Senior Energetics Test Engineer – Propulsion

Northrop Grumman; Corinne (UT); On-site; USD 98,000 - 148,000; Full time

Job summary

Northrop Grumman Space Systems in Promontory, Utah, is seeking a Principal/Sr Principal Engineer Energetics Manufacturing to provide testing support for rocket motors and related devices. This role focuses on mechanical testing, tooling, safety, and cross-functional coordination at a facility in Utah.

The position may be filled at Level 3 or Level 4, requiring a B.S. in engineering and 5+ or 8+ years of experience, with DoD clearance qualifications and ATF explosives eligibility.

Qualifications

• B.S. degree in an engineering discipline; Mechanical or Aeronautical preferred.
• Excellent written and oral communication to create clear plans for operators.
• Ability to follow detailed instructions and procedures; safety-conscious.

Responsibilities

• Develop environmental, structural, dynamic, and static test processes for aerospace components including rocket motors and ordnance devices.
• Define tooling, handling, and operation needs for testing; ensure safety and compliance.
• Coordinate test preparation: review requirements, safety protocols, and equipment integration.
• Present technical data to internal/external customers and vendors; support cross-functional teams.
• Spend time in test facilities and at offsite locations to address testing challenges.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Communication skills

Detail-oriented

Safety-focused

Test engineering

Education

B.S. degree in engineering (Mechanical or Aeronautical)

Tools

CAD

Job description

Northrop Grumman Space Systems in Promontory, Utah, is seeking a Principal/Sr Principal Engineer Energetics Manufacturing to provide testing support for rocket motors and related devices. This role focuses on mechanical testing, tooling, safety, and cross-functional coordination at a facility in Utah.

The position may be filled at Level 3 or Level 4, requiring a B.S. in engineering and 5+ or 8+ years of experience, with DoD clearance qualifications and ATF explosives eligibility.