Research Scientist Manager 2

Role Description and Responsibilities:
The Liner and Insulation 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 liner and insulation activities and coordinate efforts across PS

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 polymers, isocyanates, and rubber materials used in SRM development and/or qualification efforts

Working knowledge and/or experience across multiple engineering disciplines and their interactions

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 scientists

Ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance

Must be a U.S. Citizen.

Preferred Qualifications:

Prior experience in technical leadership of liner, insulation, or solid propellant rocket motor development / qualification efforts.

Project Engineering and or Program Management experience managing schedule, scope, and cost

Current active Security Clearance

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

Primary Level Salary Range: $135,100.00 - $202,700.00The 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.Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay. Annual bonuses are designed to reward individual contributions as well as allow employees to share in company results. Employees in Vice President or Director positions may be eligible for Long Term Incentives. In addition, Northrop Grumman provides a variety of benefits including health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, savings plan, Company paid holidays and paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business.The application period for the job is estimated to be 20 days from the job posting date. However, this timeline may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates.Northrop Grumman is an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class. For our complete EEO and pay transparency statement, please visit http://www.northropgrumman.com/EEO. U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.

Client-provided location(s): Brigham City, UT

Job ID: NorthropGrumman-R10214626

Employment Type: OTHER

Posted: 2025-11-15T20:17:14