Principal Strategic Weapons Launcher Systems Engineer

Northrop Grumman; North Kingstown (RI); On-site; USD 88,000 - 163,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance may be available

Job summary

Northrop Grumman in Quonset Point, RI is seeking a Strategic Weapons System Launcher Systems Engineer at either level 2 or Principal level. You will join a small, specialized team installing and testing the Trident II Submarine Launcher Subsystem for the Columbia class.

The role requires a self-starter with strong communication, flexibility, and ability to work in a diverse team; travel and rotating shifts may be required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in STEM and 2+ years of relevant naval system or shipyard testing experience.
• US citizenship and active interim secret clearance.
• Willing to travel up to 25% and work rotating shifts.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical support for installation, operation, and maintenance of the Trident II Submarine Launcher Subsystem.
• Witness and participate in SITP test procedures for COLUMBIA Class SSBNs.
• Train shipyard personnel in equipment operation and installation techniques.
• Analyze equipment failures and propose corrective actions.
• Prepare status reports and daily logs of tasks/repairs.
• Collaborate with UK test personnel on SITP lessons learned.

Skills

US citizenship

Travel flexibility

Rotating schedule adaptability

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in STEM

Job description

Northrop Grumman in Quonset Point, RI is seeking a Strategic Weapons System Launcher Systems Engineer at either level 2 or Principal level. You will join a small, specialized team installing and testing the Trident II Submarine Launcher Subsystem for the Columbia class.

The role requires a self-starter with strong communication, flexibility, and ability to work in a diverse team; travel and rotating shifts may be required.