Research and Development Engineering 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 Engineering Manager 2 to lead our Analytical Chemistry team. This position serves as the department focal point for chemical and analytical laboratory testing supporting all Northrop Grumman programs. The position will be supporting the Propulsion Systems Division at our facility located in Promontory, UT.

Role Description and Responsibilities:

The Research and Development Analytical Chemistry manager directs a high performing team of approximately 13 individuals who develop and implement chemical, physical and analytical methodologies supporting material characterization and process/production problem-solving for all programs, including internal R&D and environmental testing. 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 analytical methodology and maintenance tasks for team

• 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.

• Experience with analytical laboratory instrumentation and techniques

• Working knowledge and/or experience across multiple materials and process disciplines

• Minimum 4 years experience leading teams and projects

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

• Prior experience guiding and mentoring lower-level colleagues

• Ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance

• Must be a U.S. Citizen.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Prior experience working with energetics, pyrotechnics, or  solid propellant rocket motor materials.

• Current active Security Clearance

• Proven leadership qualities and strong interpersonal skills

• Prior experience in science/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: $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.

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