Energetics Propulsion Lead Engineer — Secret Clearance

Northrop Grumman; United States; On-site; USD 98,000 - 184,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

Bonuses

Job summary

Northrop Grumman is seeking an Energetics Lead Engineer Propulsion (Level 3/4) in Chandler, AZ with an active Secret clearance. You will lead a team of energetics engineers, guiding design, testing, and integration for launch vehicle systems and energetic components.

The role requires strong analytic and programmatic skills, CAM/EVMS experience, and collaboration with internal and external customers. Travel up to 10% may be needed, with comprehensive benefits and security clearances.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in STEM with 5+ years experience, or Master's/PhD with fewer years; active Secret clearance required.

Responsibilities

• Lead design, test, and integration of energetics hardware for launch vehicle systems.
• Oversee CAM/EVM reporting and supplier interactions for schedule and cost compliance.
• Support flight tests including integration, checkout, and post-flight data review.

Skills

Energetics engineering

EVMS reporting

System design

Anomaly investigation

Education

Bachelors in STEM

Tools

MATLAB

Python

Job description

Northrop Grumman is seeking an Energetics Lead Engineer Propulsion (Level 3/4) in Chandler, AZ with an active Secret clearance. You will lead a team of energetics engineers, guiding design, testing, and integration for launch vehicle systems and energetic components.

The role requires strong analytic and programmatic skills, CAM/EVMS experience, and collaboration with internal and external customers. Travel up to 10% may be needed, with comprehensive benefits and security clearances.