Northrop Grumman
Sr. Staff Cryocooler Chief Technologist
Northrop Grumman, Redondo Beach, California, United States, 90278
Location:
Redondo Beach, California, United States of AmericaClearance Type:
Top SecretTelecommute:
No - Teleworking not available for this positionShift:
1st Shift (United States of America)Travel Required:
Yes, 10% of the TimeRelocation Assistance:
Relocation assistance may be availablePositions Available:
1At 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. 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.Strategic Space Systems Division (SSSD) is an industry-leading provider for prime satellite and payload capabilities serving national security, military, and civil customers. We are built on a heritage of providing innovative, affordable and reliable aerospace and defense products that our customers rely on to achieve mission success. Join the Space revolution and make the impossible, possible.SSSD has an opening for a
Sr. Staff Cryocooler Chief Technologist
to join our team of qualified, diverse individuals. This position will be located in Redondo Beach, California.The ideal candidate will have a complete understanding and wide application of technical principles, theories, and concepts in the area of cryocoolers and strong general knowledge of other related disciplines.Candidate responsibilities include (but are not limited to):Lead and manage the development of new cryocooler systemsInterface with internal and external customers to develop technology roadmaps and IRAD plansPerform fluid, thermal, and performance analysesLead component design efforts, coordinating with other engineering disciplinesDocument analyses and designsReview and approve drawings for component hardwareWork with manufacturing engineering on build processes and in-process testing approachesLead proposal effortsReport analyses and data results and design specifics to internal management and external customersProvide feedback regarding impacts of possible cost and/or schedule changesWork and execute independently with minimal technical oversight and general directionMentor junior engineers and provide guidance on best practicesBasic Qualifications:Bachelor’s degree in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM) from an accredited university with 14 years of engineering experience; OR Master’s degree with 12 years of engineering experience; OR Ph.D. with 10 years of engineering experience.Candidate must be able to and willing to obtain and maintain a DOD Top Secret and SCI access with a Single Scope Background Investigation (SSBI)Design, analysis and test experience with cryocoolers or heat enginesPreferred Qualifications:Active DOD Top Secret and/or SCI access clearance with a Single Scope Background Investigation (SSBI) completed within 5 yearsExperience using fluid/thermal analysis tools (SAGE)Experience using aerospace standard design tools (NX, CATIA)Familiarity with Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T)Cryogenic thermal system design, analysis, and testKnowledge of cryocooler or heat engine manufacturing and testing processesKnowledge of fluid mechanics, heat transfer and structural mechanicsMS or PhD in Mechanical or Aerospace EngineeringExperience leading small teams and managing cost and scheduleExperience writing proposals and leading proposal teamsExperience creating technology roadmaps and IRAD proposalsExperience performing research, writing technical papers, and presenting at conferencesDetail-oriented with excellent verbal and written communication skills, leadership skills, and organization skillsSalary Range:
$183,100 - $274,700The 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.Northrop Grumman is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action 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/AA 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.
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Redondo Beach, California, United States of AmericaClearance Type:
Top SecretTelecommute:
No - Teleworking not available for this positionShift:
1st Shift (United States of America)Travel Required:
Yes, 10% of the TimeRelocation Assistance:
Relocation assistance may be availablePositions Available:
1At 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. 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.Strategic Space Systems Division (SSSD) is an industry-leading provider for prime satellite and payload capabilities serving national security, military, and civil customers. We are built on a heritage of providing innovative, affordable and reliable aerospace and defense products that our customers rely on to achieve mission success. Join the Space revolution and make the impossible, possible.SSSD has an opening for a
Sr. Staff Cryocooler Chief Technologist
to join our team of qualified, diverse individuals. This position will be located in Redondo Beach, California.The ideal candidate will have a complete understanding and wide application of technical principles, theories, and concepts in the area of cryocoolers and strong general knowledge of other related disciplines.Candidate responsibilities include (but are not limited to):Lead and manage the development of new cryocooler systemsInterface with internal and external customers to develop technology roadmaps and IRAD plansPerform fluid, thermal, and performance analysesLead component design efforts, coordinating with other engineering disciplinesDocument analyses and designsReview and approve drawings for component hardwareWork with manufacturing engineering on build processes and in-process testing approachesLead proposal effortsReport analyses and data results and design specifics to internal management and external customersProvide feedback regarding impacts of possible cost and/or schedule changesWork and execute independently with minimal technical oversight and general directionMentor junior engineers and provide guidance on best practicesBasic Qualifications:Bachelor’s degree in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM) from an accredited university with 14 years of engineering experience; OR Master’s degree with 12 years of engineering experience; OR Ph.D. with 10 years of engineering experience.Candidate must be able to and willing to obtain and maintain a DOD Top Secret and SCI access with a Single Scope Background Investigation (SSBI)Design, analysis and test experience with cryocoolers or heat enginesPreferred Qualifications:Active DOD Top Secret and/or SCI access clearance with a Single Scope Background Investigation (SSBI) completed within 5 yearsExperience using fluid/thermal analysis tools (SAGE)Experience using aerospace standard design tools (NX, CATIA)Familiarity with Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T)Cryogenic thermal system design, analysis, and testKnowledge of cryocooler or heat engine manufacturing and testing processesKnowledge of fluid mechanics, heat transfer and structural mechanicsMS or PhD in Mechanical or Aerospace EngineeringExperience leading small teams and managing cost and scheduleExperience writing proposals and leading proposal teamsExperience creating technology roadmaps and IRAD proposalsExperience performing research, writing technical papers, and presenting at conferencesDetail-oriented with excellent verbal and written communication skills, leadership skills, and organization skillsSalary Range:
$183,100 - $274,700The 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.Northrop Grumman is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action 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/AA 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.
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