Staff Structures Test Fixture Design Engineer

Northrop Grumman Aeronautics Systems sector is seeking a highly motivated Structures Test Fixture Design Engineer (Level 5) to join our team of qualified, diverse individuals within our Test & Evaluation organization. This role is located in Melbourne, FL. In this role you will be the subject matter expert and resource for the Structural Test Design team. You will be responsible for the designing and developing large-scale structural test fixtures. You will lead and provide mentorship to less experienced engineers during Critical Design Review (CDR) and Preliminary Design Review (PDR). You will be responsible for developing and delivering engaging, data-driven presentations tailored to internal leadership and external customers. Note: This is an individual contributor role with no direct reports. Key Responsibilities may include, but are not limited to: Reviewing designs for compliance, technically and requirements. Coordinate design criteria with Internal Customers, Vendors, Test Engineering, EHS and Facilities Personnel. Evaluating design factors, taking into account ease manufacturing, cost, safety, maintenance and end user. Identifying design errors, omissions, and other deficiencies, and recommend revisions and/or improvements. Analyzing damage tolerance, durability, design allowables and structural modeling. You will excel in this role if you: Have hands-on experience designing large-scale structural test fixtures for aircraft or aerospace components. Enjoy working in a large team environment. Demonstrate strong leadership and communications skills. Are self-motivated and proactive. Take a team centric approach to problem solving. Are detail-oriented and able to work with little supervision. Are willing to learn additional engineering disciplines. We offer flexible work arrangements, 9/80 work schedule with every other Friday off, phenomenal learning opportunities, exposure to a wide variety of projects and customers, and a very friendly team environment. We are looking for self-motivated, proactive, and goal-oriented people to help us grow our services and become even better at what we do. Basic Qualifications: Must have a Bachelor’s Degree in a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, or Math) discipline and 12 years of related professional/military experience; OR a Master’s Degree in a STEM discipline and 10 years of related professional/military experience; OR a Ph.D. in a STEM discipline and 8 years of related professional/military experience. Professional experience using computer-aided design (CAD) software, NX10, and/or GD&T. Must have the ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends, as necessary, to support flight test and lab schedules. Your ability to transfer and maintain the final adjudicated government Secret clearance (DoD must be in-scope or enrolled in Continuous Evaluation) and any program access(es) required for the position within a reasonable period of time, as determined by the Company. Preferred Qualifications: Structural Test experience across multiple engineering disciplines. Strong interpersonal and leadership skills. Extensive professional experience with NX10 and GD&T.