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 Integration & Test (SEIT) Manager 2 and will be 100% on-site at our Linthicum, MD location. This position is in the Emerging Capabilities Development (ECD) group which focuses on lower Technical Readiness Level (TRL 1-4) technologies and development. The position would functionally lead an experienced team of engineers and Subject Matter Experts in the areas of high energy physics, artificial intelligence, model-based systems engineering, and IPT leaders. This position is set to be an 80%/20% direct working on programs (80%) and functional management (20%) so experience is helpful in at least one of the areas.
What You’ll get to Do:
As an integral part of our Engineering & Sciences leadership team you will support the diverse portfolio of the Emerging Capabilities Development operational unit. You will provide both engineering functional leadership and technical project execution leadership while overseeing approximately 10-15 engineers organized into multiple teams; each team is led by a team lead (front line manager). The team leads senior individual contributors will report directly to the selected SEIT Manager 2. Individuals in this section work across several Baltimore, MD based programs.
The SEIT 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. 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 section staff based on goals, objectives, and company policies.
Provide engineering staffing to programs.
Ensure adherence to established engineering processes.
Manage workload forecasting, hire/develop new engineering talent.
Prepare, manage, and conduct Quarterly Connections.
Manage department budget and support compensation planning.
Support proposal activities (lead, technical/management volume development, Basis of Estimate (BOE) development/defense).
Support and lead engineering organization efforts aimed towards skill and career development; continuous improvement; and growth.
Program Roles & Responsibilities:
Manage engineering support to programs.
Provide Engineering Integrated Product Team (IPT) leadership and perform/support risk development and management.
Provide Control/Cost Account Management (CAM) support leveraging EVMS and agile project execution methodologies.
Support writing technical specifications, Statements of Work (SOWs), design reviews (e.g. SRR, SDR, PDR, CDR, TRR TIMs, etc.) and capture/proposal activities.
Develop and maintain relationships with internal and external customers, homerooms and sectors.
Ensure training to staff on Engineering Tools required to support their programs.
Maintain and ensure application of design processes and guidelines used by the department.
Collaborate with peer managers to ensure consistency across multiple work groups.
Develop proposal inputs and review proposal content for both internal and external customers.
Lead or support department initiatives, technology roadmap creation, cross-campus/sector involvement, and IRAD project leadership.
This position is contingent upon the successful transfer of an active DoD Secret Clearance and approval of Special Program Access prior to start.
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, Engineer, or Mathematics or other related technical fields.
U.S Citizenship is required.
A current / active DoD Secret Clearance
Ability to obtain Special Program Access (SAP) prior to start
Experience with leading large and diverse technical teams
Experience within the systems engineering discipline in either the defense or aerospace industries.
Experience with Radar or EW technology background with sensors development and implementation
Knowledge of hiring, staffing, engineering metrics, training resources, processes, and tools.
Preferred Qualifications:
Advanced degrees in Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics or other related technical fields.
Active DoD Top Secret Clearance or higher.
Experience leading groups of 10+ in a functional, programmatic (development and/or production), or technical capacity.
High proficiency in technical problem solving to include decomposition, root cause analysis, solution development, implementation and monitoring, as well as experience in systems engineering and support across multiple program phases.
Leadership experience in areas related to high energy physics, artificial intelligence, and model-based systems engineering.
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.
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