Principal OR Sr. Principal Cryogenic Thermal Analyst

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available

CLEARANCE TYPE: A US Government security clearance per customer's requirements.

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 by 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 Engineering and Sciences (E&S) organization is seeking Cryogenic Thermal Analysts to join our growing team.

This position requires work onsite at either our Advanced Technologies Laboratory located in Linthicum, MD or in Annapolis Junction, MD

Candidate will work as a thermal analyst supporting the development of superconducting computing technologies. Responsibilities include creating low temperature numerical models, running experiments measuring material thermal properties, boundary resistances, and heating in components. The job will often require deep dives into literature to understand the unique physics that occurs in the sub-Kelvin/nanoscale regime.

This position can be filled at the Principal Cryogenic Thermal Analyst level OR Senior Principal Cryogenic Thermal Analyst level. Qualifications for both are listed below:

Basic Qualifications for a Principal Cryogenic Thermal Analyst:

• Bachelor's of Science in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Physics or STEM related field specializing in thermodynamics and heat transfer with 5 years of relevant technical experience, a M.S Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Physics or STEM related field specializing in thermodynamics and heat transfer with 3 years of relevant technical experience OR Masters degree in STEM related field and currently enrolled in a PhD program with a completion date prior to start with 1 year of relevant technical experience OR PhD in STEM related field specializing in thermodynamics and heat transfer with 1 year of relevant technical experience.
• Working knowledge of thermal analysis software (COMSOL, IcePak, Sinda/Fluint) or similar.
• Experience with and proficiency in:
  • Problem solving and analytical skills
  • Heat transfer and thermodynamics
  • Experimental design
• Ability to communicate effectively to team members both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to adjust to changing priorities and requirements.
• This position requires the applicant to be a U.S. Citizen.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government security clearance per customer requirements.

Basic Qualifications for a Senior Principal Cryogenic Thermal Analyst:

• Bachelor's of Science in: Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Structural Engineering, Physics or STEM related field specializing in thermodynamics and heat transfer with 8 years of relevant technical experience, a M.S Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Physics or STEM related field specializing in thermodynamics and heat transfer with 6 years of relevant technical experience, or a PhD in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Physics or STEM related field specializing in thermodynamics and heat transfer with 4 years of relevant technical experience.
• Working knowledge of thermal analysis software (COMSOL, IcePak, Sinda/Fluint) or similar.
• Experience with and proficiency in:
  • Problem solving and analytical skills
  • Heat transfer and thermodynamics
  • Experimental design
• Ability to communicate effectively to team members both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to adjust to changing priorities and requirements.
• Working knowledge of cryogenic test systems; dilution refrigeration, 4 K cryo-coolers, Adiabatic Demagnetization Refrigeration (ADR) and liquid helium immersion.
• Experience in cryogenic system design and analysis
• Experience in nanoscale heat transfer
• This position requires the applicant to be a U.S. Citizen.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government security clearance per customer requirements.

Preferred Qualifications for both Principal Cryogenic Thermal Analyst/Sr. Principal Cryogenic Thermal Analyst:

• Design and analysis experience simulating heat transfer within superconducting circuitry.
• Working knowledge of cryogenic test systems; dilution refrigeration, 4 K cryo-coolers, Adiabatic Demagnetization Refrigeration (ADR) and liquid helium immersion.
• Experience in nanoscale heat transfer
• Experience in cryogenic system design and analysis
• Design and analysis experience simulating heat transfer within superconducting materials
• Experience in modeling mechanical structures in; Solidworks, NX or similar.
• An active U.S. government security clearance

Primary Level Salary Range: $105,400.00 - $158,000.00

Secondary Level Salary Range: $131,100.00 - $196,700.00

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.