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[Apply on Northrop Grumman’s careers site →](https://ngc.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/Northrop_Grumman_External_Site/job/United-States-Minnesota-Plymouth/Structural-Engineer-II---III_R10255387) [OpenNash Jobs](https://jobs.opennash.com/) / [Northrop Grumman](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/northrop-grumman/) / Structural Engineer II / III ## Job description ### RELOCATION ASSISTANCE Relocation assistance may be available CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: No CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret 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. Structural Engineer / Principal Structural Engineer The development of smart armament systems, designed to increase the competitive advantage of our armed forces, is accelerating. This has increased the need for an analyst who has a passion for technology development, paired with demonstrated expertise in design excellence. This team member will drive to continually outperform the competition and exceed customer expectations while acting with integrity, loyalty, and respect. As a Structural Engineer the analyst will utilize thermal and structures analysis tools to aid the Armament Systems design team with the development of smart weapons systems. Analytical support of the mechanical design process typically requires any number of finite element analysis approaches. The candidate shall be able to assess the design problem, work with the Subject Matter Expert to formulate an analysis approach and utilize a suite of tools to aid in the design development. Any number of solution types such as static structural and other implicit dynamic solution types such as modal, harmonic, spectrum and random vibration, may be required to support the entire design life cycle. In addition to structural analysis, thermal loads often need to be considered. The thermal loading can have a variety of sources including electronic components, aero heating from hypersonic ballistic applications. Performing or assisting the aero-heating analysis with CFD tools is desired. Experience with metallic and conventional molded plastic materials and knowledge of molded and wound fiber reinforced plastics and their modeling would be a desired. Reinforced plastic analysis experience with application to printed circuit boards a plus. ### Responsibilities Work with our Subject Matter Experts to develop a finite element analysis approach and solution to our thermal and structural problems based upon an understanding of the technical principals and determine the analysis type and tools required to evaluate a wide variety of numerical modeling problems which utilize a variety of materials including composites. Required workflow includes the development of structural models, meshing, selection of boundary conditions and constraints, selection of applicable material properties, selection of proper simulation code and methodology, interpretation of analytical results, and recommendation for design improvements. Support innovation by applying the most effective analysis technology to new smart munition product development. Become part of the product team and form close working relationships by understanding the whole system function and presenting solutions and design direction to the design community in an insightful and timely manner. Please note this position may be filled as a Structural Engineer (Level 2), or Principal Structural Test Engineer (Level 3) depending on the candidate’s education and/or years of experience. ### Basic Qualifications Qualifications for Structural Engineer - Bachelor’s degree in mechanical or aerospace engineering plus - 2 years of relevant experience performing in a structural engineering position; Or master’s degree plus - 0 years of experience ### Qualifications for Principal Structural Engineer - 5 years of relevant experience performing in a structural engineering position; Or master’s degree plus - 3 years of experience Steady state and transient thermal analysis using ANSYS. Linear and non-linear implicit, static and time dependent FEA using ANSYS or ABAQUS. U.S. Citizenship Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government security clearance. ### Desired Qualifications Aerothermal heating analysis of flight vehicles. Use of CFD tools to determine the aerothermal heating parameters to use in subsequent aerothermal flight vehicle analysis. Linear and non-linear explicit, time dependent structural FEA. Fiber reinforced composite component finite element analysis. ### Active DoD Secret Clearance Primary Level Salary Range $87,600.00 - $131,400.00 Secondary Level Salary Range: $108,800.00 - $163,200.00 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](http://www.northropgrumman.com/EEO). U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions. ## At a glance - Posted by the employer: Oct 8, 2026 - First seen by OpenNash: Oct 11, 2026 - Last checked: Oct 18, 2026 - Listed for: 10 days - Location: United States-Minnesota-Plymouth - Employment type: Full-time - Pay: $87,600.00 - $131,400.00[Apply on Northrop Grumman’s careers site →](https://ngc.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/Northrop_Grumman_External_Site/job/United-States-Minnesota-Plymouth/Structural-Engineer-II---III_R10255387) ## More jobs at Northrop Grumman ### [Electrical Engineer or Principal Electrical Engineer](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/northrop-grumman/jobs/b5108bcbf698d35f1826/) United States-Minnesota-Plymouth ### [Engineer Mission Assurance (Risk Manager) - Level 3 or 4](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/northrop-grumman/jobs/367028ae4a1cb2723cd8/) United States-Minnesota-Plymouth ### [Principal Safety Engineer](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/northrop-grumman/jobs/08fd17f5a3295e0ea9f2/) United States-Minnesota-Plymouth ### [Special Test Equipment Engineering Manager 2](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/northrop-grumman/jobs/1a33dae7e20a7252ce06/) United States-Minnesota-Plymouth ### [Sr Principal Engineer](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/northrop-grumman/jobs/d5deb7a499fe7b71eb57/) United States-Minnesota-Plymouth ## Similar jobs at other companies ### [RS Structural Mech III](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/general-dynamics/jobs/dd7902afad2fe62c94d8/) General Dynamics · Savannah, GA, US ### [Structural Mechanic III](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/general-dynamics/jobs/2049ed0d5a9006ad1a5a/) General Dynamics · Appleton, WI, US ### [Structural Engineer III](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/aecom/jobs/c9d99ce19bc3ea9859bf/) AECOM · New York, NY ### [Civil/Structural Engineer Sr](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/lockheed-martin/jobs/b07211f4a8903c98946e/) Lockheed Martin · Moorestown, NJ ### [Thermal & Structural Materials Engineer](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/lockheed-martin/jobs/0ea3901b448c08c043e4/) Lockheed Martin · Marietta, GA OpenNash lists jobs from employers’ own careers sites and does not handle applications. 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