Sr. Principal Aeronautical Engineer

US CITIZENSHIP REQUIRED FOR THIS POSITION: Yes

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available

CLEARANCE TYPE: None

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.

Northrop Grumman's Space Systems - Propulsion Division is seeking a Sr. Principal Aeronautical Engineer to join our team. This position will be located at our Promontory, UT facility.

Role description & Responsibilities:

This Aeronautical Engineer position involves thermal analysis of rocket motor nozzles, igniters, and other components. Engineer will work in a team environment to help design motor thermal protection systems, and to verify compliance to design requirements. Analysts are involved in all aspects of thermal modeling at Propulsion Systems, including extensive thermal analysis support during motor development, definition of analysis methods and tools, motor production support, and characterization of material thermal properties. Work is performed using multiple in-house and commercial thermal analysis codes. Experience in the thermal/fluids discipline and in working with numerical methods is essential.

Job Duties:

• Analyze and define thermal protection systems for solid rocket motors

• Define boundary conditions and develop approaches for thermal analysis of rocked motor components

• Define and apply models to predict in-depth thermal response

• Prepare technical presentations and reports related to work performed

• Master and help to maintain technical standards related to thermal/fluids analyses

Experience Requirements:

• MS degree

• Ability to obtain a security clearance

• Knowledge of the thermal/fluids discipline with a focus on computational methods

Experience Preferred:

• Computational experience with thermal analysis

• Experience with grid generation and CAD

Skills & Qualifications:

• Strong application skills analytical software, including geometry preparation and grid generation

• Strong communication skills with the ability to clearly present technical information in both written and oral formats

• Team oriented with a proactive approach to problem solving

Education/Certifications

• MS degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering required and 7 years experience

• U.S. Citizenship is required

Salary Range: $114,900.00 - $172,300.00

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.

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://www.northropgrumman.com/EEO. U.S. Citizenship is required for most positions.