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RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be availableCLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: NoCLEARANCE 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.

At Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportunities to work on revolutionary systems in air and space that impact people's lives around the world today, and for generations to come. Our work preserves freedom, democracy, and advances human discovery and our understanding of the universe. We look for people who have bold new ideas, courage and a pioneering spirit to join forces to invent the future and have a lot of 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 Defense Systems is seeking a Aerodynamic Modeling Engineer/ Principal Aerodynamic Modeling Engineer. This position is located in Roy, Utah and supports the Sentinel program. This role may offer a competitive relocation assistance package.

What You Will Get To Do:

As an Aerodynamic Modeling Engineer on the Aero/Fluids team you will be responsible for supporting the Aero/Fluids functional homeroom manager in guiding the execution and ensuring quality of the Aero/Fluids teamwork products across Sentinel and Advanced Programs.

Position responsibilities include:

• Apply extensive aerodynamic knowledge, skills and ability in pursuit of meeting contractual requirements. Strong emphasis on the development of tools, processes, and resources to translate raw aero data (CFD, experimental, flight test) into models, databases, simulations (e.g. 3/6 DOF), etc.

• Develop, validate, and refine aerodynamic models specifically for missile applications.

• Ensure the quality of Aero/Fluids team products meets technical rigor and IPT/deliverable standards.

• Identify and troubleshoot aerodynamic issues during design, testing, and operational phases, proposing viable solutions or improvements.

• Develop technical solutions to complex aerodynamic problems.

• Collaborate closely with other relevant disciplines/IPTs, e.g. Flight Analysis, Structures, Propulsion, Integration and test, etc.

• Communicate effectively and clearly; present technical approaches and findings to aero/fluids team and customers.

Position Benefits:

As a full-time employee of Northrop Grumman, you are eligible for our robust benefits package including:

• Medical, Dental & Vision coverage

• 401k

• Educational Assistance

• Life Insurance

• Employee Assistance Programs & Work/Life Solutions

• Paid Time Off

• Health & Wellness Resources

• Employee Discounts

This positions standard work schedule is a 9/80. The 9/80 schedule allows employees who work a nine-hour day Monday through Thursday to take every other Friday off.This role may offer a competitive relocation assistance package.

You Will Bring These Qualifications:

This role can be filled at the Aerodynamic Modeling Engineer (T02) or Principal Aerodynamic Modeling Engineer (T03) level.

Aerodynamic Modeling Engineer: 2 Years with Bachelors in Science; 0 Years with Masters; 1 year with PhD.

• Experience developing aerodynamic models, tools, databases using Matlab, Python, C++ or similar for integration into 3/6DOF simulations.

• Experience with analytical aerodynamic design tools, e.g. Missile DATCOM or similar.

• Experience analyzing wind tunnel test data and flight test results to validate simulation outcomes and inform model adjustments.

• Demonstrated technical writing experience in authoring formal analysis documentation.

• Oral and written communication skills.

• Must have the ability to obtain and maintain a Department of Defense Secret Security clearance approval within a reasonable period of time, as determined by the company to meet its business needs.

Principal Aerodynamic Modeling Engineer: 5 Years with Bachelors in Science; 3 Years with Masters; 1 Years with PhD.

• Experience developing aerodynamic models, tools, databases using Matlab, Python, C++ or similar for integration into 3/6DOF simulations.

• Experience with analytical aerodynamic design tools, e.g. Missile DATCOM or similar.

• Experience analyzing wind tunnel test data and flight test results to validate simulation outcomes and inform model adjustments.

• Demonstrated technical writing experience in authoring formal analysis documentation.

• Oral and written communication skills.

• Must have the ability to obtain and maintain a Department of Defense Secret Security clearance approval within a reasonable period of time, as determined by the company to meet its business needs.

These Qualifications Are Nice To Have:

• Active In Scope DoD Secret or Top Secret Security Clearance.

• Master's Degree in Aeronautical Engineering or Aerospace Engineering.

• Demonstrated experience working with customers and senior leadership to ensure project success.

• Demonstrated experience working with Linux and Windows based HPC's for aero/fluids work.

• Basic CAD experience to miniplate models.

• Involvement with the planning and execution of physical aerodynamics related testing applications such as wind tunnels or flight test validation including scheduling, test matrix and development of test items.

• Experience in performing in an Agile environment and knowledge/understanding of JIRA.

• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills with the ability to convey complex technical concepts to diverse audiences.

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.