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Northrop Grumman

Associate Propulsion Engineer

2d

Northrop Grumman

US · Full-time · $65,800 – $118,900

About this role

Northrop Grumman is seeking Propulsion Engineers for its Missile Products team within the Weapon Systems Division. The role is located at the Defense Systems Sector in Rocket Center, WV. Employees contribute to revolutionary systems that impact lives today and for generations to come.

The qualified candidate will support project objectives by performing design, analysis, fabrication, and test activities. Work includes selecting analytical data from previous products, mathematically defining problems, and computing engineering characteristics consistent with specifications and design needs.

Northrop Grumman fosters a culture of intellectual curiosity and cognitive diversity. Team members bring their whole selves to work while advancing pioneering technologies in aerospace and defense. The environment encourages bold ideas and a drive to achieve what others consider impossible.

Engineers document results of analysis and design activities while developing original ideas that elaborate on preliminary concepts. Guidance from senior engineers helps ensure assignments meet established technical objectives and supports professional growth within the organization.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree for level 1 or Master’s degree for level 2 from an accredited institution by June 2026
  • Major in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering
  • Ability to obtain a U.S. Government security clearance (U.S. citizenship required)

Responsibilities

  • Support project objectives by performing design, analysis, fabrication, and test activities under guidance of senior engineers.
  • Select applicable analytical data from previous products and mathematically define problems to compute engineering characteristics.
  • Evaluate designs with other technical groups and make modifications to achieve the ideal design.
  • Document results of analysis, test, and design activities.
  • Develop original ideas and elaborate on preliminary design concepts.
  • Establish requirements and procedures to evaluate purchased equipment or materials.

Benefits

  • Relocation assistance may be available