Principal Engineer Energetics Manufacturing

Northrop Grumman

Last Updated: 4/13/2026 6:28:56 AM

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Current Days Open
14
Reqs Seen
5
Current Min Salary
$114,000.00 (Yearly)
Current Max Salary
$114,000.00 (Yearly)
Historical Time to Fill
29.6
First Seen
11/18/2025
Lowest Min Salary Seen
$98,400.00 (Yearly)
5/13/2026
Highest Max Salary Seen
$147,600.00 (Yearly)
5/13/2026

Full Job Description

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: No CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the Time Description At Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportunities to work on revolutionary systems that impact people's lives around the world today, and for generations to come. Our pioneering and inventive spirit has enabled us to be at the forefront of many technological advancements in our nation's history - from the first flight across the Atlantic Ocean, to stealth bombers, to landing on the moon. We look for people who have bold new ideas, courage and a pioneering spirit to join forces to invent the future, and have fun along the way. Our culture thrives on intellectual curiosity, cognitive diversity and bringing your whole self to work and we have an insatiable drive to do what others think is impossible. Our employees are not only part of history, they're making history. Northrop Grumman, Space Systems, is currently seeking a Principal Energetics Engineer to join our Rocket Motor Nozzle Manufacturing team. This position will be located at our facility located in Promontory, Utah. Role Description & Responsibilities: Able to demonstrate and instill a strong safety culture in daily operations · Developing and continuously improving manufacturing processes Supporting manufacturing operations, to include composites manufacturing, machining, rubber layup and molding, chemical bonding, primers and coatings, and complex assemblies Performing cause and corrective action investigations to permanently eliminate defects using root cause analysis tools Working with concurrent engineering team to create Build-to-Packages (i.e. engineering and planning documents) Authoring, updating and reviewing shop floor planning Preparing and presenting technical presentations to VSET, leadership, and to the customers for review and approval Performing table top reviews Monitoring production events and utilizing SPC tools to ensure process control Developing and incorporating process improvements Troubleshooting production/tooling/facility issues and implementing improvements and solutions Supporting design, checkout, qualification and implementation of new or modified tooling or equipment Skills & Qualifications Self-Starter that takes initiative to complete tasks and assignments with little supervision Good problem-solving skills and strong oral and written communication skills Good organization and multi-tasking skills Experience in Lean Manufacturing Techniques Basic Computer skills (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) Interpreting blueprints and specifications, GD&T standards Experience writing shop planning (preferred) · Experience with 3D modeling software Experience working with rubbers, metals, and composite materials (preferred) Strong inter-personal and Customer Service Skills Statistical Process Controls (SPC) As a full-time employee of Northrop Grumman Space Systems, you are eligible for our robust benefits package, including: Medical, Dental & Vision coverage 401k Educational Assistance Life Insurance Employee Assistance Programs & Work/Life Solutions Paid Time Off Health & Wellness Resources Employee Discounts This positions standard work schedule is a 9/80. The 9/80 schedule allows employees who work a nine-hour day Monday through Thursday to take every other Friday off. Basic Qualifications: B.S. degree in Mechanical, Chemical, or Aerospace Engineering or related engineering degree with 5 years experience /or 3 years of experience with a master's degree. Must be able to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret Clearance. Primary Level Salary Range: $114,000.00 - $171,000.00 The above salary range represents a general guideline; however, Northrop Grumman considers a number of factors when determining base salary offers such as the scope and responsibilities of the position and the candidate's experience, education, skills and current market conditions. Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay. Annual bonuses are designed to reward individual contributions as well as allow employees to share in company results. Employees in Vice President or Director positions may be eligible for Long Term Incentives. In addition, Northrop Grumman provides a variety of benefits including health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, savings plan, Company paid holidays and paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business. The application period for the job is estimated to be 20 days from the job posting date. However, this timeline may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates. Northrop Grumman is an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class. For our complete EEO and pay transparency statement, please visit http://www.northropgrumman.com/EEO. U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions. Existing Applicants: Need to update your contact information or email address? Once logged in, click on Candidate Home in the upper right corner and scroll to the bottom of that screen to see buttons for: Update Contact information to update your legal name, address, and phone number Edit Account Settings to edit your email address We are a pioneering company. With careers across all areas: air, cyber, land, sea and space our 90,000 employees work as one to defend and define the future. Northrop Grumman careers and internships are as varied as your interests, with a lifetime of potential that will give you every opportunity to do your best work. Working together with people from many backgrounds, personal passions and disciplines, we share a drive to push the boundaries of science, technology and engineering to meet the ever evolving needs of our customers worldwide.

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