Manger Propulsion Engineering 2
Posted 2026-10-13 · Verified live 2026-10-15
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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.Northrop Grumman is seeking a Propulsion Engineering Manager 2 to join our team of qualified, diverse individuals. This position will be located at Rocket Center, WV.
This position is on-site at Rocket Center, WV. No remote opportunities are available for this role.
Northrop Grumman Defense Systems is seeking a highly qualified candidate with outstanding leadership skills to lead a team of propulsion engineers within the Propulsion Engineering Department at the Allegany Ballistics Laboratory in Rocket Center, WV. The qualified applicant will be responsible for overseeing the design, development, and transition to production of cutting edge, tactical solid rocket motor propulsion systems, as well as other aerospace and defense articles.
Roles and Responsibilities:
- Oversee the execution of engineering work products on multiple programs
- Ensure organizational and statutory policies and practices are adhered to
- Establish and maintain efficient and effective teams
- Mentor and coach engineers to advance their technical and professional skills
- Evaluate individual performance and provide feedback through periodic reviews
- Support internal development and research pursuits and proposals
- Serve as a voting member on design and testing engineering review boards
- Ensure the manpower and staffing needs of multiple programs are satisfied
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Basic Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or equivalent accredited engineering degree and 10 years experience, or a STEM Masters Degree and 8 years of experience in: design and development of complex systems,Experience leading a team of individuals to achieve a common goal on a large or challenging effort
- Excellent leadership skills
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills with a wide range of audiences
- Must be able to obtain a Secret Clearance
Preferred Qualifications:
- Candidates with these desired skills will be given preferential consideration:15 years’ experience in tactical solid rocket motor propulsion design and development
- Prior demonstrated managerial experience
- Active Secret Clearance
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