Aeroacoustics Engineer Level 2 /3
- Locations:
- Sunnyvale, California, United States
- Security Clearance:
- Secret
About Northrop Grumman
Northrop Grumman solves the toughest problems in space, aeronautics, defense and cyberspace to meet the ever-evolving needs of our customers worldwide. Our 90,000 employees are Defining Possible every day using science, technology and engineering to create and deliver advanced systems, products and services. Northrop Grumman careers and internships are as varied as your interests, with a lifetime of potential that will allow you to work together with people from many backgrounds, personal passions and disciplines.
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.Northrop Grumman Mission Systems is a trusted provider of mission-enabling solutions for global security. Our Engineering and Sciences (E&S) organization pushes the boundaries of innovation, redefines engineering capabilities, and drives advances in various sciences. Our team is chartered with providing the skills, innovative technologies to develop, design, produce and sustain optimized product lines across the sector while providing a decisive advantage to the warfighter. Come be a part of our mission!
Northrop Grumman Mission Systems is seeking an Aeroacoustics Engineer Level 2/3 with thermodynamics, heat transfer and fluid flow knowledge for the development and ongoing support of new and existing turbines, bearings, heat exchangers, and other system components used in surface ship and submarine propulsion and power generation systems for the US Navy based out of Sunnyvale, CA.
What You’ll get to Do:
Our Sunnyvale site specializes in the development, manufacture, assembly and testing of propulsion and power generation systems for naval surface ships and submarines. The candidate selected will apply their skills to support current and future Navy Power & Propulsion Turbomachinery development.
Responsibilities will include, but are not limited to, the following:
Develop and integrate acoustic reduction technologies.
Develop and implement predictive analysis codes; builds and tests physical models; designs, develops, and builds test and verification equipment; and develops, tests, and integrates acoustic solutions.
Conduct planning and “roadmapping” for the development of novel acoustics technologies and innovative designs.
Works closely with other disciplines to optimize the integration of acoustic technologies.
This requisition may be filled at a higher grade based on qualifications listed below:
Basic Qualifications for Aeroacoustics Engineer Level 2:
Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical, Aerospace, or related Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics (STEM) discipline with 2 years related experience; or Master’s degree in Mechanical, Aerospace, or related Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics (STEM) discipline with no related experience
Comprehensive understanding of sound generation and acoustics transmission through space/materials.
Experience in acoustic test/measurement, data processing, and analysis.
Must be a US citizen
Ability to obtain and maintain a DOD secret security clearance.
Basic Qualifications for Principal Aeroacoustics Engineer Level 3:
Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical, Aerospace, or related Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics (STEM) discipline with 5 years related experience; or Master’s degree in Mechanical, Aerospace, or related Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics (STEM) discipline with 3 years related experience. or PhD in Mechanical, Aerospace, Electrical Engineering or related Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics (STEM) discipline with no related experience.
Comprehensive understanding of sound generation and acoustics transmission through space/materials.
Experience in acoustic test/measurement, data processing, and analysis.
Must be a US citizen
Ability to obtain and maintain a DOD secret security clearance.
Preferred Qualifications:
Active Secret clearance.
Master's degree or higher in Aerospace, Mechanical, or a closely related engineering discipline.