Northrop Grumman Corporation

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.

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

Northrop Grumman’s Advanced Weapons Business Unit is looking for a Systems Engineering Manager 1. The ideal candidate is a leader who can perform in a matrix organization to help develop our people, process, and tool as a functional manager as well as contributing technically to programs. In this Systems Engineering Manager 1 role, you will be expected to perform functional management duties in addition to productive (direct charge) work on programs. It is anticipated that given the size of this team, the candidate will spend ~20% of their time in the functional role and ~80% of their time on programs as an individual contributor. This leader must be able to create a culture of well-being, inclusion and engagement that attracts, retains, and enables a high performing workforce.

This position will be located at our Northridge, CA. site

Functional Management responsibilities including (but not limited to) the following:

• Provide functional leadership to a team of systems engineers with about 10-15 members
• Coach, counsel, mentor and provide developmental opportunities for employees
• Collaborate with programs to balance resources (e.g. hire/assign/retain talented systems engineers) based on staffing needs and resolve critical/urgent program/technical issues
• Perform employee performance management: provide clear assignments to help employees connect their efforts to the bigger picture; promote the professional development of the team by setting clear and attainable goals; award/recognize high performers; coach and motivate lower performers.
• Develop and manage department budget
• Develop, manage, and enforce systems engineering integration and test processes, standards, trainings, and tools for value growth and continuous improvement.

Program Execution Responsibilities including (but not limited to) the following:

• Plan and manage Systems Engineering work scope (technical, cost, schedule, and risk). Actively support program(s) to drive technically sound decisions, design development and requirements, and resolve technical issues to ensure program milestones are met.
• Provide, manage, and/or lead Systems Engineering support, e.g. system requirements development/analysis and management, functional analysis. and systems trade studies, technical performance measurement definition and tracking, system/subsystems integration, test, and requirements verification activities
• Support the preparation and presentation of system engineering materials during System Requirements Review, System Functional Review, Preliminary Design Review, Critical Design Review, System Verification Review, Test Readiness Review, and other program reviews as needed.
• Interface with inter-organizational management and external Customers/Vendors to communicate technical briefing and program status.
• Support Program Management activities to ensure cost and schedule objectives are met; report program risks, seek opportunities to save cost/reduce schedule, and contribute to a positive and effective work environment.

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in a Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) discipline from an accredited university and 5 years of combined technical and management experience, or Master’s Degree in a STEM discipline from an accredited university and 3 years of combined technical and management experience.
• Experience in at least one of the following Systems Engineering areas: Operations Analysis, Systems Analysis and Designs, Requirements Development and Management, Integration and Test, Verification, Production Operations
• Experience leading an engineering team or project
• Experience in training/mentoring/coaching others
• Have good communication skills
• Proven leadership skills
• Have a current DoD Secret clearance

Preferred Qualifications:

• Prior Functional Management Experience
• Prior Engineering Management Experience
• Familiar with DOORS or other requirements management tool(s)
• Familiar with Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE)
• Experience / knowledge in missile system development
• Experience in Earn Value Management System (EVMS)
• A current DoD Secret clearance with a periodic reinvestigation or original adjudication date completed within the last 5 years
• Living in Northridge offers a perfect combination of urban living with the beauty of nature. It is a short drive away from downtown Los Angeles, the Hollywood Hills, or the rest of the San Fernando Valley. Take advantage of your flexible work schedule to enjoy shopping at the local Northridge Fashion Center or spend time at the local Recreation Center as well as easy access to nearby protected natural areas such as the Chatsworth Reservoir, the Santa Susana Pass State Historic Park, Lake Balboa or within driving distance, spend a day at the beach or snow ski at our local mountains. With Cal State Northridge right in the heart of town, the area has an active college-town energy combined with family-friendly suburban charm. The stunning southern California climate makes for year-round easy living. With an average of 284 sunny days during the year, it is safe to say you’ll have plenty of time to enjoy your outdoor activities to the fullest.

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Northrop Grumman in Northridge-California - Northrop Grumman

Salary Range: $129,900.00 - $194,900.00

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.