Associate Propulsion Engineer – Promontory UT

Northrop Grumman

. Assist in the development and analysis of propulsion system components, including rocket motors, nozzles, materials and propellant grains .

Posted 10/14/2026full-timePromontory • Utah • United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $65,800 - $98,800 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in propulsion system analysis and design, including engineering calculations, simulations, and technical documentation. Proficient in collaborative engineering processes and maintaining industry standards in aerospace and defense.

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Propulsion System AnalysisCFD Simulations3D CAD ModelingANSYS/CFDStatistical Process Control

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Hard Skills

Engineering CalculationsThermal Response AnalysisStructural Integrity AssessmentRoot Cause AnalysisDesign Specifications

Soft Skills

CollaborationCommunicationProblem-Solving

Tools & Technologies

MATLABPythonCAD

Certifications & Qualifications

U.S. Government Security Clearance

Industry Keywords

Aerospace EngineeringDefensePropulsion EngineeringEnergeticsChemical Propulsion

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Python

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Assist in the development and analysis of propulsion system components, including rocket motors, nozzles, materials and propellant grains
Perform engineering calculations and simulations to predict propulsion system performance, including CFD, thermal response and structural integrity
Support the design, execution and documentation of propulsion system tests, including data acquisition and post-test analysis
Contribute to technical documentation such as design specifications, 3D CAD models and drawings, test plans and engineering reports
Collaborate with senior engineers and interdisciplinary teams and experts to ensure successful project execution
Participate in root cause analysis and corrective action planning for propulsion system issues
Participate in design reviews and collaborate with cross-functional teams, including engineers using the propulsion within the targeted system
Maintain awareness of industry standards, best practices, and emerging technologies in propulsion engineering
Help implement collaborative engineering processes across multiple engineering disciplines to optimize design performance and achieve required cost and manufacturing rate objectives
Work with senior engineers to evaluate manufacturing and product defects against required performance and identify improvement actions
Evaluate supply chain items and materials for suitability in designs and production, supporting required levels of quality and performance, often using Statistical Process Control tools

Requirements

What you’ll need

Completing or has completed a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution for Associate Propulsion Engineer
Completing or has completed a Master’s degree from an accredited institution for Propulsion Engineer
Major in Mechanical, Chemical, Material Science or Aerospace Engineering or related STEM field
Ability to obtain a U.S. Government security clearance (U.S. citizenship is a pre-requisite)
Ability to obtain Special Access Program access within a reasonable period of time, as determined by the company to meet its business needs
Internships or co-op experience in aerospace, defense or propulsion preferred
Hands on experience with engineering tools such as ANSYS/CFD, MATLAB, Python and CAD preferred
Experience with energetics, rockets or chemical propulsion in school projects preferred
Overall cumulative GPA of 3.0/4.0 or higher preferred

Benefits

Comp & perks

Relocation assistance may be available
Overtime may be available
Shift differential may be available
Discretionary bonus may be available
Health insurance coverage
Life and disability insurance
Savings plan
Company paid holidays
Paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business