Research Scientist Manager 2

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available

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, Space Systems, is seeking a Research Scientist Manager 2 to lead our Propellant team. This position serves as the department focal point for developing propellant for new programs and supporting production solid rocket motor contracts. The position will be supporting the Propulsion Systems Division at our facility located in Promontory, UT.

Role Description and Responsibilities:

The propellant engineering manager directs a high performing team of approximately 12 individuals who create innovative methodologies to solve complex engineering challenges, implement solutions that improve performance, reliability, and reduce lifecycle costs. The manager is also responsible to: mentor and bring out the best in each team member, help them meet and overcome challenges and progress in their careers, help them feel personal satisfaction in their accomplishments, and convey and implement department and corporate expectations.

Job Duties:

• Direct engineering methodology and maintenance tasks for team

• Direct propellant activities and coordinate efforts across PS

• Direct propellant activities and coordinate efforts across PS to include formulation, scale-up and storage/handling

• Coordinate Team tasks, budgets, and schedules with program managers, IR&D leadership, project engineers, and others in PS

• Oversee Team member workloads and task progression and completion

• Mentor Team members in personal growth and career development

• Lead and document periodic formal and informal performance reviews and determine merits and promotions

• Review and update standard work requirements and guidelines

• Determine staffing requirements

• Support initiatives of engineering leadership

Basic Qualifications:

• B.S. degree in an engineering or science discipline and 8 years experience, M.S. degree in an engineering or science discipline with 6 years experience, or a PhD. Degree in an engineering or science discipline and 4 years experience.

• Prior experience in technical leadership of solid propellant rocket motor development / qualification efforts

• Experience with energetic materials and scale-up processes / safety protocols.

• Experience with viscoelastic binder chemistry of mix cast propellants including plasticizers and cure catalysts

• Working knowledge and/or experience across multiple engineering disciplines and their interactions

• Excellent communication, interpersonal skills, and the ability to interface with all levels of employees, management, and customers.

• Prior experience guiding and mentoring lower-level scientists.

• Ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance

• Must be a U.S. Citizen.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Current active Security Clearance

• Project Engineering and or Program Management experience managing schedule, scope, and cost

• Proven leadership qualities and strong interpersonal skills

• Experience with anomaly investigations identifying cause and corrective actions

• Experience with proposal and pricing efforts supporting production programs

• Prior experience in engineering functional management is a plus

Position Benefits:

As a full-time employee of Northrop Grumman Space Systems, you are eligible for our robust benefits package including:

• Medical, Dental & Vision coverage

• 401k

• Educational Assistance

• Life Insurance

• Employee Assistance Programs & Work/Life Solutions

• Paid Time Off

• Health & Wellness Resources

• Employee Discounts

Primary Level Salary Range: $135,100.00 - $202,700.00

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.