Structural Engineer, Design Engineer – 2/3

Northrop Grumman

. Support the design, analysis, testing, and production of solid rocket motor hardware, including nozzles, cases, propellant, integration hardware, bonded structures, and metal components .

Posted 10/21/2026full-timeCorinne • Utah • United StatesJunior💰 $79,300 - $147,600 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in solid mechanics and classical mechanics principles, with proficiency in 3D CAD modeling and finite element analysis tools. Capable of developing engineering documentation and collaborating effectively within multidisciplinary teams to support rocket motor hardware design and production.

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Solid Mechanics Understanding3D CAD Modeling (Siemens NX)Finite Element Analysis (Abaqus, ANSYS)Engineering Documentation DevelopmentProblem-Solving Skills

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Hard Skills

Solid MechanicsClassical Mechanics3D CAD ModelingFinite Element AnalysisEngineering DrawingsDesign and Analysis ReportsTest PlansTest ReportsGD&TTolerance Analysis

Soft Skills

Excellent Written CommunicationExcellent Oral CommunicationTime ManagementOrganizational SkillsDetail Oriented

Tools & Technologies

Siemens NXAbaqusANSYSModern Engineering Tools

Certifications & Qualifications

U.S. Government DoD Secret Security ClearanceFederal Safe Explosives Act Background Check

Industry Keywords

Solid Rocket MotorsRocket Motor DesignAerospace DesignManufacturing SupportProduction Testing

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Support the design, analysis, testing, and production of solid rocket motor hardware, including nozzles, cases, propellant, integration hardware, bonded structures, and metal components
Provide accurate, on-time 3D models, engineering drawings, and specifications for rocket motor components
Participate in trade studies and facilitate design changes balancing technical performance, cost, and schedule
Develop engineering documentation, including drawings, specifications, design and analysis reports, test plans, and test reports
Perform closed-form and finite-element structural analysis; evaluate test data to draw conclusions and refine models
Plan and support development, qualification, and production testing of flight hardware and test articles
Provide production and floor support, including problem solving, anomaly resolution, and disposition of non-conformances
Collaborate with Manufacturing, Quality, Safety, Thermal, Structural, Materials, and Test teams to ensure requirements are met
Develop and present technical content for design reviews and briefings to internal and external customers
Maintain standard design and analysis processes and improve methods and tools using test data and advanced analysis techniques
Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in a classical engineering/STEM discipline with 2 years of professional experience, or Master’s degree or PhD in a classical engineering/STEM discipline for Level 2
Bachelor’s degree in a classical engineering/STEM discipline with 5 years of professional experience, or Master’s degree with 3 years, or PhD with 1 year for Level 3
Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government DoD Secret security clearance
Ability to pass a Federal Safe Explosives Act (SEA) background check; required for Level 3 and many roles
Strong understanding of solid mechanics and classical mechanics principles
Excellent written and oral communication skills
Excellent time management and organizational skills
Detail oriented while understanding the big picture
Strong problem-solving skills; self-starter and highly self-motivated
Ability to work effectively in multidisciplinary teams
Basic knowledge of or strong interest in solid rocket motors and their structural/propellant makeup
Experience or strong aptitude with 3D CAD modeling and mechanical drawings, preferably Siemens NX
Familiarity and proficiency with finite element/structural analysis tools such as Abaqus or ANSYS
Preferred: modern engineering tools such as Siemens NX or equivalent CAD and/or commercial FEA software
Preferred: statistics and statistical methods for analysis-focused roles
Preferred: GD&T and tolerance analysis for design-focused roles
Preferred: manufacturing or production support experience
Preferred: solid rocket motor experience
Preferred: NG Propulsion Systems engineering drafting process knowledge
Preferred: fabrication or inspection, rocket motor design, or aerospace design experience
Team-specific preferred qualifications include nozzle hardware, NASA SLS integration hardware, bonded/non-metallic structures, cast-propellant regions, composite rocket motor cases, or metal components experience depending on assignment

Benefits

Comp & perks

Relocation assistance may be available
9/80 schedule, with every other Friday off
Health insurance coverage
Life and disability insurance
Savings plan
Company-paid holidays
Paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business
Potential overtime
Shift differential
Discretionary bonus
Long-term incentives may be available for Vice President or Director positions