Acoustic Analyst Level 2/3
Company: Northrop Grumman
Location: Sunnyvale
Posted on: April 1, 2026
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Job Description:
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! Northrop Grumman Mission Systems is seeking an Acoustic
Analyst level 2 or 3 to support the development and ongoing support
of world-class US Navy machinery (turbines, generators, motors, and
other system components based out of Sunnyvale, CA . What You’ll
get to Do: Use classical analysis techniques to establish an
understanding of machinery acoustic performance and resolve issues.
Develop a variety of component and system level predictive /
simulation models. Perform modal, vibration, modal, direct
frequency response, and sound transmission analyses to predict
performance and resolve issues. Gather data from tests, and analyze
the results. Correlate model predictions to test data to validate
the approach / model. Work closely with cross-function internal and
customer teams. Prepare technical reports and presentations
summarizing findings and recommendations for internal and external
stakeholders. Basic Qualifications for Acoustic Analyst level 2:
Bachelor's Degree in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering or
Math) discipline with 2 years relevant work experience; or Master’s
Degree in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering or Math) with no
relevant work experience. Experience with simulation software
tools: Hypermesh, Nastran, Abaqus, MATLAB (or similar) Must be a US
citizen. Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret Clearance. Basic
Qualifications for Acoustic Analyst level 3: Bachelor's Degree in
STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering or Math) discipline with 5
years relevant work experience; or Master’s Degree in STEM
(Science, Technology, Engineering or Math) with 3 years of relevant
experience; or Ph.D in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering or
Math) with no relevant work experience. Experience with simulation
software tools: Hypermesh, Nastran, Abaqus, MATLAB (or similar)
Must be a US citizen. Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret
Clearance. Preferred Qualifications: Experience in developing
system-level finite element models. Experience in performing a
classical and finite element analysis solution types. Experience
collecting and analyzing large data sets. Primary Level Salary
Range: $91,800.00 - $137,600.00 Secondary Level Salary Range:
$114,000.00 - $171,000.00 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.
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