Associate Chemist / Chemist – Level 1 or Level 2

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available

CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: No

CLEARANCE TYPE: None

TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the Time

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.

Northrop Grumman’s Space Sector is seeking an Associate Chemist (Level 1) / Chemist (Level 2) to join our team in Promontory, UT. This position is 100% onsite and cannot accommodate telecommute work.

The Chemist 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.

This position will work a 4/10 schedule, with every Friday off.

In this job, you will:

• 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.  Prepares and maintains analysis logs, records, documentation, standard works, etc. May assist in the development of new methods.

• 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.

• Other duties as assigned

  

Basic Qualifications for Level 1:

• Approved STEM Bachelor’s degree (Chemistry, Engineering, etc.) with 0 years of professional/relevant experience.

• Must have the ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government clearance

• Strong hands-on chemistry and computer aptitude

• Experience using scientific instrumentation and equipment

• Intermittent shift and weekend work required

Basic Qualifications for Level 2:

• Approved STEM Bachelor’s degree with 2 years of professional/relevant experience – OR – Approved STEM Master’s degree with 0 years of professional/relevant experience. (Chemistry, Engineering, etc.)

• Must have the ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government clearance

• Strong hands-on chemistry and computer aptitude

• Experience using scientific instrumentation and equipment

• Intermittent shift and weekend work required

 Preferred Qualifications:  

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

• ICP Spectrophotometry, GC, LC, or HPLC chromatography experience is a plus

Curious about all the exciting developments with the Northrop Grumman Space Sector? Click the link below:

https://www.northropgrumman.com/space

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Primary Level Salary Range: $65,800.00 - $98,800.00

Secondary Level Salary Range: $79,300.00 - $118,900.00

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.