Northrop Grumman's Aeronautics Systems sector is seeking a Sr Principal Weapons Aerodynamics and Stores Separation Engineer to join our team of qualified, diverse individuals in defining the future. This position will be located in Melbourne, FL.
Responsibilities

Perform aerodynamic characterization efforts utilizing analytical methods
* Plan, coordinate, execute and oversee wind tunnel test including two body separation tests
* Conduct aircraft separation analyses
* Stand up, Develop and manage tools for conceptual design and aircraft grid creation and perform
* Support conceptual and preliminary design efforts of aircraft and components
* Produce analysis products that calculate aerodynamic loads on separating bodies
* Progress infrastructure for databases, codes, and tools management
* Drive and support wind tunnel, ground, and flight testing
* Develop test methods for weapons experimental aerodynamic and performance characterization
* Execute uncertainty analyses
* Collaborate closely with cross-functional and program-based teams
* Represent work products in customer meetings and design reviews
* Collaborate with other disciplines including Configuration, Aerodynamics, S&RE, CFD, Mechanisms, etc.
* Able to work self-directed
Basic Qualifications

Bachelor of Science (BS) in a Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM) discipline and 8 years of relevant experience; OR Master of Science (MS) in a STEM discipline and 6 years of relevant experience
* Must have the ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret clearance
* Must have the ability to obtain and maintain Special Access Program (SAP) clearance.
* Experience partnering with a multidisciplinary engineering team to develop aircraft and subsystems
* Experience with aerodynamic tools and techniques,
* Understanding of the challenges of flow fields in subsonic, transonic and super sonic
* Familiarity with translating aerodynamic analyses into workable design solutions for flight vehicles
* Generate aerodynamic databases for 6DOF simulation including proximity effects
* Run 6DOF trajectory analysis
* Analyze acoustic data for open cavities from wind tunnel or CFD measurements
* Analyze requirements and create run condition lists for stores integration testing and numerical analysis
* Familiarity with configuration aerodynamics tools
Preferred Qualifications

6 years professional experience related to aerodynamics of store separation
* Experience with DOD safety board processes for store separation
* Familiarity with CAD tools such as NX and CPLM
* Demonstrated record of working hard, strong communication skills, and being accountable
* Experience with Matlab for data analysis and data reduction
* Familiarity or experience with Fortran
* Previous experience with onsite support of wind tunnel testing and data acquisition systems
* Solid understanding of aerodynamic fundamentals, CFD techniques, and wind tunnel testing, including two body separation tests
* Active DoD secret clearance
Salary Range: $114,900 - $172,300
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.
Employees may be eligible for 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 committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action 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/AA and Pay Transparency statement, please visit. U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.