Systems Engineering Manager 2 – G/ATOR Programs

Job description

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available

CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret

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.

At the heart of Defining Possible is our commitment to missions.

In rapidly changing global security environments, Northrop Grumman brings informed insights and software-secure technology to enable strategic planning.

We’re looking for innovators who can help us keep building on our wide portfolio of secure, affordable, integrated, and multi-domain systems and technologies that fuel those missions.

By joining in our shared mission, we’ll support yours of expanding your personal network and developing skills, whether you are new to the field, or an industry thought leader.

At Northrop Grumman, you’ll have the resources, support, and team to do some of the best work of your career.

We are looking for you to join our team as a Systems Engineering Manager 2, supporting G/ATOR programs and personnel in our Advanced Land Sensors (ALS) portfolio in the Maritime & Land Sensors and Systems (MLSS) Division.

This position will be 100% on-site at our Linthicum, MD location.

**What You’ll get to Do:**
As an integral part of our Engineering & Sciences leadership team you will support the diverse portfolio of the Advanced Land Sensors (ALS) portfolio.

You will provide both engineering functional leadership and technical project execution leadership while overseeing approximately 10-15 engineers.

The Systems Engineering Manager 2 will also be expected to perform productive (direct charge) work on programs in addition to functional management duties.

It is anticipated that given the size of this section, the candidate will spend ~80% of their time on programs in a technical/leadership role, and ~20% of their time on the organization.

The 80% program role will be supporting as the G/ATOR Systems Engineering Logistics & Sustainment (SELS) program Systems Engineering Integration & Test (SEIT) Lead.

This leader must be able to create a culture of well-being, inclusion and engagement that attracts, retains, and enables a high performing workforce.

**Functional Roles & Responsibilities:**

+ Lead and mentor direct reports based on goals, objectives, and company policies.
+ Ensure adherence to standard systems engineering processes.
+ Provide staffing to programs with systems engineering competencies.
+ Manage workload forecasting, hire/develop new systems engineering talent.
+ Prepare, manage, and conduct performance reviews.
+ Support proposal activities (lead, technical/management volume development, Basis of Estimate (BOE) development/defense).

**Program Roles & Responsibilities:**

+ Direct the execution of the overall systems engineering, integration, and test (SEIT) effort across the SELS program
+ Manage the vertical and horizontal technical integration throughout the product teams and across the SELS program
+ Plan and execute the Systems Engineering Core Functions
+ Ensure the integrity of engineering processes, and timely development of core engineering work products
+ Coordinate between the System Architect, Chief Engineer, Integrated Product Teams (IPT), program management office, and customer to ensure the integrity and executability of the program technical baseline.
+ Serve as a Control Account Manager (CAM), which comprises cost and schedule management for the SEIT work scope
+ Oversee configuration management of the program technical baseline
+ Manage risk and opportunity and the production of core engineering work products and track the work products and associated program dependencies in the program schedule.
+ Serve as a primary technical interface with the customer
+ Develop capital and development projects to support strategic capture plans
+ Align measurement objectives and activities to meet program performance goals and objectives
+ Mentor IPT leaders, fostering their professional growth and development by providing guidance, sharing expertise, and supporting them in achieving strategic objectives.
+ Plan and execute engineering staffing activities, and ensure the project team has qualified staff to execute the program core functions
+ Support Engineering Metrics Collection and Management
+ Plan, execute, and close out Systems Engineering sections of technical program reviews

This position is contingent upon the successful transfer of an active DoD Secret Clearance.

**Basic Qualifications:**

+ Bachelor's degree with 8 years of experience, a Master's degree with 6 years of experience, or a PhD with 4 years of experience in Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics or other related technical fields.
+ U.S Citizenship is required.
+ A current / active DoD Secret Clearance.
+ 5 years of experience in systems development, integration, and/or test.
+ 3 years of experience people management or IPT leadership.
+ 2 years of experience as a Control Account Manager (CAM).
+ 1 year of experience working with the Systems Engineering V-Model and executing the systems engineering work flow.

**Preferred Qualifications:**

+ Advanced degrees in Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics or other related technical fields.
+ Active DoD Top Secret Clearance or higher.
+ Knowledge of hiring, staffing, engineering metrics, training resources, processes, and tools.
+ Multi-disciplinary engineering experience and exposure (Software/Digital, Hardware, Electrical, Systems) and strong ability to communicate cross functionally.
+ Knowledge and experience with AN/TPS-80 G/ATOR.
+ Knowledge and experience with ground radars and AESA radar development, design, test.
+ Experience with technical risk and opportunity management.
+ Experience in both domestic and international radar business.
+ Experience supporting USMC and/or USAF customer.
+ Experience managing contracts of $10M+.

Northrop Grumman provides a comprehensive benefits package and a work environment which encourages your growth and supports the mutual success of our people and our company.

Northrop Grumman benefits give you the flexibility and control to choose the benefits that make the most sense for you and your family.

Your benefits will include the following: Health Plan, Savings Plan, Paid Time Off and Additional Benefits including Education Assistance, Training and Development, 9/80 Work Schedule (where available), and much more!

Northrop Grumman has approximately 90,000 employees in all 50 states and in more than 27 countries.

We strive to attract and retain the best employees by providing an inclusive work environment wherein employees are receptive to diverse ideas, perspectives, and talents to help solve our toughest customer challenges: to develop and maintain some of the most technically sophisticated products, programs, and services in the world.

Our Values.

The women and men of Northrop Grumman Corporation are guided by Our Values.

They describe our company as we want it to be.

We want our decisions and actions to demonstrate these Values.

We believe that putting Our Values into practice creates long-term benefits for shareholders, customers, employees, suppliers, and the communities we serve.

Our Responsibility.

At Northrop Grumman, we are committed to maintaining the highest ethical standards, embracing diversity and inclusion, protecting the environment, and striving to be an ideal corporate citizen in the community and in the world.

Primary Level Salary Range: $149,400.00 - $224,000.00

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.

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