Senior Propulsion Engineer – Systems & Controls Lead

Northrop Grumman; United States; On-site; USD 136,000 - 204,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance may be available

10–25% travel

Job summary

Northrop Grumman is seeking a Sr. Principal Propulsion Engineer to join the PS&C team in Huntsville, AL. You will design mechanical structures and propulsion components, guiding junior engineers and integrating analytical methods to meet program needs.

Ideal candidates hold a STEM degree with substantial design experience, are able to mentor teams, and can obtain a Secret clearance. Travel and collaboration across sites are expected.

Qualifications

• Requires STEM degree at bachelor level or higher with progressive design experience.
• Ability to mentor junior engineers and guide technical teams.
• Secret clearance eligibility and U.S. citizenship required.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical direction with input from subject matter experts.
• Apply theory and test data to solve complex components, structures, and subsystems.
• Define materials, structural components, and functional system requirements.
• Plan and execute engineering tasks for projects.

Skills

Engineering leadership

Team collaboration

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in STEM

Master’s degree in STEM

PhD in STEM

Tools

Siemens NX

Siemens Teamcenter United Architecture

Job description

Northrop Grumman is seeking a Sr. Principal Propulsion Engineer to join the PS&C team in Huntsville, AL. You will design mechanical structures and propulsion components, guiding junior engineers and integrating analytical methods to meet program needs.

Ideal candidates hold a STEM degree with substantial design experience, are able to mentor teams, and can obtain a Secret clearance. Travel and collaboration across sites are expected.