Northrop Grumman · 8 hours ago
Research Scientist 3 / 4 - R10220170
Northrop Grumman is a leading aerospace and defense technology company that provides opportunities to work on revolutionary systems impacting global security. They are seeking a Research Scientist to support research and development of ablative composite materials, focusing on material selection, tooling design, and production support. The role involves mechanical engineering support and collaboration with a visionary team in Promontory, UT.
AerospaceData IntegrationManufacturingRemote SensingSecurity
Responsibilities
Mechanical engineering and tooling design support for advanced programs
Develop estimates and perform feasibility studies for advanced technology contracts
Design improvements to tape wrap
Supporting failure investigations
Production support and material testing for a variety of programs at PS and other NG locations
Design of subscale components, test specimens, tooling, and fixtures
Write instructions/planning for execution of fabrication, assembly, and testing
Material selection and characterization
Review of material and production specifications
Presentation of data and recommendations to internal and external customers
Other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Material Science, Chemical Engineering, Mechanical/Aerospace Engineering, or other related field with 5 years of professional experience – OR – Master's degree in Material Science, Chemical Engineering, Mechanical/Aerospace Engineering, or other related field with 3 years of professional experience – OR – PhD with 1 year of professional experience
Must have the ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government DoD Secret security clearance
Experience with composite and metal tooling design
Bachelor's degree in Material Science, Chemical Engineering, Mechanical/Aerospace Engineering, or other related field with 8 years of professional experience – OR – Master's degree in Material Science, Chemical Engineering, Mechanical/Aerospace Engineering, or other related field with 6 years of professional experience – OR – PhD with 4 years of professional experience
Must have the ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government DoD Secret security clearance
Experience with composite and metal tooling design
Preferred
Knowledge of nozzle designs and fabrication methods
Previous laboratory and experimental experience
Experience with phenolic and carbon based product manufacturing
Experience with aerospace materials and processing specifications
Demonstrated knowledge of production and manufacturing techniques
Experience with NX
Experienced in tool design practices and familiarity with NG tooling requirements
General understanding of classical lamination theory and anisotropic materials
Advanced knowledge interpreting engineering drawings, manufacturing specifications, and GD&T
Excellent written and oral communication skills
Excellent time management and organizational skills
Ability to convey technical concepts to a non-technical audience
Benefits
Health insurance coverage
Life and disability insurance
Savings plan
Company paid holidays
Paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business
Company
Northrop Grumman
Northrop Grumman is an aerospace, defense and security company that provides training and satellite ground network communications software.
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$3.7BKey Investors
U.S. Department of DefenseNASA
2025-05-27Post Ipo Debt· $1B
2024-01-29Post Ipo Debt· $2.5B
2023-12-20Grant· $72M
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