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Manger Propulsion Engineering 2

Northrop Grumman

Rocket Center, WVJob$139–209K/yrSeen 1w agoSeen in employer's feed 6 days ago

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Compensation
$139–209K/yr
Location
Rocket Center, WV
Work Authorization
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Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

Secret clearance

Job overview

Northrop Grumman seeks a Propulsion Engineering Manager 2 to lead propulsion engineers at its Allegany Ballistics Laboratory in Rocket Center, West Virginia. The role oversees design, development, and production transition for tactical solid rocket motor propulsion systems and other aerospace and defense articles. It is on-site and requires the ability to obtain a Secret clearance.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

LeadershipInterpersonal SkillsCommunicationComplex Systems Design and DevelopmentTeam LeadershipTactical Solid Rocket Motor Propulsion Design and DevelopmentManagerial Experience

Qualifications

Bachelor's in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or Equivalent Engineering Degree + 10 YearsSTEM Master's Degree + 8 YearsSecret Clearance15 Years Tactical Solid Rocket Motor Propulsion ExperienceActive Secret Clearance

Benefits

Relocation Assistance
Medical Insurance
Paid Time Off

Full job description

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available

CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: No

CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret

TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the Time

Description

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

Primary Level Salary Range: $139,100.00 - $208,700.00

The 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 Category: Engineering

How this job compares

Set against the 5,321 open Engineering Manager jobs on Olive Jobs, counted October 28, 2026.

Pay
  • This posting$139–209K/yr
  • US median$148–254K/yr4,240 salary ranges

This range's midpoint, $174K, is 13% below the US median midpoint ($200K) — in the middle half of Engineering Manager salary ranges across the US.

Openings
Olive Jobs lists 23 open Engineering Manager jobs in West Virginia and 5,321 across the US. 5% of them nationwide are listed as remote or flexible.
Hiring the most in West Virginia
Experience
This posting asks for at least 8 years of experience; Engineering Manager postings that state a minimum ask for 7 years at the median (4,705 postings).
Education
2,473 of the 5,321 open Engineering Manager jobs (46%) ask for a bachelor's degree or higher.

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