2027 Associate Energetics Manufacturing Engineer / Energetics Manufacturing Engineer - Utah

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4 Locations
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66K-119K Annually
Entry level
Aerospace • Logistics • Security • Software • Cybersecurity
The Role
Designs and qualifies manufacturing processes for highly energetic, static-sensitive, corrosive, and chemical operations. Develops safe facility layouts, process sequences, quality controls, safety interlocks, remote operations, and change-management procedures. Ensures compliance with hazardous-operations standards and regulations while supporting root-cause analysis, failure-mode investigations, and nonconformance resolution. The role is available at several Utah locations and requires STEM education plus eligibility for government clearance and Special Access Program access.
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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 a space pioneer, supporting government, civil and commercial customers in solving their biggest challenges. Our forward-leaning, innovative spirit is backed by a legacy of expertise that began at the dawn of the space age. Our mission experience in space runs deep, we know our customers well, and our capabilities are unmatched. This is what allows us to provide reliable, agile and affordable space solutions to best serve our customers.


From defending freedom to advancing human discovery, we are defining what is possible in space every day.


Entry Level opportunities at Northrop Grumman are unique. Are you interested in boosting your knowledge through experience and exposure, while supporting a mission that seeks to protect our nation and its allies?  If so, then Northrop Grumman is the place you!


Our professionals live and breathe different perspectives; we are curious about the world, accepting each other, and aware that the more ideas, backgrounds, opinions and experiences we bring to our work, the stronger that work will be. Just as you would invest your time and hard work into our company, we focus on investing back into you through enriching professional experiences and high-quality learning and development opportunities. We want you to bring your whole self to work, and for you to have meaningful connections with your coworkers, customers and communities, while providing the best products, systems and technologies to protect our world.


Northrop Grumman is seeking Energetics Manufacturing Engineers. This position will be located at our Space sector in one of the following locations in Utah:

  • Promontory
  • Clearfield
  • Magna
  • Salt Lake City

The qualified candidate will become part of Northrop Grumman’s Manufacturing & Operations Team.


Roles and Responsibilities

  • Designs manufacturing processes, for highly energetic, static sensitive, corrosive, and chemical processes.
  • Designs arrangement of machines and tools within the facility to ensure the most safe and efficient layout.
  • Implements qualification and change management processes to ensure products or services meet customer requirements. Engineer must understand all safety risks of the process and design the processes such that safety risks are mitigated or eliminated. All processes must meet the minimum standard as outlined in (HOPs) Hazards Operation Standard. Understands and complies with DOD4145.26 ATF.
  • Engineers works closely with the Hazards Analysis and Cross Functional Engineering group in designing and setting up the processes.
  • Develops energetic processes such that safety interlocks, standardization requirements for mixes, and remote processes are incorporated into the process for operator and process safety.
  • Designs sequence of operations and quality control that specifies procedures for the fabrication of tools and equipment and other functions that affect product performance. Ensures processes and procedures are in compliance with regulations.
  • Supports cross function matrixed investigation teams with emphasis on root cause analysis, process failure modes, non-conformances and effective analysis.

Basic Qualifications:

Basic Qualifications for an Associate Energetics Manufacturing Engineer:

  • Be completing or has completed their Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution
  • Be majoring in or having majored in a STEM degree
  • Be able to obtain a U.S. Government security clearance (U.S. citizenship is a pre-requisite)
  • The ability to obtain Special Access Program within a reasonable period of time, as determined by the company to meet its business needs
     

Basic Qualifications for an Energetics Manufacturing Engineer:

  • Be completing or has completed their Master’s degree from an accredited institution
  • Be majoring in or having majored in a STEM degree
  • Be able to obtain a U.S. Government security clearance (U.S. citizenship is a pre-requisite)
  • The ability to obtain Special Access Program within a reasonable period of time, as determined by the company to meet its business needs
     

Preferred Qualifications for both levels:

  • Have an overall cumulative GPA of 3.00/4.0 or higher

Salary Range: 

  • Associate Energetics Manufacturing Engineer: $65,800 to $98,800
  • Energetics Manufacturing Engineer: $79,300 to $118,900

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Primary Level Salary Range: $65,800.00 - $98,800.00Secondary Level Salary Range: $79,300.00 - $118,900.00

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.

Skills Required

  • Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution for the Associate level
  • Master's degree from an accredited institution for the Energetics Manufacturing Engineer level
  • Major or completed major in a STEM degree
  • Ability to obtain a U.S. Government security clearance
  • U.S. citizenship
  • Ability to obtain Special Access Program access within a reasonable period
  • Cumulative GPA of 3.00/4.0 or higher

Northrop Grumman Compensation & Benefits Highlights

The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Northrop Grumman and has not been reviewed or approved by Northrop Grumman.

  • Healthcare Strength — Health coverage offers multiple medical plan options by region alongside dental, vision, mental‑health resources, and wellness programs. Recent materials also highlight added family‑building support, including a dedicated fertility benefit.
  • Retirement Support — The 401(k) savings plan is positioned as competitive with a company match, auto‑escalation features, and access to an employee stock fund/ESPP. Official filings and benefits guides emphasize retirement as a core element of the Total Rewards package.
  • Leave & Time Off Breadth — Many sites offer a 9/80 schedule, generous PTO, paid holidays, and flexible/telework options where program needs allow. Paid parental and caregiver leave are prominently featured, with recent enhancements for the delivering parent.

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The Company
HQ: Charlotte, North Carolina
85,636 Employees

What We Do

We are a close-knit community of big thinkers collaborating to keep the world safe. Our passion, creativity and expertise bring next-level technology solutions to life in autonomous systems, cyber, C4ISR, strike, space, and logistics and modernization for our customers around the globe. On the Northrop Grumman team, you’ll join our pursuit of excellence immersed in a dynamic culture of innovation and respect. Your unique perspective will help achieve our shared vision for the future of global security. Every step of the way, you'll be supported by world-class training, employee resource groups and a comprehensive benefits package that enables greater health and happiness for you and your family. Worldwide and across disciplines, we’re challenging what’s possible for technology to protect people and places from undersea to outer space and into cyberspace. And we see the impact of our performance every day. We are Northrop Grumman, and we work on what matters—now, you too can make a difference. Explore opportunities in engineering, IT, manufacturing, business management, cybersecurity and more with us. Northrop Grumman is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.

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