Northrop Grumman Australia · 15 hours ago
Multidisciplinary Design Analysis and Optimization (MDAO) Engineer 3/4 (AHT)
United States-California-Northridge
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$110K/yr - $166K/yr
5+ years expNorthrop Grumman is a leading aerospace and defense company looking for a Multidisciplinary Design Analysis and Optimization (MDAO) Engineer 3 or 4 to join their Advanced Weapons team in Northridge, CA. The role involves developing and executing multidisciplinary analysis and optimization studies for air vehicle concepts, ensuring designs meet performance and safety requirements through advanced computational methods.
Defense & Space
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Develop and execute multidisciplinary analysis and optimization (MDAO) studies for diverse air vehicle concepts using advanced problem-solving tools
Apply Python programming skills and proficiency with frameworks such as OpenMDAO for model integration and trade study automation
Implement and run trajectory optimization analyses utilizing tools such as Taos, Dymos, or similar platforms
Design and analyze systems architectures, supporting rapid assessment and iteration of concepts through trade studies and performance sensitivity analyses
Model aerodynamic, propulsion, and general vehicle subsystems (including sensors, warheads, etc.) to support end-to-end system simulation
Leverage statistical and gradient-based optimization techniques (e.g., SNOPT, IPOPT) to solve complex, constrained engineering problems
Communicate highly technical analysis findings and recommendations effectively to senior leaders and non-technical stakeholders
Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to integrate analytical models and support program decision making
Exhibit excellent organization and leadership skills
Demonstrate adaptability and eagerness to work on rapidly evolving projects and priorities
Be a self-starter with strong organizational skills and a collaborative mindset
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree with a minimum of five (5) years of MDAO or related engineering roles within aerospace, defense, or closely aligned industries OR a Master's Degree with three (3) years of experience OR a PhD with one (1) year of experience
Experience with aircraft or weapon design, layout, sizing and performance analysis tools with 6 -DOF simulations
Strong code development on Linux/Windows using MATLAB, scientific Python (e.g., numpy, scipy), C++
Strong foundation in systems architecture and rapid trade study analysis methods
Experience in statistical analysis and optimization, with emphasis on gradient-based methods and use of solvers (SNOPT, IPOPT, etc.)
Strong communication skills to communicate complex technical information clearly to senior leadership and multi-disciplinary audiences
Ability to obtain a US Government Secret security clearance
Bachelor's degree with a minimum of eight (8) years of MDAO or related engineering roles within aerospace, defense, or closely aligned industries OR a Master's Degree with six (6) years of experience OR a PhD with four (4) years of experience
Experience with aircraft or weapon design, layout, sizing and performance analysis tools with 6 -DOF simulations
Strong code development on Linux/Windows using MATLAB, scientific Python (e.g., numpy, scipy), C++
Strong foundation in systems architecture and rapid trade study analysis methods
Experience in statistical analysis and optimization, with emphasis on gradient-based methods and use of solvers (SNOPT, IPOPT, etc.)
Strong communication skills to communicate complex technical information clearly to senior leadership and multi-disciplinary audiences
Ability to obtain a US Government Secret security clearance
Preferred
Current Active Secret clearance or higher with a Periodic Reinvestigation within the last five (5) years
Proven Weapon Systems Modeling experience
Familiar with military aircraft or weapon design principles and tools
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 Australia
Northrop Grumman Australia is the Australia-based arm of Northrop Grumman Corporation and committed to generating long-term prosperity, investing in advanced Research & Development, sovereign and exportable Intellectual Property, high-quality jobs and long-term technology leadership across the Commonwealth.
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageCompany data provided by crunchbase