Principal/Sr. Principal Propulsion, Energetics, & HydroTest Engineer

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Propulsion Systems is currently seeking a Principal/Sr. Principal Propulsion, Energetics, & HydroTest Engineer to provide structural hydro-testing support in our Test and Research Operations Value Stream team at the Promontory and Clearfield, Utah sites.

Role Description:

As a Principal/Sr. Principal Propulsion, Energetics, & HydroTest Engineer, develop environmental, structural, dynamic, and static test processes for aerospace components including; rocket motors, rocket motor initiation systems, ordnance devices, and illuminating devices using customer specifications, engineering drawings, test plans and other documentation as applicable. The test preparation process includes: review of requirements, development and coordination of safety protocols, design and integration of support equipment, and documenting the test process. The test engineer is responsible for: selection and integration of test instrumentation and data acquisition systems, development of ordnance initiation process, training test technicians, training and supporting other test engineers, troubleshooting test anomalies, and review of test data. Test engineers work closely with the Safety and Hazards Analysis departments and support cross functional teams in designing and setting up energetic test processes. Test engineers must have demonstrated ability to manage complex test projects and be non-compromising with regards to safety even when working under pressure. Test engineers must be comfortable presenting technical data to internal/external customers, suppliers, and vendors. Test engineers spend time in test facilities (including at offsite customers) developing solutions to a variety of complex testing challenges. 

Experience Requirements:  

• Must be able to qualify for an Alcohol Tobacco and Firearm (ATF) “Explosives Possessor” designation.

• Must be able to qualify for a Department of Defense security clearance.  

• Must be disciplined to follow detailed instructions and comply with procedures.

• Excellent written and oral communication skills to create clear and understandable planning for operators.

• Detail oriented but able to understand the big picture.

• Have a working knowledge of test instrumentation and data systems.

Experience Preferred: 

• Prior experience supporting structural hydro-testing Operations.

• Ability to create/modify simple sketches in CAD or related software for planning sketches. 

• Department of Defense security clearance.

Education/Certifications

• B.S. degree in Mechanical or Aerospace engineering discipline.

• Minimum 5 years applicable experience.

  • This position may be filled at a higher level requiring B.S. degree in Mechanical or Aerospace engineering discipline.

  • Minimum 9 years applicable experience.

Salary Range: $90,400 USD - $135,600 USD

Salary Range 2: $112,000 USD - $168,000 USD

Employees may be eligible for 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 health and safety of our employees and their families is a top priority. The company encourages employees to remain up-to-date on their COVID-19 vaccinations. U.S. Northrop Grumman employees may be required, in the future, to be vaccinated or have an approved disability/medical or religious accommodation, pursuant to future court decisions and/or government action on the currently stayed federal contractor vaccine mandate under Executive Order 14042 https://www.saferfederalworkforce.gov/contractors/.

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