• Job Description

  Req#: R10198176
  RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available
  CLEARANCE TYPE: None
  TRAVEL: No
  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.
  Propulsion Systems is looking for a Chemist to support Promontory Testing Operations at our Promontory, Utah plant. The plant is located near Brigham City, Utah.
  Role description & Responsibilities:
  • Performs a variety of moderately complex chemical, mechanical and physical analyses on various materials including in-process testing of propellants to determine material composition and/or physical properties as required per customer specification.

  • Uses moderately complex test instrumentation and computer operated data acquisition set-ups and standardization to obtain necessary test data.

  • Evaluates results of chemical and physical testing data. May assist in the development and documentation of new methods, and prepares and maintains analysis logs, records, documentation, etc.

  • Assists in the maintenance, repair and troubleshooting of analytical instrumentation and data acquisition equipment.

  • Works with LIMS and Quality and inventory databases to track material and test results.

  • Successful candidate will work with experienced chemists and technicians who operate analytical test equipment including chromatographic and spectroscopic instrumentation, particle size analyzers, viscometers, titration equipment, mechanical testing instrumentation and various other instruments and laboratory equipment. Testing will include analysis of production and subscale propellants and ingredients. Candidate will be expected to maintain a high standard of operational discipline to support clean, safe, and efficient operations.
  Minimum Requirements:
  • BS degree in a science related field (Chemistry, Biology, Engineering)

  • 2 years’ Experience, knowledge, and/or respect for energetic materials

  • Preferred 1.5 years working in material research, test, or production environment

  • Strong hands-on chemistry and computer aptitude

  • Experience using scientific instrumentation and equipment

  • Intermittent shift and weekend work required
  Salary Range: $77,200.00 - $115,800.00
  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.
  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.

• About the company

  Northrop Grumman Corporation (NYSE: NOC) is an American multinational aerospace and defense technology company. Northrop Grumman and its industry partners have won the Collier Trophy eight times, most recently for developing the X-47B, the first unmanned, autonomous air system to operate from an aircraft carrier.

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