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Senior Aerodynamics Engineer

Farmington, MO · On-site

$93K - $127K/yr

This position is responsible for advanced aerodynamic development and support services, leading ... Provide technical support and mentorship to Aerodynamics team, Applications Engineers, and the ...

Boeing

Aerodynamics Test Engineer

Huntington Beach, CA · On-site

Aerodynamics Test Engineer Company: The Boeing Company The Boeing Company Integrated Vehicle ... The NAART Lab generates predictions of aerodynamic forces & moments, aerodynamic pressures, and on ...

Wisk

Senior Staff Aerodynamics Engineer

Mountain View, CA

$193K - $241K/yr

The goal of an Aerodynamics Engineer at Wisk is to ensure that our vehicle performs as safely and ... You will be part of the Aerodynamic Analysis team that is responsible for the aerodynamic design of ...

Goken

Aerodynamics Engineer - Air Vehicles

Costa Mesa, CA · On-site

$70 - $78/hr

Aerodynamic loads generation * Wind tunnel test planning, execution, and analysis * Flight test planning, execution, and analysis Qualifications: * BS or higher degree in Aerospace Engineering and 5+ ...

Lockheed Martin Corporation

The GNC Aerodynamics Engineer tasks include ... Design, integrate, and test of aerodynamic model for missile and fire control products Develop ...

Thales

Specific Engineering CANDIDATES THAT WOULD IMPRESS US PROFILE: You graduated with a Master of Engineering, Computer Science or any other relevant field in University You have significant experience ...

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AspectAerodynamic EngineerMechanical Engineer
Required CredentialsBachelor's or Master's in Aerospace, Mechanical, or Aeronautical EngineeringBachelor's or Master's in Mechanical Engineering or related field
Work EnvironmentDesign labs, wind tunnels, aerospace companiesManufacturing plants, design offices, various industries
Industry UsagePrimarily aerospace, automotive, sports equipmentBroad industry use including automotive, manufacturing, energy
Common Search/ComparisonYesYes

While both Aerodynamic Engineers and Mechanical Engineers work in engineering environments and often hold similar degrees, Aerodynamic Engineers specialize in airflow and fluid dynamics, primarily in aerospace and automotive sectors. Mechanical Engineers have a broader focus on mechanical systems across various industries. The key difference lies in their specialization and application areas.

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Engineer or Principal Engineer Aeronautical - Stores Aerodynamics

Engineer or Principal Engineer Aeronautical - Stores Aerodynamics

Northrop Grumman Corporation

El Segundo, CA • On-site

$98K - $171K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Life, PTO

Posted 12 days ago

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8.1

Company rating: 8.1 out of 10

Based on 337 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

104th of 516 rated manufacturers

Job description

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available
CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: Yes
CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret
TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the TimeDescription
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 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 methods
  • Perform analytical stores trajectory and separation analyses
  • Provide technical analysis data for data reports and other Airworthiness artifacts required to support flight clearances and certification
  • Support execution of wind tunnel test events including two-body separation testss
  • Support ground and flight test events, acquisition and analysis of test data
  • General frequent use and application of technical standards, principles, theories, concepts and advanced techniques
  • Demonstrates the skill and ability to perform complex professional tasks
  • Innovates solutions to a variety of technical challenges of increasing scope and complexity
  • Work 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 customer

This 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 aerodynamics
  • Experience with using aerodynamic tools and techniques
  • Experience using MATLAB to create, process, analyze, and visually represent data
  • Must 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 employment

Preferred Qualifications:
  • Degree discipline in Aerospace or Aeronautical Engineering with concentration in aerodynamics
  • Experience with generating aerodynamic databases for 6-DOF simulation
  • Experience in conducting 6-DOF stores trajectory and separation analyses
  • Experience with onsite support of wind tunnel testing and data acquisition systems
  • Experience in supporting ground and flight test events and analyzing collected data
  • Experience with DOD safety board processes for store separation
  • Fortran, C/C++ and/or Python programming skills
  • Demonstrated record of working hard, strong communication skills, and being accountable

Primary 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.
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.

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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.

Industry

Space research administration

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Falls Church, VA, US

Year founded

1939

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