Mgr Systems Engineering 2

Northrop Grumman•Aurora, CO

5d•$161,100 - $241,700•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. The Central Engineering organization within the Northrop Grumman Space Systems pushes the boundaries of innovation, redefines engineering capabilities, and drives advances in various sciences. Our team is chartered with providing the skills, and innovative technologies to develop, design, produce, and sustain optimized product lines across the sector while providing a decisive advantage to the warfighter. Come be a part of our mission. The Aurora Central Engineering organization seeks an innovative and motivated Systems Engineering Manager 2 to manage a staff of approximately 50 Systems Engineering, Integration & Test (SEIT) engineers in support of ground technology programs and pursuits. This position will report on-site daily, providing leadership across one or more programs. The position reports directly to the SEIT Department Manager in Aurora, Colorado. Previous experience with satellite payloads, ground systems or aerospace technology is strongly preferred. This position requires a solid understanding of SEIT engineering excellence, tools, and processes in a space systems context to establish solid systems engineering rigor on programs. The Systems Engineering Manager is responsible for leading a team of systems engineers, owning the discipline’s methods and tools, and ensuring high-quality technical execution across multiple programs. This role balances people leadership, capability development, and collaboration with program management to deliver integrated, compliant solutions that meet customer and business needs. This manager will be called upon to support proposals; program evaluation; and other strategic initiatives. Strong leadership skills with direct staff are required, including the ability to identify and develop critical skill capabilities, support career development, evaluate and manage performance, identify and recognize achievement, and plan staffing support for programs. This manager would also be responsible for ensuring process compliance and supporting functional department initiatives. The ideal candidate will have experience in SEIT Lead roles, and a strong background in engineering management, as well as the ability to work collaboratively across several Operating Units.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree with a minimum of 11 years of progressive technical experience; Master's degree with 9 years; PhD with 7 years
3+ years of leadership experience in engineering or related technical fields
Strong understanding of the engineering development lifecycle across multiple engineering disciplines (SEIT, SW, HW, O&S)
Top Secret Clearance/w SCI eligibility at time of application and willingness to sit for a poly

Nice To Haves

Previous experience with satellite payloads, ground systems or aerospace technology is strongly preferred.
Master's degree in a STEM discipline with a minimum of 12 years of progressive technical experience in engineering
6+ years of leadership experience in engineering or related technical fields
Understanding of business development and capture strategies, Earned Value Management/Cost Account Management (EVM/CAM), program risk management, and technical, cost, & schedule impacts as it relates to managing engineering projects
Experience working on Agile programs and methodology

Responsibilities

Functional oversight of an engineering organization working multiple programs, IRAD initiatives, and new business capture opportunities
Contribute to bids and proposals with systems engineering estimates, staffing plans, and technical approach
Fundamental understanding technical execution on key programs
Identify skill gaps within the team and create a training roadmap to improve engineering excellence
Lead a team of systems engineers, providing coaching and mentorship
Oversight of recruiting, hiring, and onboarding new and experienced employees
Employee inclusion and mentoring
Performance management and career development
Ability to balance the needs of the employee and the needs of the program, and willingness to engage with both