Propulsion Engineer - Level 6

19h19 hours ago

Northrop Grumman

US · Full-time · $166,500 – $249,700

About this role

Northrop Grumman’s Space Sector seeks a Propulsion Engineer - Level 6 to support missions critical to national and global security. The role serves as Chief Engineer and Principal Investigator for the SMART development rocket motor program at Promontory, UT. This position leads evaluation and demonstration of key solid rocket motor technologies.

The engineer will act as technical lead for fast-paced annual development of new solid rocket motors. Duties include maturing SRM design, material, and processing technologies through yearly rocket motor tests. Work occurs on a 9/80 schedule with every other Friday off.

You will coordinate technology advancement across Propulsion Systems functions and business units. Regular communication occurs with project leadership, other Principal Investigators, and Executive Leadership. The position requires 10% travel to advance program objectives.

Northrop Grumman provides an environment where bold ideas and pioneering spirit drive revolutionary systems. Employees contribute to technological advancements with impact across generations. Relocation assistance may be available for qualified candidates.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in a classical Engineering discipline or related closely field required with 14 years of professional experience – OR – Master’s degree with 12 years of professional experience – OR – PhD with 10 years of professional experience
Must have the ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government DoD Secret security clearance
Strong understanding of solid rocket motor design, manufacture, and test
Excellent people and technical project management skills
Experience in conducting architectural and component-level trade studies
Strong knowledge of and ability to facilitate, coordinate and lead work across Propulsion Systems’ functions and disciplines
Strong problem-solving skills and ability to remain resilient while overcoming challenges
Excellent written and oral communication skills

Responsibilities

Serve as Technical Lead for fast-paced annual development of new solid rocket motors
Lead a diverse team in evaluating, maturing, and demonstrating key SRM design, material, and processing technologies through annual rocket motor tests
Work with business development to identify and advertise SRM configurations aligned with industry needs and opportunities
Drive technology demonstration toward onboarding to new and existing SRM programs to enhance Propulsion Systems business opportunities
Implement an innovative vision via regular communication with the project leadership team, other Principal Investigators, functional teams, and Executive Leadership
Coordinate technology advancement with technology leaders across NG SRM business units