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Structural Engineer

Leawood, KS

We seek a Structural Engineer reporting to our Principal Structural Engineer that has a passion for ownership and pride in the quality of our deliverables. The Structural Engineer will create ...

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Principal Structural Engineer

The Structural Engineer will oversee structural design teams in delivering high-quality designs for a wide range of new construction, renovation, and redevelopment projects. This role will be focused ...

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Deliver structural engineering services that meet Worley's, its customers', and applicable statutory and regulatory specifications, on time and within budget. * Initiate, manage and, if required ...

Parsons

Principal Structural Engineer

Sandy Springs, GA

$103K - $181K/yr

Parsons is looking for an amazingly talented Principal Structural Engineer to join our team! What You'll Be Doing: * May function as discipline Project Engineer on medium to large projects, assuming ...

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What is the difference between On Call Principal Structural Engineer vs Structural Engineer?

AspectOn Call Principal Structural EngineerStructural Engineer
CredentialsPE license, extensive experience, leadership skillsPE license, engineering degree, entry to mid-level experience
Work EnvironmentConsulting firms, project oversight, client interactionDesign firms, project execution, site visits
Employer & Industry UsageUsed in consulting and project management rolesCommon in design and construction projects
Search & Comparison IntentHigh overlap in responsibilities, leadership, and credentialsFocus on technical design and analysis

The On Call Principal Structural Engineer typically holds a PE license, has extensive experience, and takes on leadership roles in consulting firms. In contrast, a Structural Engineer is often earlier in their career, focusing on design and analysis tasks. Both roles are integral to structural projects but differ mainly in seniority, responsibilities, and scope of work.

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Engineer or Principal Engineer Structural - Mechanism Stress

Engineer or Principal Engineer Structural - Mechanism Stress

Northrop Grumman Corporation

Melbourne, FL • On-site

$98K - $147K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Life, PTO

Posted 17 days ago

Northrop Grumman rating

8.1

Company rating: 8.1 out of 10

Based on 353 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

108th of 528 rated manufacturers

Job description

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be availableCLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: YesCLEARANCE TYPE: SecretTRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the TimeDescriptionAt 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 seeking a Structural Engineer (Level 2) / Principal Structural Engineer (Level 3). This position will be located on-site in Melbourne, FL. This position is for the 1st shift with a 9/80 work schedule.

Role and Responsibilities:

  • We are looking for an Engineer who can conduct stress analyses on mechanical systems such as mechanically and hydraulicly driven doors as well as their associated locking mechanisms.

  • The candidate should be well versed in various methods of static analysis including, section checks, lug checks, joint strength and column stability.

  • They should also have a strong understanding of durability analysis and internal load development of mechanisms including both Freebody and FEM methods.

Basic Qualifications Structural Engineer (Level 2):

  • Basic qualifications for a Structural Analysis Engineer 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.

  • Experience in structural analysis methods and documentation, including classical hand calculation and large Finite Element Model manipulation.

  • Experience in structural analysis of mechanical systems.

  • Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government security clearance (U.S. citizenship is a pre-requisite) as well as Special Program Access within a reasonable period, as determined by the company to meet its business needs (U.S. citizenship is a pre-requisite). Final approved U.S. Government security clearance (U.S. citizenship is a pre-requisite) as well as Program Special Access may be required to start.

Basic Qualifications Principal Structural Engineer (Level 3):

  • Basic qualifications for a Principal Structural Analysis Engineer 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.

  • Proficiency in structural analysis methods and documentation, including classical hand calculation and large Finite Element Model manipulation.

  • Proficiency in structural analysis of mechanical systems.

  • Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government security clearance (U.S. citizenship is a pre-requisite) as well as Program Special access within a reasonable period, as determined by the company to meet its business needs (U.S. citizenship is a pre-requisite). Final approved U.S. Government security clearance (U.S. citizenship is a pre-requisite) as well as Program Special Access may be required to start.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Bachelors, Masters or PhD Degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering.

  • Demonstrated proficiency with mechanism structural analysis.

  • Demonstrated proficiency with Unigraphics NX, CATIA V5 and/or similar CAD packages.

  • Demonstrated proficiency with PATRAN, FEMAP, NASTRAN, StressCheck, Abaqus CAE and/or similar Analysis packages.

  • Experience working Special Access Programs

  • Top Secret US Government Security Clearance

Primary 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. 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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