2026 Test Systems Engineer Level 1 or 2 - Promontory UT

Northrop Grumman; United States; On-site; USD 66,000 - 119,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Savings plan

Company holidays and PTO

Job summary

Northrop Grumman's Space Sector seeks a Test Systems Engineer (Engineer Energetics Manufacturing) to support environmental, structural, dynamic, and static test processes for aerospace components, including rocket motors and initiation systems. This onsite role in Promontory, UT requires a security clearance eligibility and a strong focus on safety and teamwork.

The candidate will design and oversee build and test setups, work with engineers to document equipment, and present findings to

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience with electrical, mechanical and software aspects of automated control systems.
• LabVIEW certification/experience is a plus.
• PCB layout and fabrication experience.
• Instrumentation and data acquisition skills.
• Proficiency in Python and C programming.

Responsibilities

• Design, document and oversee the build, installation and checkout of test support equipment.
• Work with Test Engineering and Operations to document ground test equipment designs and configurations.
• Present technical data to leadership and review boards.
• Collaborate with senior engineers to manage complex test projects with strong safety focus.
• Develop solutions to a variety of testing challenges in facilities and at offsite locations.

Skills

Electrical systems

Mechanical systems

Control software

Python

C programming

LabVIEW

PCB layout

Data acquisition

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree

Tools

LabVIEW

Job description

Relocation Assistance

Relocation assistance may be available

CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: No CLEARANCE TYPE: None TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the Time

Job 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 Test Systems Engineer (Engineer Energetics Manufacturing 1/2) – Level 1 or Level 2 located in Promontory, UT, you’ll be a linchpin in missions of paramount importance, defining the art of the possible from day one.

This position is 100% onsite and cannot accommodate telecommute work.

As a Test Systems Engineer (Engineer Energetics Manufacturing 1/2), work with senior engineers to maintain and/or develop control systems in support of environmental, structural, dynamic, and static test processes for aerospace components including; rocket motors, rocket motor initiation systems, ordnance devices, and illuminating devices.

Responsibilities

• Candidate for this position will be part of a team that is responsible for designing, documenting and overseeing the build, installation and checkout process for test support equipment.
• Candidate will work with Test Engineering and Operations to document ground test equipment electrical and mechanical designs, test setups, and bay configurations.
• Must have a willingness to learn how to manage complex test projects and be non-compromising with regards to safety even when working under pressure.
• Must be comfortable presenting technical data to leadership and review boards.
• Test systems engineers spend time in test facilities (including at offsite customers) developing solutions to a variety of complex testing challenges.
• Other duties as assigned

This position can be filled at either a Level 1 or Level 2.

Basic Qualifications – Level 1

• Bachelor’s degree with 0 years of professional experience.
• Must have the ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government Secret security clearance
• Must be able to qualify for an Alcohol Tobacco and Firearm (ATF) "Explosives Possessor" designation.
• Must be disciplined to follow detailed instructions and comply with procedures.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills to create clear and understandable documentation

Basic Qualifications – Level 2

• Bachelor’s degree with 2 years of professional experience – OR – Master’s degree with 0 years of professional experience.
• Must have the ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government Secret security clearance
• Must be able to qualify for an Alcohol Tobacco and Firearm (ATF) "Explosives Possessor" designation.
• Must be disciplined to follow detailed instructions and comply with procedures.Excellent written and oral communication skills to create clear and understandable documentation

Preferred Qualifications

• Hands-on experience working with electrical, mechanical and software aspects of automated control systems.
• NI LabVIEW certification/experience a plus.
• Cable design experience
• Instrumentation and data acquisition
• Proficiency in Python and C programming languages
• PCB layout and fabrication
• Curious about all the exciting developments with the Northrop Grumman Space Sector?

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.

Compensation and Benefits

Northrop Grumman Total Rewards Primary Level Salary Range: $65,800.00 - $98,800.00

Northrop Grumman Total Rewards Secondary Level Salary Range: $79,300.00 - $118,900.00

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.

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.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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.

Citizenship Requirements

U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.

Additional Information

We are a pioneering company. With careers across all areas: air, cyber, land, sea and space - our 90,000 employees work as one to defend and define the future. Northrop Grumman careers and internships are as varied as your interests, with a lifetime of potential that will give you every opportunity to do your best work. Working together with people from many backgrounds, personal passions and disciplines, we share a drive to push the boundaries of science, technology and engineering to meet the ever evolving needs of our customers worldwide.