Northrop Grumman · 1 month ago
Engineer Systems Modeling & Simulation - Level 3 : Loads & Dynamics - R10213314
Northrop Grumman is a leading aerospace and defense technology company, seeking an Engineer Systems Modeling & Simulation - Level 3 at their Chandler, AZ facility. The role involves developing complex dynamic models of launch vehicles and contributing to the success of defense systems through various analyses and simulations.
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Responsibilities
Under limited supervision, the candidate will develop complex dynamic models of launch vehicles, verify model quality, and determine steady and transient launch vehicle responses during liftoff, ascent, and staging
Performing multi-body kinematics simulations for separation events like fairing deployment, staging, and spacecraft separation
Define scope of task, perform analyses utilizing appropriate classical and computer aided techniques, and prepare results for presentations and analysis reports
Contribute to the success of vital defense systems that protect the nation by supporting cutting-edge development of upcoming long-range missile defense interceptors, targets, space launch, and strike vehicles
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in a STEM discipline (Science, Technology, Engineering or Math) with 5 years of related engineering experience; OR a Master's degree in STEM with 3 years of related engineering experience, OR a PhD in STEM with 1 years of related engineering experience
Ability to obtain a DoD Secret security clearance
In-depth knowledge of vibration theory, structural dynamics, rigid body dynamics, and finite element methods
Preferred
Active DoD Secret security clearance, or higher
Bachelors or Master's in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering
Proficiency in FEA software, preferably NASTRAN, ABAQUS, or Femap
Proficiency in MATLAB or Python
Ability to apply fundamental analytical techniques and prepare written analyses
Previous experience with launch vehicle coupled loads analysis (CLA) and Craig-Bampton models
Experience with modal test, modal analysis, or explicit dynamics/FEA
Familiarity with Linux
Benefits
Health insurance coverage
Life and disability insurance
Savings plan
Company paid holidays
Paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business
Company
Northrop Grumman
Northrop Grumman is an aerospace, defense and security company that provides training and satellite ground network communications software.
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$3.7BKey Investors
U.S. Department of DefenseNASA
2025-05-27Post Ipo Debt· $1B
2024-01-29Post Ipo Debt· $2.5B
2023-12-20Grant· $72M
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