Structural Engineer 2

Northrop Grumman

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Corinne, Utah

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PERMANENT

Updated 09/17/2026

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Yes, 10 of the TimeDescriptionAt Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportunities to work on revolutionary systems that impact peoples 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 nations 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, theyre 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.

Northrop Grumman Total Rewards 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 candidates 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.

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