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Job description
Northrop Grumman is hiring a Principal Aeronautical Engineer — a full-time, based in San Diego, CA role ($114k–$213k). Apply directly on Northrop Grumman's careers page below.
Principal Aeronautical Engineer/Sr. Principal Aeronautical Engineer
Location: United States-California-San Diego
Time Type: Full time
Job Description
RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be availableCLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: YesCLEARANCE TYPE: SecretTRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the TimeDescription
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.Northrop Grumman Aeronautics Systems has opportunities for a Principal Aeronautical Engineer OR Senior Principal Aeronautical Engineer to join our team in San Diego, CA!
Duties may include:
- Design, develop, and test a variety of power plants, aircraft, missiles, and parts, taking into consideration the most efficient use of the natural laws affecting flight.
- Establish structural specifications, perform stress analysis, and conduct performance tests.
These roles may be filled at either the Principal Aeronautical Engineer OR Senior Principal Aeronautical Engineer level, depending upon the qualifications below.
Basic Qualifications for Principal Aeronautical Engineer:
- Bachelor’s Degree in a relevant STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics) discipline with 5 years of related engineering experience; OR a Master’s Degree in a relevant STEM discipline with 3 years of related engineering experience; OR a PhD in a STEM discipline with 1 year of related engineering experience.
- Ability to obtain a US Government Secret clearance
- Ability to obtain Special Program Access (SAP) within a reasonable amount of time as determined by the company to meet its business needs.
Basic Qualifications for Senior Principal Aeronautical Engineer:
- Bachelor’s Degree in a relevant STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics) discipline with 8 years of related engineering experience; OR a Master’s Degree in a relevant STEM discipline with 6 years of related engineering experience; OR a PhD in a relevant STEM discipline with 4 years of related engineering experience.
- Ability to obtain a US Government Secret clearance
- Ability to obtain Special Program Access (SAP) within a reasonable amount of time as determined by the company to meet its business needs.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Active US Government Top Secret clearance
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Frequently asked questions
What is the salary for Principal Aeronautical Engineer at Northrop Grumman?
The estimated salary range for Principal Aeronautical Engineer at Northrop Grumman is $114,000 - $213,000 USD per year.
What is the seniority level for Principal Aeronautical Engineer at Northrop Grumman?
Principal Aeronautical Engineer at Northrop Grumman is a Principal / Staff level position.
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