2026 Associate Structural Engineer/ Structural Engineer - Night Shift

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available\u003cp style=\"text-align:inherit\"\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp style=\"text-align:inherit\"\u003e\u003c/p\u003eCLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: Yes\u003cp style=\"text-align:inherit\"\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp style=\"text-align:inherit\"\u003e\u003c/p\u003eCLEARANCE TYPE: Secret\u003cp style=\"text-align:inherit\"\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp style=\"text-align:inherit\"\u003e\u003c/p\u003eTRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the Time\u003ch2\u003e\u003cb\u003eDescription\u003c/b\u003e\u003c/h2\u003e\u003cp style=\"text-align:inherit\"\u003e\u003c/p\u003eAt Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportunities to work on revolutionary systems that impact people\u0027s 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\u0027s 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 \u2014 and we have an insatiable drive to do what others think is impossible. Our employees are not only part of history, they\u0027re making history.\u003cp style=\"text-align:inherit\"\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp style=\"text-align:inherit\"\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp style=\"text-align:inherit\"\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eNorthrop Grumman is seeking an \u003cb\u003eAssociate Structural Engineer\u003c/b\u003e \u003cb\u003eor Structural Engineer\u003c/b\u003e\u00a0\u003cb\u003e.\u00a0 \u003c/b\u003eThis position will be located at our Aeronautics Systems Sector in Iuka, MS.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eThis position is on a night shift, 4x10 schedule Monday to Thursday 2pm-12:30am. \u003c/b\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eKey responsibilities:\u003c/b\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eCandidate should be knowledgeable in classical static strength hand analysis, Durability and Damage Tolerance (DaDT) analysis, and finite element modeling and analysis for discrepant detail parts and assemblies fabricated from metal and composite materials. Should be able to develop and document detailed structural analyses in support of aircraft repairs including but not limited to free body diagrams, internal or external loading, shear and moment diagrams, and calculation of internal stresses. Analyses will be in support of Material Review Board (MRB), and Aircraft Structural Integrity Program (ASIP). Aircraft structural design criteria, and nonstandard repair and equivalent strength analysis background is a plus. Candidate must be able to collaborate in a team environment, prioritize and adjust tasks to accomplish the project result, prioritize multiple responsibilities and/or accomplish them simultaneously, comprehend and analyze complex problems and develop solutions. Knowledge of Manufacturing Execution System/ MES, and a Northrop Grumman MRB EN/ST signature is a plus.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eThis requisition may be filled as either a Associate Structural Engineer (level 1) or Structural Engineer (level 2) based on the qualifications below.\u003c/b\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eBasic Qualifications for an Associate Structural Engineer\u003c/b\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA candidate, regardless of age and hiring source, must meet ALL of the below criteria. The candidate must:\u003c/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003eBe completing or has completed their Bachelor\u2019s degree from an accredited institution by August 2026\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003eBe majoring in or having majored in Mechanical Engineering, Aeronautical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering or similar STEM degree\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003eBe able to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government security clearance (U.S. citizenship is a pre-requisite) as well as Program Special access within a reasonable period of time, as determined by the company to meet its business needs (U.S. citizenship is a pre-requisite).\u00a0 Final approved U.S. Government security clearance (U.S. citizenship is a pre-requisite) as well as Program Special Access is required to start.\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003c/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eBasic Qualifications for a Structural Engineer\u003c/b\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA candidate, regardless of age and hiring source, must meet ALL of the below criteria. The candidate must:\u003c/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003eBe completing or has completed their Master\u2019s degree from an accredited institution by August 2026 or a completed Bachelors degree and 2 years of related experience.\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003eBe majoring in or having majored in Mechanical Engineering, Aeronautical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering or similar STEM degree\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003eBe able to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government security clearance (U.S. citizenship is a pre-requisite) as well as Program Special access within a reasonable period of time, as determined by the company to meet its business needs (U.S. citizenship is a pre-requisite).\u00a0 Final approved U.S. Government security clearance (U.S. citizenship is a pre-requisite) as well as Program Special Access is required to start.\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003c/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePreferred Qualifications:\u003c/b\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003eHave an overall cumulative GPA of 3.25/4.0 or higher\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003ePrevious internship/co-op or other work experience, leadership \u0026amp; teamwork capabilities, interpersonal communication skills, and activities (professional/community/extracurricular)\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003eExperience working on an ASIP managed platform.\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003eExperience with crack growth software-AFGROW.\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003eFamiliarity with FEMAP/NX Nastran.\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003eExperience with the development of dispositions for Airframe discrepancies.\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003eActive DoW secret clearance or above\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003eStructural analysis experience with MRB related activities\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003c/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePay Range:\u003c/b\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003eAssociate Structural Engineer: $62,300 to $93,500\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003eStructural Engineer: $75,100 to $112,700\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003c/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eCampusJobs\u003c/p\u003eThe 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.\u003cp style=\"text-align:inherit\"\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp style=\"text-align:inherit\"\u003e\u003c/p\u003eNorthrop 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.