Energetics & Materials R&D Manager

0894 DS - MP - ABL - Rocket Center; United States; On-site; USD 139,000 - 209,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Savings plan

Paid holidays

PTO

Job summary

Northrop Grumman is seeking a Manager Research Development 2 for the Rocket Center, WV site to lead the Energetics and Material Chemistry team. The role will manage ~10–12 scientists, provide technical direction, and drive innovations in energetic materials, propellants, and related chemistries.

The position emphasizes leadership, collaboration, and cost-effective project execution while maintaining a strong safety culture and compliance with government requirements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Materials Science or related field.
• 8 years of relevant experience with a BS degree; 6 years with an MS degree.
• Willingness to work outside of standard work hours or overtime when needed to resolve issues.
• Strong verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills necessary to effectively collaborate in a team environment.
• Demonstrated leadership and/or managerial skills including: project leadership, team building, mentoring, technical and inter-personal problem resolution, work planning and allocation, etc.
• Able to obtain a Secret Clearance which requires U.S. Citizenship as a prerequisite.

Responsibilities

• Manage department resources (personnel and financial) ensuring appropriate level of support and prioritization of activities
• Mentor and develop research scientists on technical projects and assignments
• Provide guidance, direction, and performance feedback
• Coach, support, and motivate to maintain and develop a highly performing team
• Promote innovation and continuous improvement as well as a strong focus on safety
• Review work products and documents to ensure technical rigor and quality
• Assure cost effectiveness and timely completion of projects
• Interface with internal and external customers
• Perform technical planning, cost estimation and general proposal support activities for new business captures
• Coordinate and implement strategic initiatives within the department

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Teamwork

Problem solving

Mentoring

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Materials Science or related field

M.S. or Ph.D.

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Northrop Grumman is seeking a Manager Research Development 2 for the Rocket Center, WV site to lead the Energetics and Material Chemistry team. The role will manage ~10–12 scientists, provide technical direction, and drive innovations in energetic materials, propellants, and related chemistries.

The position emphasizes leadership, collaboration, and cost-effective project execution while maintaining a strong safety culture and compliance with government requirements.