Research Scientist - 2 / 3

Northrop Grumman • Corinne, UT

1d • $79,300 - $147,600 • Onsite

About The Position

Northrop Grumman's Space Sector is seeking a Research Scientist – Level 2 or Level 3 to join their collaborative teams in Promontory, UT. This role is crucial for missions of paramount importance, focusing on defining the art of the possible. The Research Scientist/Engineer will provide technical analysis and consultation on chemical and engineering challenges, including process planning for energetic materials, experimental design, data and statistical analysis, and preparing status updates and technical reports. The candidate must effectively communicate complex concepts verbally and in writing to internal and external customers and collaborate with a multidisciplinary team of scientists, engineers, and technicians on energetic material projects. This position operates on a 9/80 schedule, with every other Friday off.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering or related discipline with 2 years of professional experience – OR – Master’s degree with 0 years of professional experience (for Level 2).
• Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineer or related discipline with 5 years of professional experience – OR – Master’s degree with 3 years of professional experience – OR – PhD with 1 year of professional experience (for Level 3).
• Must have the ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government DoD Secret security clearance.
• Ability to pass a background check for the Federal Safe Explosives Act (SEA).
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent time‑management and organizational skills.
• Proven ability to interpret and report on test data (for Level 2).
• Experienced in reviewing, interpreting, and drawing conclusions from test results (for Level 3).
• Detail‑oriented yet able to see the bigger picture and prioritize effectively.
• Proven team player who can work effectively in a multidisciplinary environment (for Level 3).

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge and/or experience with energetic‑material formulation.
• Knowledge and/or experience with pyrotechnic gas generants.
• Experience handling hazardous materials.
• Familiarity with manufacturing process control and related methodologies.
• Knowledge and understanding of device‑design principles.
• Working knowledge of common chemical and thermal analysis methods.
• Experience using statistical tools to analyze and interpret data.
• Experience with risk‑assessment methodologies such as HA, DFMEA, and PFMEA.
• Experience with structured RCCA problem‑solving tools such as 5 Why, Fishbone, Fault‑Tree Analysis, and 8D.

Responsibilities

• Plan and develop energetic-material processes and experiments.
• Perform data and statistical analyses.
• Handling of energetic materials and other hazardous materials.
• Prepare regular status updates and technical reports.

Benefits

• Relocation assistance may be available.
• Health insurance coverage.
• Life and disability insurance.
• Savings plan.
• Company paid holidays.
• Paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business.
• Overtime may be available.
• Shift differential may be available.
• Discretionary bonus may be available.
• Annual bonuses.
• Long Term Incentives may be available for Vice President or Director positions.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level