Principal Engineer

Aerodynamics Engineer or Principal Engineer AeronauticalAt 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 Aeronautics Systems is hiring an Engineer or Principal Engineer Aeronautical to join our Vehicle Engineering organization of qualified, diverse individuals in El Segundo, CA or Melbourne, FL. We are seeking an experienced aerodynamics engineer to join our team in analyzing next-generation aerodynamic stores integration and Air Vehicle aerodynamics. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in aerodynamics and a passion for developing innovative solutions to improve flight performance.Responsibilities:Perform aerodynamic characterization efforts utilizing analytical methodsPerform analytical stores trajectory and separation analysesProvide technical analysis data for data reports and other Airworthiness artifacts required to support flight clearances and certificationSupport execution of wind tunnel test events including two-body separation testsSupport ground and flight test events, acquisition and analysis of test dataGeneral frequent use and application of technical standards, principles, theories, concepts and advanced techniquesDemonstrates the skill and ability to perform complex professional tasksInnovates solutions to a variety of technical challenges of increasing scope and complexityWork closely with other disciplines including Configuration, Aerodynamics, S&RE, Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD), Mechanisms, etc.Utilize excellent communication skills to report program milestones, technical approaches, and findings to leads, program management, and customerThis role can be filled as an Engineer (level 2) or Principal Engineer (level 3) depending on the qualifications below.Basic Qualifications:Basic qualifications for an Engineer Aeronautical include a Bachelor's in Science, Technology, Engineering or Math (STEM) and at least 2 years of relevant experience, a Master's Degree in STEM with no years of experience.Basic qualifications for a Principal Engineer Aeronautical include a Bachelor's in Science, Technology, Engineering or Math (STEM) and at least 5 years of relevant experience, a Master's Degree in STEM with 3 years of relevant experience, or a PhD Degree with no experience.Knowledge of fixed-wing aircraft aerodynamicsExperience with using aerodynamic tools and techniquesExperience using MATLAB to create, process, analyze, and visually represent dataMust have an active US Government Secret or higher clearance (with a background investigation completed within the last 6 years or currently enrolled into Continuous Evaluation)Must have the ability to obtain and maintain Special Access Program (SAP) clearance prior to the commencement of employmentPreferred Qualifications:Degree discipline in Aerospace or Aeronautical Engineering with concentration in aerodynamicsExperience with generating aerodynamic databases for 6-DOF simulationExperience in conducting 6-DOF stores trajectory and separation analysesExperience with onsite support of wind tunnel testing and data acquisition systemsExperience in supporting ground and flight test events and analyzing collected dataExperience with DOD safety board processes for store separationFortran, C/C++ and/or Python programming skillsDemonstrated record of working hard, strong communication skills, and being accountablePrimary Level Salary Range: $79,300.00 - $137,600.00 Secondary Level Salary Range: $98,400.00 - $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.