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Aeronautical Engineer OR Principal Aeronautical Engineer (Aerody
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What they do
An Aerospace Engineer designs aircraft, missiles, and spacecraft using knowledge of engineering and physics, and tests prototypes to see if they work according to design. May specialize in aeronautical design and work with airplanes and helicopters, or specialize in astronautical design and work with vehicles used in outer space. May specialize in a particular area of design, such as aerodynamic flow or navigation.
$138,433 / year median in California
+9% projected growth
Job Description
- $137,600 Job Description
RELOCATION ASSISTANCE
Relocation assistance may be availableCLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START
YesCLEARANCE TYPE
Secret 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 Aeronautics Systems
- Research & Advanced Design (R&AD) transforms breakthrough ideas into mission-ready capabilities through intelligent anticipation.
Responsibilities Include:
Aerodynamic analysis, aerodynamic database generation, and wind tunnel test support for aircraft designs Design synthesis and optimization of vehicles to mission requirements Conduct aerodynamic analysis and design trade studies to define and evaluate advanced concepts, predict aerodynamic behavior, identify technology requirements, and provide design guidance to the other team disciplines. Develop technical solutions to various problems, which require the regular use of ingenuity and creativity. Interact with and brief external stakeholders This position can be filled at either the Aeronautical Engineer (Aerodynamics) level OR the Principal Aeronautical Engineer (Aerodynamics) level, depending upon the qualifications below. Basic Qualifications for Aeronautical Engineer (Aerodynamics) Bachelor of Science in a related Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM) discipline with 2 years of relevant professional engineering experience OR a Master of Science in a related STEM discipline with 0 years of professional engineering experience. Experience building aerodynamic databases from test and analysis data Experience with aircraft aerodynamic conceptual design and drag build up Experience with stability and control vehicle assessments Active US Government Secret clearance (or higher) Ability to obtain and maintain Special Program Access (SAP). This SAP must be obtained within a reasonable amount of time as determined by the company to meet its business needs. Basic Qualifications for Principal Aeronautical Engineer (Aerodynamics) Bachelor of Science in a related Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM) discipline with 5 years of relevant professional engineering experience; OR a Master of Science in a related STEM discipline with 3 years of relevant professional engineering experience; OR a PhD in a related STEM discipline with 1 year of relevant professional engineering experience. Experience building aerodynamic databases from test and analysis data Experience with aircraft aerodynamic conceptual design and drag build up Experience with stability and control vehicle assessments Active US Government Secret clearance (or higher) Ability to obtain and maintain Special Program Access (SAP). This SAP must be obtained within a reasonable amount of time as determined by the company to meet its business needs.Preferred Qualifications for both levels:
Experience with Aircraft System Identification Experience withWind Tunnel Test Planning and Support Primary Level Salary Range:
$91,800.00- $137,600.
Secondary Level Salary Range:
$114,000.00- $171,000.