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Structural Engineer - Level 5

Northrop Grumman logoNorthrop Grumman$177,000–$265,600/yrRedondo Beach, CA, United StatesFull timePosted 1w ago
  • US citizenship

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This posting states $177k–$266k a year. Open mechanical engineer jobs in California post a median of $158k a year, the middle half $130k–$180k, across 266 jobs that state their pay, so this one is above the middle half of what they post.

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About the job

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: No CLEARANCE TYPE: None TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the Time ## Description 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.

This position description does not represent a current opening but may be used to identify candidates with skills and experience for positions within Northrop Grumman that frequently become available. Candidates who express an interest may be considered for future positions at Northrop Grumman.

Northrop Grumman's Space Sector is seeking a Structural Engineer - 5 to provide modeling, analysis, and testing of dynamics loads and environments for space vehicles and hardware.

This position is located in Redondo Beach, CA. ## Job responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following - Development of structural dynamics design and analysis using advanced numerical solutions. - Establishing parameters for dynamics testing, dynamics test monitoring and data processing, and correlation of test results to model predictions. - Preparation of technical documents and presentations. - Demonstrated skill and ability to perform professional tasks, including the ability to collaborate and lead in a team environment, ability to prioritize and adjust tasks to accomplish the project result, ability to prioritize and accomplish multiple task responsibilities simultaneously, and ability to comprehend and analyze complex problems and develop innovative solutions. - Provide technical leadership of a small team of dynamics engineers in support of a program, including decomposition and delegation of tasks. ## Basic Qualifications - Bachelor’s degree in a STEM discipline with 12 years of relevant experience; OR Master’s degree in STEM with 10 years of relevant experience; OR PhD in STEM with 8 years of relevant experience - Willing and able to obtain a U.S.

Government security clearance - Experience with finite element analysis software and data processing tools - Experience in structural dynamic analysis and testing of aerospace hardware ## Preferred Qualifications - Experience with industry standard loads and dynamics analysis software (NASTRAN, PATRAN, FEMAP, Matlab, ADAMS, VAOne, etc.) - Experience in the areas of frequency response analysis, transient response analysis, random response analysis, shock response analysis, deployment analysis, on-orbit/jitter analysis, vibroacoustic analysis, modal survey, model correlation, or vibration isolation and attenuation - CAD applications knowledge (CATIA / NX) - Ability to lead a small team of dynamics engineers and collaborate with other subsystem engineers and program leadership - Active TS and/or SCI security clearance Primary Level Salary Range: $177,000.00 - $265,600.00 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.

From Northrop Grumman's job posting, checked 7 Nov 2026. The employer's own page is the final word on requirements and availability.

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