RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available 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. 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! The Structures and Acoustics Group of Northrop Grumman Marine Systems (NGMS) is looking for you to join our team based out of Sunnyvale, CA as an **Acoustic Engineer Level 3/4** . **What You’ll get to Do:** + Develop component and system level finite element models using Hypermesh and post process analysis results using Hyperview, Matlab and Excel. + Perform linear finite element static, vibration, modal and direct frequency response, and response spectra analyses using Nastran and Abaqus. + Perform boundary element and statistical energy analysis based vibro-acoustic simulations using SimCenter (LMS Virtual Lab) and Wave6. + Collect, validate, and analyze acoustic test data + Develop / apply noise mitigation technologies This requisition may be filled at a higher grade based on qualifications listed below: **Basic Qualifications for Acoustic Engineer Level 3:** + Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Aerospace, Electrical Engineering or related Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics (STEM) discipline with 5 years related experience; or Master’s degree in Mechanical, Aerospace, Electrical Engineering or related Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics (STEM) discipline 3 years related experience. + Experience working in a structural dynamics, noise, or acoustic engineering role. + Demonstrated skills communicating technical and/or programmatic ideas and information both down to less experienced team members and up to engineering management and manufacturing customers. + Experience in performing a wide variety of classical and analysis software solution types such as; NX, Hypermesh, Nastran, Abaqus, Matlab. SimCenter (LMS Virtual Lab), Wave6, Romax. + US citizenship required. + Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret security clearance. **Basic Qualifications for Acoustic Engineer Level 4:** + Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Aerospace, Electrical Engineering or related Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics (STEM) discipline with 8 years related experience; or Master’s degree in Mechanical, Aerospace, Electrical Engineering or related Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics (STEM) discipline 6 years related experience. + Experience working in a structural dynamics, noise, or acoustic engineering role. + Demonstrated skills communicating technical and/or programmatic ideas and information both down to less experienced team members and up to engineering management and manufacturing customers. + Experience in performing a wide variety of classical and analysis software solution types such as; NX, Hypermesh, Nastran, Abaqus, Matlab. SimCenter (LMS Virtual Lab), Wave6, Romax. ​ + US citizenship required. + Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret security clearance. **Preferred Qualifications:** + Experience supporting a US government customer. + Engineering experience with complex systems, vehicles, or machinery. Salary Range: $110,300.00 - $165,500.00Salary Range 2: $137,400.00 - $206,000.00 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.