEA) tasks, such as stress/strength, vibration, and loads and dynamics analyses.
This role requires regular commuting between our Dulles, VA and McLean, VA locations.
Other duties as assigned
If this job description reads like it was written specifically for you, consider joining our team!
This position can be filled at either a Level 2 or Level 3.
Basic Qualifications for Level 2
Bachelor’s degree in a STEM field with 2 years of professional experience – OR – Master’s degree with 0 years of professional experience.
Must have the ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government Top-Secret security clearance
Demonstrated excellence in a space vehicle dynamics/kinematics field such as structural design, stress analysis, materials, and/or vehicle dynamics.
Basic Qualifications for Level 3
Bachelor’s degree in a STEM field with 5 years of professional experience – OR – Master’s degree with 3 years of professional experience – OR – PhD with 1 year of professional experience.
Must have the ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government Top-Secret security clearance
Demonstrated excellence in a space vehicle dynamics/kinematics field such as structural design, stress analysis, materials, and/or vehicle dynamics.
Preferred Qualifications
3+ years of space system simulation engineering experience.
Demonstrated success in leadership/management roles.
Experience with Simcenter 3D Motion, HEEDS MDO, and/or Amesim simulation tools.
Experience in controller modeling using Matlab/Simulink
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Primary Level Salary Range: $91,800.00 - $137,600.00
Secondary Level Salary Range: $114,000.00 - $171,000.00
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.
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