Manager Systems Engineering 3

Northrop Grumman•San Diego, CA

71d•$193,000 - $289,600•Onsite

About The Position

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 seeking innovators to help us enhance our portfolio of secure, affordable, integrated, and multi-domain systems and technologies. By joining us, you will have the opportunity to expand your personal network and develop your skills, whether you are new to the field or a seasoned industry leader. At Northrop Grumman, you’ll find the resources, support, and team needed to excel in your career. Position Overview: Northrop Grumman Mission Systems, Networked Information Systems, Engineering and Sciences (E&S) is seeking a Senior Engineering Manager for an onsite position in San Diego, CA. This role will serve as the Business Execution Engineering lead supporting the Fighter Networked Systems (FNS) Operating Unit, reporting directly to the NIS E&S Connectivity & Network Solutions (CNS) Business Execution Engineering Director. This role will oversee the technical execution of a dynamic portfolio of programs in the FNS OU and serve as the primary interface between (E&S) and program leadership.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics, or related fields, with 8 years of experience; Master's degree with 6 years of experience
10+ years of professional experience in defense or aerospace industries
Experience leading multiple technical teams across the full product lifecycle (development, production, sustainment)
Must have proven program/project management experience as an IPT lead or program manager
Working knowledge of program execution, staffing, engineering metrics and training resources, processes, and tools
Knowledgeable in software, systems or hardware engineering processes and tailoring
Experience leading large and diverse technical teams across multiple locations
High proficiency in technical problem-solving, including root cause analysis and solution development
High proficiency in technical execution, including implementing recovery plans, adjusting engineering baselines, and resolving critical path technical blockers
High proficiency in Earned Value Management with practical experiences as a Control Account Manager and with Variance Reports
High proficiency in risk management and root cause identification and corrective action planning
Must have an active Secret clearance with ability to obtain and maintain a Top Secret SCI

Nice To Haves

Advanced degree in science, technology, engineering, mathematics, or related fields
Domain experience in Tactical Data Links, RF engineering, or airborne communications networks
Proven success in leading organizations with more than 50 employees
Prior experience in engineering functional leadership
Prior proposal/capture experience
Demonstrated technical experience across multiple program phases
Active Top Secret SCI clearance

Responsibilities

Provide technical leadership for a portfolio of programs executing development, production and sustainment of connectivity and network solutions for advanced fighter platforms
Serve as primary engineering authority and engineering lead to the FNS OU Director, responsible for reviewing and approving program baselines, Estimate at Complete (EAC) financial reviews, staffing reviews, capture reviews, and recurring program execution reviews to ensure technical execution directly aligns with operating unit financial forecasts and targets
Support engineering leadership development and workforce planning to ensure adequate staffing levels while facilitating resource sharing across multiple business areas
Partner with program leadership and the engineering homeroom to forecast headcount requirements and skill gaps
Drive workforce development, succession planning, and engineering leadership pipeline initiatives
Optimize resource sharing and cross-functional staffing across multiple business areas.
Drive engineering execution strategy, including developing and leading strategic initiatives to enhance engineering technical execution on programs to deliver high quality capability at speed
Foster engineering rigor, build consensus, and, collaborating with cross-functional teams throughout business
Define and ensure compliance with engineering processes and best practices
Ensure quality of work products and independent technical reviews for OU programs