Avionics Integration Section Manager 2

Northrop Grumman•Melbourne, FL

8d•$139,100 - $208,700•Onsite

About The Position

Northrop Grumman's Aeronautics Systems (NGAS) sector is looking for an Avionics Integration Section Manager in Melbourne, FL. This position combines technical execution (80%) and management responsibilities (20%), requiring expertise in Avionics systems design, integration, and support across all program phases. The Section Manager will manage a team of engineers tasked with developing, producing, and supporting Avionics equipment such as Communication, Navigation, Data Link, Computer, Network, Antenna, SIGINT, EW, Weapons, Radar, Sensor, and Payload subsystems. Additionally, this role includes active participation in the assigned technical statement of work for any Global Surveillance program in Melbourne, FL.

Requirements

Bachelor of Science (BS) in a Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) discipline and 9 years of related professional/military experience; OR a Master of Science (MS) in a STEM discipline and 7 years of related professional/military experience
Avionics experience in the areas of Communication, Navigation, Data Link, Computer, Network, Antenna, SIGINT, EW, Weapons, Radar, Sensor and/or Payload sub-systems
Must have an U.S. Government Interim Secret Security Clearance to apply and to start the role, with the ability to obtain and maintain a final U.S. Government Secret Security Clearance and Special Program Access (SAP) within a reasonable amount of time as determined by the Company to meet its business needs
Must have the ability to obtain and maintain Special Program Access (SAP/PAR) within a reasonable amount of time as determined by business needs

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree in Electrical, Computer, Aerospace or Systems Engineering
Top Secret Security Clearance
Current technical statement of work on the E-2D Advanced Hawkeye program in Melbourne, FL
Current E-2D Advanced Hawkeye program SAP/PAR
Prior experience as a lead or manager of a technical team (such as IPT Lead, Functional Manager, Small Group/Project/Program Lead, Technical Lead)
Knowledge of Functional Homeroom processes (e.g., Staffing, Processes, Metrics, Training)
Strong technical trouble-shooting skills
Experience leading a team of diverse individuals toward a common objective is desired
Demonstrated mentoring and coaching skills
Excellent communication, interpersonal skills, and the ability to interface with all levels of employees and management
Strong team building/collaboration skills; demonstrated ability to build diverse/inclusive teams with engaged team members

Responsibilities

Leads a team of avionics engineers, in addition to performing an avionics technical statement of work on a Global Surveillance program in Melbourne, FL.
Provides functional leadership and direction to section members, ensuring sufficient statement of work, managing performance (including engagement strategies for higher performers and corrective actions for lower performers).
Coordinates with programs to ensure appropriate staffing/de-staffing actions are developed and executed relative to their section, and ensuring their members are familiar with and use required engineering processes and tools.
Acts as first point of contact for performance issues on programs involving section members and will make decisions regarding required escalation and resources required for resolution.
Responsibilities also include day-to-day operation of the functional organization including decisions regarding awards, performance evaluations, salary review process, staffing, employee movement between programs, balancing resources among programs, employee development and mentoring, ensuring proper charging practices are followed, meeting indirect budget targets, and interpreting higher level guidance for implementation within the organization.