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Propulsion Engineer

Northrop Grumman

On-site
Corinne, UT
Full-time
Mid Level
$66k–$99kPosted 2d ago

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Job description

Northrop Grumman is hiring a Propulsion Engineer — a full-time, based in Corinne, UT role ($66k–$99k). Apply directly on Northrop Grumman's careers page below.

Propulsion Engineer 2

Location: United States-Utah-Corinne

Time Type: Full time

Job Description

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available

CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: No

CLEARANCE TYPE: None

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.

Expand your horizons, advance your career, and contribute to a secure future for generations. Northrop Grumman’s Space Sector invites you to bring your pioneering spirit to our collaborative teams. As a Propulsion Engineer – Level 1 located in Promontory, UT, you’ll be a linchpin in missions of paramount importance, defining the art of the possible from day one.

The Propulsion Engineer is responsible for designing solid rocket motor internal insulators for a variety of government and commercial programs. This individual will use their engineering knowledge and insulation design processes to develop design solutions that meet technical, cost, and schedule requirements.

This position will work a 9/80 schedule, with every other Friday off. 

Job responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following: 

  • Design and assess internal insulation systems that thermally protect solid fuel rocket propulsion systems and related components 
  • Provide accurate, on-time 3D models and specifications for next generation internal insulation designs 
  • Participate in engineering teams associated with the design, test, and production of rocket motor internal insulators 
  • Interact with development teams (including specialists in Manufacturing, Quality, Safety, Thermal, Structural, Materials, and Test) to certify design solutions that meet all requirements (technical, cost, schedule) 
  • Engage with multi-discipline team and functions to improve internal insulation design process and tools via incorporation of test data and new innovative analysis and predictive and uncertainty quantification techniques 
  • Develop and present documentation for project related briefings including design reviews to be given to internal and external customers 
  • Perform problem solving/anomaly resolution and conduct special studies 
  • Collect and evaluate post fire insulation performance data from full scale rocket motor tests 
  • Other duties as assigned 

Why you? You’re the candidate we’re searching for if you are ready to achieve the impossible alongside like-minded innovators. 

Basic Qualifications for Level 2: 

  • Bachelor’s degree in classical Engineering.
  • Must have the ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government DoD Secret security clearance 
  • Previous internal insulation design, fabrication, inspection experience, rocket motor design, or aerospace experience 
  • Willingness to learn: Chemical basics of rubber and polymer insulations and adhesives 
  • U.S. Citizenship 
  • Ability to travel: Travel expectation of 10% 

 Preferred Qualifications:

  • NX modeling and drawing experience 
  • Understanding of manufacturing and inspection processes 
  • Previous experience at Northrop Grumman 

Curious about all the exciting developments with the Northrop Grumman Space Sector? Click the link below: 

https://www.northropgrumman.com/space 

Working at Northrop Grumman is more than just a paycheck. We offer a comprehensive Total Rewards and benefits package designed to help you thrive at work and in life. For more information on our Total Rewards package, please visit our Total Rewards site. 

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Primary Level Salary Range: $65,800.00 - $98,800.00

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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Frequently asked questions

What is the salary for Propulsion Engineer at Northrop Grumman?

The estimated salary range for Propulsion Engineer at Northrop Grumman is $66,000 - $99,000 USD per year.

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Propulsion Engineer at Northrop Grumman is a Mid Level level position.

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