Principal / Sr Principal Flying Test Bed LCS Analyst/Architect

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available

CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: Yes

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.

Please note that this opportunity is contingent on program funding.  Start dates are determined after funding confirmation.

Northrop Grumman Aeronautics Systems sector has an opening for a Principal Flying Test Bed LCS Analyst/Architect (Level 3) OR Sr Principal Flying Test Bed LCS Analyst/Architect (Level 4) specializing in Liquid Cooling Systems (LCS) Subsystems Performance Analysis to join our team of qualified, diverse individuals. This role is located in Melbourne, FL.

In this role, you will lead performance analysis and architecture of advanced liquid cooling and related thermal-fluid subsystems on a cutting‑edge flying test bed, helping integrate complex avionics and aircraft hardware into a high‑performance, flight‑ready environment.

Note: This role is fully onsite; remote work is not available.

Key Responsibilities may include, but are not limited to:

• Work both independently and as part of a large, multi‑disciplinary engineering team.

• Perform fluid system related analysis in support of the development of aircraft subsystems as well as the integration of aircraft avionics and the installation of various aircraft hardware. Analysis includes, but not limited to, subsystem performance modeling, such as liquid cooling systems, air cycle systems, fluid distribution systems, and compartment temperature assessments as influenced by structural heat transfer and compartment heat sources.

• Apply working knowledge of one or more of the following: Liquid Cooling Systems, Bleed Air systems, Environmental Control Systems (ECS – pack and vapor cycle machines), fuel subsystems, and avionics cooling.

• Support system‑level test planning, test execution, verification, and troubleshooting for thermal‑fluid subsystems.

• Participate in internal program, customer, and supplier technical exchange meetings and formal program milestone reviews to present results and provide status updates.

• Manage team cost and schedule commitments and mentor junior engineers in fluid subsystems performance analysis.

• Thrive in a dynamic environment with high expectations, diverse technical assignments, and collaborative, cross‑functional teamwork across all levels of the organization.

Basic Qualifications:

This requisition may be filled at a Principal Flying Test Bed LCS Analyst/Architect (Level 3) OR Sr Principal Flying Test Bed LCS Analyst/Architect (Level 4) level based on the qualifications below.

Principal Flying Test Bed LCS Analyst/Architect (Level 3)

• Must have a Bachelor’s Degree in a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, or Math) discipline and 5 years of related professional/military experience; OR a Master’s Degree in a STEM discipline and 3 years of related professional/military experience; OR a Ph.D. in a STEM discipline and 1 year of related professional/military experience.
• Your ability to obtain and/or transfer and maintain the final U.S. adjudicated government Secret clearance and any program access(es) required for the position within a reasonable period of time, as determined by the Company.

• Professional experience modeling fluid systems using tools such as AMESim, MATLAB/Simulink, ANSYS Fluent, Flowmaster, Easy5, or similar fluid‑simulation software with fluid‑network solvers

• Professional experience related to the development and/or integration of liquid cooling systems.

Sr Principal Flying Test Bed LCS Analyst/Architect (Level 4)

• Must have a Bachelor’s Degree in a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, or Math) discipline and 8 years of related professional/military experience; OR a Master’s Degree in a STEM discipline and 6 years of related professional/military experience; OR a Ph.D. in a STEM discipline and 4 years of related professional/military experience.
• Your ability to obtain and/or transfer and maintain the final U.S. adjudicated government Secret clearance and any program access(es) required for the position within a reasonable period of time, as determined by the Company.

• Professional experience modeling fluid systems using tools such as AMESim, MATLAB/Simulink, ANSYS Fluent, Flowmaster, Easy5, or similar fluid‑simulation software with fluid‑network solvers

• Professional experience related to the development and/or integration of liquid cooling systems.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering with a focus on thermodynamics, fluid mechanics, and heat transfer analysis.
• Experience modeling thermal‑fluid systems using AMESim and/or MATLAB/Simulink.
• Experience interpreting component detail drawings, specifications, installation drawings, and test procedures.
• Experience with military and/or commercial airworthiness certification processes (e.g., MIL‑HDBK‑516).
• Engineering or maintenance experience with 737 aircraft LCS/ECS systems.
• Experience designing and releasing engineering for fluid systems (liquid cooling, bleed air, ECS, fuel, etc.) using 3D CAD tools such as NX, CATIA, SolidWorks, or Creo.

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Primary Level Salary Range: $98,400.00 - $147,600.00

Secondary Level Salary Range: $122,800.00 - $184,200.00

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.