Manager Structural Engineering 2 - R10237854-2

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available

CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: No

CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret

TRAVEL: Yes, 25% 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.

The Structural Analysis Engineering Manager will be responsible for the leadership, direct supervision, and employee development of a technical staff of 10+ structural analysis engineers working on Regional Strike Launcher hardware. Primary structural engineering group responsibilities include:

• Analyzing, researching and developing structural engineering specifications involving metals, non-metallic or composite structural materials for product design
• Analyzing product designs for damage tolerance, durability and design allowables in specific structural engineering specialties including transient shock, vibration, operational loads, fatigue, and thermal analysis
• Providing technical, cost and schedule performance oversight of multiple projects, including cost account management (CAM)
• Reviewing and approving proposal estimates for new structural and acoustic work
• Developing and implementing employee career development, knowledge sharing and training plans
• Maintaining proper levels of staffing through forecasting and recruiting
• Supporting strategic planning
• Championing continuous process improvements

Tools typically utilized include NX, TeamCenter, Nastran, Abaqus, HyperMesh, MS Office suite and MS Project.

Basic Qualifications:

An engineering degree is required with 5+ years of related engineering experience. A government secret clearance will be required.  Additional qualifications include: 

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills along with the ability to read and interpret technical drawings and military specifications
• Ability to comprehend and analyze complex problems and develop solutions
• Able to collaborate in a team environment
• Ability to negotiate and integrate different viewpoints
• Able to supervise and prioritize multiple projects on schedule and within cost
• Ability to make decisions that impact on the organization’s credibility, operations and services
• Able to prepare and analyze data and figures and compose materials such as detailed reports, work‐related manuals, publications, etc.
• Ability to develop and present material to those outside the immediate work function, to all levels of the organization, and to a variety of external customers
• Must be a US Citizen
• Ability to obtain and maintain a US Government Secret Clearance

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master’s Degree in Engineering with 10+ years of related engineering experience
• A strong background in the following analysis codes: Nastran, Abaqus, LS-DYNA
• A strong background in the following standards: MIL-S-901, MIL-STD-167, MIL-STD-22, S9074-AR-GIB-10_278, PPD 802-6337550, Naval Shipboard Piping Structural Design Manual, British Standard 7608, ASME Section VIII, Division 2, API 579/ASME FFS, AISC Manual.

Primary Level Salary Range: $139,100.00 - $241,700.00

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.

The application period for the job is estimated to be 20 days from the job posting date. However, this timeline may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates.

Northrop Grumman is an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class. For our complete EEO and pay transparency statement, please visit http://www.northropgrumman.com/EEO. U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.