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