About the Role

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, Space Systems, is seeking a Propulsion Engineer to join our Loaded Motor team. This position will be located at our facility in Promontory, UT.

Role Description & Responsibilities

The Propulsion Engineer is responsible for evaluating internal ballistic performance of solid rocket motors produced at Northrop Grumman facilities in Utah, which range in size from very large space launch boosters to small subscale laboratory test motors. This includes a wide variety of boosters used in launch vehicles for defense, space, and commercial applications.

• Analyze ground test and flight motor performance using computer software
• Design solid propellant grain geometries for new rocket motors
• Assess results of static tests to improve analytical modeling
• Develop and present documented analyses to internal and external customers
• Evaluate historical motor performance data
• Develop performance requirements
• Coordinate tasks with other analysts and designers
• Improve and update analytical methods and computer software
• Performing tasks in adjacent roles such as thermal, structural, design, and CFD
• Travel expectation of 0% - 5%

Basic Qualifications

This position can be filled at either a level 2 or level 3.

Level 2

• Bachelor's degree in engineering (e.g. Aerospace, Aeronautical, Mechanical, Chemical) and 2 years of experience or MS degree in engineering
• Basic knowledge of solid rocket motors and their performance
• Computer programming (MATLAB, FORTRAN, C, C++), CAD, and MS Office
• Familiarity with statistics and statistical methods
• Highly self-motivated
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Excellent time management and personal organizational skills
• Detail oriented and able to understand the big picture
• Willingness to learn

Level 3

• Bachelor's degree in engineering (e.g. Aerospace, Aeronautical, Mechanical, Chemical) and 5 years of experience or MS degree in engineering and 3 years of experience
• Basic knowledge of solid rocket motors and their performance
• Computer programming (MATLAB, FORTRAN, C, C++), CAD, and MS Office
• Familiarity with statistics and statistical methods
• Highly self-motivated
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Excellent time management and personal organizational skills
• Detail oriented and able to understand the big picture
• Willingness to learn

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree in engineering (e.g. Aerospace, Aeronautical, Mechanical, Chemical) with 3 years of experience or a PhD in engineering
• Experience or education with an emphasis on rocket propulsion, combustion, fluid dynamics, or thermodynamics
• Experience performing technical analysis
• Experience evaluating large data sets and deriving conclusions
• Demonstrated success in a team environment

Additional Requirements

• Successful candidate must be able to obtain and maintain a U.S.

Government Security Clearance:

Compensation & Benefits

Salary

• Primary Level Salary Range: $77,200.00 - $115,800.00
• Secondary Level Salary Range: $95,300.00 - $142,900.00

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.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental & Vision coverage
• 401k
• Educational Assistance
• Life Insurance
• Employee Assistance Programs & Work/Life Solutions
• Paid Time Off
• Health & Wellness Resources
• Employee Discounts

Work Schedule

This position's standard work schedule is a 9/80A. The 9/80 schedule allows employees who work a nine-hour day Monday through Thursday to take every other Friday off.

Additional Information

• Clearance Type: Secret
• Travel: Yes, 10% of the Time
• Relocation Assistance: Relocation assistance may be available
• U.S. Citizenship: Required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions

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.