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Structural Engineer 2

Northrop Grumman
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Corinne, UT, USA
Sep 21, 2026
RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be availableCLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: NoCLEARANCE TYPE: NoneTRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the Time

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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.

Expand your horizons, advance your career, and contribute to a secure future for generations. Northrop Grumman’s Space Sector invites you to bring your pioneering spirit to our collaborative teams. As a Structural Engineer - Level 2 located in Promontory, UT, you’ll be a linchpin in missions of paramount importance, defining the art of the possible from day one.     

We are currently seeking a Structural Engineer for our NASA Integration Design team in our Promontory, UT offices. NASA Integration Design team is responsible for designing hardware and processes that facilitate the assembly of the Space Launch System (SLS) solid rocket motor hardware and integrate the motor to the full SLS assembly at Kennedy Space Center. Engineers help coordinate with the NASA customer to improve efficiencies in the assembly process while maintaining safety and quality.

This position will work a 9/80 schedule, with every other Friday off.

Job responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:

  • The Integration Design and Analysis Engineer is responsible for aiding the development of hardware design of flight and static test hardware for rocket motor components related to integration and assembly:
    • Contribute to major design activities and coordinate technical efforts
    • Create designs for future rocket motor assembly components and their integration with other subsystems
  • Develop engineering documentation products (drawings, specifications, design and analysis reports, test plans, test reports, etc.)
  • Oversee and plan testing for development and qualification of flight hardware products
  • Provide production and assembly support for heritage and new components related to the NASA Space Launch System (SLS)

Job Duties:         

  • Understand, coordinate, and integrate components from sub system teams into a booster assembly
  • Design associated components and structures to achieve lowest cost from design and lean manufacturing principles
  • Review manufacturing planning
  • Interface with customer technical personnel and program managers
  • Plan and oversee material characterization testing of materials used in the design of integration hardware such as adhesives, metallic and non-metallic structures, and corrosion protection materials
  • Perform structural analysis to support the design of flight hardware and test articles
  • Perform assessment and develop disposition of discrepant hardware (MRB) and hardware anomalies
  • Create engineering drawings and specifications to define design for hardware fabrication, write test plans, support fabrication efforts, oversee testing, analyze test data and make revisions to design based on results
  • Provide engineering support for the SLS/Artemis build down at Kennedy Space Center
  • Other duties as assigned

Why you? You’re the candidate we’re searching for if you are ready to achieve the impossible alongside like-minded innovators.

Basic Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Civil, or Aerospace  with 2 years of professional experience - OR - Master’s degree with 0 years of professional experience.  
  • Must have the ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government Secret security clearance
  • Broad understanding of large assemblies and their impact in design and processing
  • Strong skills in CAD including GD&T, tolerance stack-up analysis and drawing preparation skills
  • Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and specifications
  • Strong skills in problem-solving
  • Excellent written and oral communication skills
  • Excellent time management and organizational skills
  • Detail oriented but able to understand the big picture

 Preferred Qualifications:             

  • Masters Degree
  • Experience in rocket motor integration and assembly processes
  • Knowledgeable of NG/SP Engineering drafting process
  • Experience in machine shop operations
  • Knowledgeable of Siemens NX
  • Knowledgeable of ANSYS or ABAQUS
  • Experience with MIL/Aerospace testing methods

Curious about all the exciting developments with the Northrop Grumman Space Sector? Click the link below:

https://www.northropgrumman.com/space

Working at Northrop Grumman is more than just a paycheck. We offer a comprehensive Total Rewards and benefits package designed to help you thrive at work and in life. For more information on our Total Rewards package, please visit our Total Rewards site.

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Primary Level Salary Range: $79,300.00 - $118,900.00The 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.

Job ID

R10246183
About Northrop Grumman

Northrop Grumman solves the toughest problems in space, aeronautics, defense and cyberspace to meet the ever-evolving needs of our customers worldwide. Our 90,000 employees are Defining Possible every day to create and deliver advanced systems, products and services. Northrop Grumman careers and internships are as varied as your interests, with a lifetime of potential that will allow you to work together with people from many backgrounds, personal passions and disciplines.

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