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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 sector is seeking a Structural Design Engineer (Level 2) / Principal Structural Design Engineer (Level 3) to join our team of qualified, diverse individuals in defining the future. This position will be located in Clearfield, UT.\nIn this role, you will be involved in any number of products including air vehicles, subsystems, equipment, ground support, tooling, modifications, testing, interface control, requirements, process improvement, etc. The ideal candidate communicates clearly with teammates and stakeholders, brings a high level of energy and ownership to their work, and thrives in a collaborative, dynamic team environment.\nKey Responsibilities may include, but are not limited to:\nDevelop solutions to difficult problems that are thorough, imaginative, practical, and consistent with objectives.\nDesigns, researches, and develops engineering product definition that could include all phases of the product life cycle from preliminary design to sustainment.\n2D and 3D Model Based Design (MBD) utilizing software packages such as NX.\nWork in a dynamic team environment to support programmatic goals and schedule.\nKnowledge and use of GD&T and tolerance stacks.\nProduct Lifecycle Management (PLM) utilizing software packages such as Teamcenter.\nCritical thinking and personal organizational skills to capture and complete a design that meets all engineering requirements.\nDesign Collaboration Methodology (DCM): work closely with key stakeholders throughout the design process to accomplish design completeness in a timely manner.\nTask planning, conducting technical peer reviews, and mentoring junior engineers.\nBasic Qualifications:\nThis requisition may be filled at a Structural Design Engineer (Level 2) OR Principal Structural Design Engineer (Level 3) level based on the qualifications below.\nStructural Design Engineer (Level 2)\nMust have a Bachelor’s Degree in a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, or Math) discipline and 2 years of related professional/military experience in Design, Mechanical, Structural, or Manufacturing Engineering; OR a Master’s Degree in a STEM discipline and 0 years of related professional/military experience in Design, Mechanical, Structural, or Manufacturing Engineering.\nMust have the ability to obtain and maintain a US Government Secret clearance and Special Access Program (SAP) within a reasonable amount of time as determined by business needs.\nProfessional experience in design and 3D CAD modeling\nAble to work independently with minimal direction, exercising sound judgment and proactive problem-solving\nPrincipal Structural Design Engineer (Level 3)\nMust have a Bachelor’s Degree in a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, or Math) discipline and 5 years of related professional/military experience in Design, Mechanical, Structural, or Manufacturing Engineering; OR a Master’s Degree in a STEM discipline and 3 years of related professional/military experience in Design, Mechanical, Structural, or Manufacturing Engineering; OR a Ph.D. in a STEM discipline and 1 year of related professional/military experience in Design, Mechanical, Structural, or Manufacturing Engineering.\nMust have the ability to obtain and maintain a US Government Secret clearance and Special Access Program (SAP) within a reasonable amount of time as determined by business needs.\nProfessional experience in design and 3D CAD modeling\nAble to work independently with minimal direction, exercising sound judgment and proactive problem-solving\nPreferred Qualifications:\nActive Secret or higher security clearance\nBachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering\n3 years of 3D CAD modeling experience\nExperience with NX 3D modeling\nExperience with TeamCenter PLM\nFundamental GD&T knowledge and tolerance stack-up analysis experience\nAbility to provide technical solutions to a wide range of complex, difficult problems, delivering imaginative, thorough, and practical solutions that are consistent with organizational objectives\nPrimary Level Salary Range: $79,300.00 - $118,900.00Secondary Level Salary Range: $98,400.00 - $147,600.00The 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. 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