Propulsion Engineering Manager - High-Speed Systems

Northrop Grumman; Town of Florida (NY); On-site; USD 147,000 - 220,000; Full time

Job summary

Northrop Grumman Defense Systems is seeking a Propulsion Engineering Manager 2 for our Palm Beach Gardens, Florida facility. You will lead a staff of engineers supporting development programs within Advanced Propulsion & Systems, focusing on ramjet/scramjet propulsion and related testing.

The role requires 10+ years in propulsion, strong GD&T, and the ability to obtain a DoD Secret Clearance. Travel 10–25% and collaboration with cross-functional teams are essential for success.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 10 years of experience in successful proposal, design, and development of jet engine or high-speed propulsion systems.
• BS in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering, or related science field.
• Strong technical background in propulsion systems, technical risk assessment, technical planning, and program execution is required.
• Strong experience in drawing and model review, geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T).
• Must be a self-starter and possess the skills necessary to lead and motivate others, achieving results in a timely manner.
• Excellent oral, presentation and written communication to all levels of an organization.
• Intermediate to advanced computer skills including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Ability to obtain DoD Secret Clearance, which US citizenship is required.
• Ability and willingness to travel 10-25%.

Responsibilities

• Manage a group of approximately 10-15 project and design engineers supporting multiple development programs.
• Ensure that the technical approaches, designs, and technical plans meet the program or proposal requirements, objectives, and cost/schedule constraints.
• Actively manage direct reports in areas such as safety, job expectations, career goals, mentoring/coaching, and strategy deployment.
• Ensure staff receive the appropriate training and skill development opportunities to be successful in their roles.
• Provide continual feedback with respect to individual performance.
• Plan, prioritize, allocate and manage resources to meet program staffing and department needs.
• Utilize development plans, stretch assignments, 1:1 feedback, coaching/mentoring, training, recognition, promotion/equity, and other tools to develop and reward our engineering talent.
• Ensure that engineering, program management, and other functional departments are aligned with program/proposal goals and technical and programmatic approaches.
• Apply sound engineering principles and ensure compliance with NGDS processes and standards.
• Take a leadership role in solving significant engineering issues; develop plans to resolve issues, communicate plans, ensure resources, and advise senior management on progress.

Skills

Propulsion systems

Team leadership

Technical risk assessment

Program execution

GD&T

Communication

DoD Secret Clearance

Education

BS in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering

MS or higher (preferred)

Job description

Northrop Grumman Defense Systems is seeking a Propulsion Engineering Manager 2 for our Palm Beach Gardens, Florida facility. You will lead a staff of engineers supporting development programs within Advanced Propulsion & Systems, focusing on ramjet/scramjet propulsion and related testing.

The role requires 10+ years in propulsion, strong GD&T, and the ability to obtain a DoD Secret Clearance. Travel 10–25% and collaboration with cross-functional teams are essential for success.