Propulsion Engineer: Level 1

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available

CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: No

CLEARANCE TYPE: None

TRAVEL: No

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 Kennedy Space Center, Cape Canaveral, FL, you’ll be a linchpin in missions of paramount importance, defining the art of the possible from day one.      

This requisition is intended to hire engineers for the Artemis Space Launch System Booster Integration Team. The Booster Integration Team plays a key part in the success of the Artemis Program, and the candidate will have the opportunity to be apart of history in the making.

 

In this job, you will:

• Direct on floor design support, analysis, test, and integration of solid rocket motor hardware (nozzles, cases, propellant, integration hardware, bonded structures, and metal components).
• Provide accurate, on-time 3D models, engineering drawings, and specifications for rocket motor components.
• Participate in trade studies and facilitate design changes that balance technical performance, cost, and schedule.
• Develop engineering documentation (drawings, specifications, design/analysis reports, test plans, test reports).
• Perform structural analysis (closed-form and finite element) and evaluate test data to draw conclusions and refine models.
• Plan and support development, qualification, and production testing of flight hardware and test articles.
• Provide production and floor support, including problem solving, anomaly resolution, and disposition of non‑conformances.
• Interact with multi-discipline development teams (Manufacturing, Quality, Safety, Thermal, Structural, Materials, and Test) to ensure requirements are met.
• Develop and present technical content for design reviews and briefings to internal and external customers.
• Learn and help maintain standard design and analysis processes and improve methods and tools using test data and advanced analysis techniques.
• Other duties as assigned

  

• Bachelor’s degree in a STEM field with 0 years of professional experience.   
• Must have the ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government Secret security clearance
• For many roles, ability to pass a background check for the Federal Safe Explosives Act (SEA).
• Strong understanding of solid mechanics and classical mechanics principles.
• Basic knowledge of or strong interest in solid rocket motors and their structural/propellant makeup.
• One or both of the following:
  • Experience or strong aptitude with 3D CAD modeling and mechanical drawings (preferably Siemens NX)
  • Familiarity and proficiency with finite element/structural analysis tools (e.g., Abaqus, ANSYS)

 

• Strong written and oral communication skills with the ability to clearly present technical content in email, reports, and design reviews.
• Able to manage multiple tasks and maintain accurate technical documentation
• Experience using modern engineering tools such as Siemens NX or equivalent CAD and/or commercial FEA software (e.g., Abaqus, ANSYS)
• Familiarity with statistics and statistical methods
• Knowledge of GD&T and tolerance analysis
• Experience supporting manufacturing or production
• Experience with solid rocket motors
• Knowledgeable of NG Propulsion Systems engineering drafting process
• Previous fabrication or inspection experience, rocket motor design, or aerospace design experience
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Excellent time management and organizational skills
• Detail oriented yet able to understand the big picture.
• Strong problem-solving skills; self-starter and highly self-motivated.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively in multidisciplinary teams.

 

 

https://www.northropgrumman.com/space

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.