RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available

CLEARANCE TYPE: Top Secret

TRAVEL: Yes, 25% 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.

Our Leaders at Northrop Grumman live our values daily and encourage our teams to do the same. We do the right thing: upholding the highest ethical standards and facilitating a safe and respectful environment that attracts, retains, and inspires a diverse and engaged team. We do what we promise: holding yourself and others accountable to meet predictable and balanced results. We commit to shared success: operating as OneNG and removing barriers for our teams. Finally, We pioneer: setting a vision that shapes the future and inspires others.”

Northrop Grumman's Aeronautics Systems sector is looking for a Systems Engineering Manager 3 to join our team of qualified, diverse individuals on the Battlespace Architecture Systems Technology (BAST) team. This position will be located on-site in Melbourne, FL and require some travel.

The Thrust Lead is responsible for overseeing technical progress, cost, and schedule management across multiple programs, including internal funding (NCTA) and externally funded contracts. This leadership role requires driving the successful execution of technical objectives while ensuring alignment with organizational goals and customer expectations. Budget allocations will be flowed and monthly cost and status reporting is expected. 

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Technical Management: Oversee and coordinate technical activities across multiple program captures and contracts, ensuring objectives are met within established timelines and performance standards. Broad technical background supporting major acquisition programs, including captures and product support technology areas relating to BMC2. Coordinate and invent new technology supporting new business areas. Program Oversight: Track and report contract and NCTA performance, status, risks, and opportunities to stakeholders, ensuring programs stay on schedule and within budget.Cost and Schedule Management: Manage budgets and schedules for both internal research and development funding (NCTA) and externally funded programs, ensuring alignment with organizational priorities and financial goals.Cross-Functional Leadership: Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, including engineering, program management, and business development, to ensure seamless execution of technical efforts.Risk Management: Identify, assess, and mitigate risks across programs, ensuring timely resolution of technical and operational challenges.Stakeholder Engagement: Act as the primary point of contact for technical progress updates, collaborating with customers and internal leadership to communicate program status and address any concerns.Continuous Improvement: Drive process enhancements to improve efficiency, reduce costs, and enhance technical outcomes.this role requires a highly organized and results-driven professional capable of leading technical teams and managing competing priorities in a dynamic environment.

BENEFITS STATEMENT:

We offer flexible work arrangements, 9/80 work schedule with every other Friday off, phenomenal learning opportunities, exposure to a wide variety of projects and customers, and a very friendly team environment. We are looking for self-motivated, proactive, and goal-oriented people to help us grow our services and become even better at what we do.

Our Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) provide benefits for the member, our leaders and the company. Our ERGs offer opportunities to be a friend, be active, be a volunteer, be a leader, to be recognized and to be yourself. Every ERG is inclusive of all employees!

LEADERSHIP STATEMENT:

As a leader, you always act with integrity, and the highest ethical standards characterize everything you do. You enable your team to achieve predictable and balanced results, while satisfying the needs of internal and external partners. You treat all people with respect, and you model personal growth and continuous development. You know how to build an inclusive environment that attracts, retains, and inspires a diverse and engaged team. You develop trusted and valued customer relationships and communicate effectively, so that people throughout the organization feel engaged and connected to their work. You deliver excellence, strive for continuous improvement and respond vigorously to change.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

Bachelor’s degree in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics) with 9 years of engineering management experience or Master's in STEM and 7 years of engineering management experience.Must have an active DoD Secret (or higher) clearance (with a background investigation within the past 6 years or enrolled into Continuous Evaluation).Strong technical background in the relevant field with experience managing complex, multi-disciplinary projects.Proven ability to manage cost, schedule, and performance in both internal and externally funded programs.Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.Experience with risk management and mitigation strategies in a technical environment.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Master’s degree in Systems Engineering or related STEM degree with DoD related IPT experienceMust have an active DoD Top Secret clearance (with a background investigation within the past 6 years or enrolled into Continuous Evaluation).Active Special Access Program (SAP) clearance.Experience in Research & Development, 5G Communications systems, and Captures

Salary Range: $161,500.00 - $242,300.00

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.

Employees may be eligible for 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 committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action 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/AA 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.