Principal Research Scientist — Energetic Materials & Propulsion

Northrop Grumman; Utah; Sur place; USD 98 000 - 148 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Relocation assistance

Comprehensive benefits

Résumé du poste

Northrop Grumman is seeking Principal Research Scientists in Promontory, UT to join the Propulsion Engineering team of Chemists and Material Scientists. You will lead research on energetic materials, contribute to the development of safe handling practices, and collaborate with teams across propulsion disciplines. The role emphasizes independent project leadership, publication potential, and impact on space propulsion technology.

PhD required; U.S. citizenship and clearances are prerequisites.

Qualifications

• Be completing or has completed their PhD from an accredited institution.
• Majoring in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or Materials Science Engineering.
• Be able to obtain a U.S. Government security clearance (U.S. citizenship is a pre-requisite).
• The ability to obtain Special Access Program within a reasonable period of time, as determined by the company to meet its business needs.
• Preferred: doctoral focus in materials/chemistry topics relevant to propulsion and publications/patents.

Responsabilités

• Develop and implement innovative methods for processing and safe handling of volatile, energetic and rapidly reacting materials.
• Evaluate and test new materials and formulations for application within solid propulsion systems across R&D and sustainment lifecycles.
• Assess material constituents and their susceptibility to degrading environments that can deteriorate propulsion systems performance.
• Evaluate material compatibility with solid propulsion systems, components and other products.
• Lead and conduct independent research projects from conception to completion, utilizing advanced experimental methodologies and techniques.
• Design, execute, and analyze complex experiments, interpreting results and drawing sound scientific conclusions.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to apply energetic materials expertise to new products and technologies.
• Prepare and present research findings through lab notebooks, technical reports, and presentations to internal and external stakeholders; advance results towards publications and patentable innovations for Northrop Grumman as appropriate.
• Contribute to the strategic direction of research programs and technology roadmaps for materials used in propulsion systems and propulsion systems products.
• Develop and refine specifications and quality standards necessary to support products and technologies of solid propulsion systems including surveillance, aging and sustainment activities.

Formation

PhD in Chemistry/Chemical Engineering/Materials Science

Description du poste

Northrop Grumman is seeking Principal Research Scientists in Promontory, UT to join the Propulsion Engineering team of Chemists and Material Scientists. You will lead research on energetic materials, contribute to the development of safe handling practices, and collaborate with teams across propulsion disciplines. The role emphasizes independent project leadership, publication potential, and impact on space propulsion technology.

PhD required; U.S. citizenship and clearances are prerequisites.