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Northrop Grumman Space Systems is seeking a Principal Structural Engineer to join the Command and Launch Team (CLT). This position is located in Roy, UT and supports the Ground Based Strategic Deterrent (GBSD) program.

What You’ll Get To Do:

The selected candidate will be responsible for executing linear and nonlinear structural analysis scope using ABAQUS and/or ANSYS tools. Responsibilities will include executing analysis efforts to support Launch Equipment design, development, production and deployment. This includes finite element (static, transient, buckling, modal), fatigue, random vibration, weld and bolted joint analyses. In addition, the candidate will be supporting test objective development for model validation and qualification. Candidate will generate analysis documentation artifacts and prepare CDRL for customer deliveries. The selected candidate will work in a dynamic people-focused environment where he/she will interact with users, customers and other engineers.

As a full-time employee of Northrop Grumman Space Systems, you are eligible for our robust benefits package including:

• Medical, Dental & Vision coverage
• 401k
• Educational Assistance
• Life Insurance
• Employee Assistance Programs & Work/Life Solutions
• Paid Time Off
• Health & Wellness Resources
• Employee Discounts

This positions standard work schedule is a 9/80. The 9/80 schedule allows employees who work a nine-hour day Monday through Thursday to take every other Friday off. This role may offer a competitive relocation assistance package.

You’ll Bring These Qualifications:

• Bachelor of Science degree in a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Math) discipline and 5 years of experience; 3 years with Master’s Degree; 0 years with PhD

• Experience performing dynamic and static structural analysis

• Experience working with ANSYS or ABAQUS tool

• Proficient in post-processing of analysis data using MATLAB, MathCAD, or EXCEL

• Proficient writer and able to verbally communicate technical content

• Must be a US citizen with ability to obtain DoD Secret clearance and special program access clearance

These Qualifications Would be Nice to Have:

• Proficiency with ABAQUS, FEMAP, and ANSYS tools

• Exposure to structural test applications

• Experience with seismic analysis (ASCE 7)

• Exposure to missiles program requirements & with propulsion

• Able to navigate through NX 3D models and CPLM

• TeamCenter CPLM experience

• Active DoD Secret clearance granted or updated within past 6 years

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