Operations Research Engineering Manager 2

Northrop Grumman

85d • $156,500 - $234,700

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. Northrop Grumman Advanced Weapons has an opening for an Operations Research Manager 2, to join our team of qualified, diverse individuals. The selected candidate will be required to work full-time, on-site at our facility in Northridge, CA. The candidate selected for this position will have a dual role performing as a technical leader/contributor in the field of Operations Analysis/Operations Research as well as a functional manager for Performance Analysis.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree with 8 years of related experience, or Master’s with 6 years related experience, or PhD with 4 years related experience in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science or related STEM field.
• U.S Citizenship with an active DoD Secret Clearance prior to starting.
• Ability to obtain/maintain a Special Access Program (SAP) access.
• Deep understanding of US Military Aircraft CONOPS and CONEMPS.
• Minimum 5 years of experience working specifically in Operation Analysis, Operations Research, or Mission Engineering.
• Experience as an analyst working with AFSIM, Suppressor, BRAWLER, EADSIM, ESAMS, STORM, THUNDER, or equivalent industry simulation tool.
• Experience creating, leading, executing, and out-briefing Operations Analysis Studies.

Nice To Haves

• Experience performing analysis on air-launched weapons.
• Experience as a Lead Analyst (or equivalent) for a major development program ($1B+).
• Experience as an IPTL, Technical Lead, Product Owner or equivalent technical leadership positions involving planning and allocating technical labor amongst a team.
• Conversant in the language of Airborne Tactics.
• Experience managing R&D projects (internally or contractually funded).

Responsibilities

• Define Operations Analysis Study Processes and Objectives, including simulation selection, model selection, DOE definition, data visualization, and documentation of regrets and assumptions.
• Derive requirements for Modeling and Simulation products from system specifications (i.e. SRDs) as well as from R&D objectives.
• Serve as an interpreter between the Military Operator Community and Northrop Grumman Systems Engineers and Chief Engineers.
• Coach and develop staff by providing an environment that encourages ongoing professional growth.
• Ensure staff receive the appropriate training and skill development opportunities to be successful in their roles.
• Collaborate with peer Department Managers and the Director to develop a strategy for organizational growth and retention.
• Take lead responsibility for departmental performance ensuring deliverables meet technical quality, cost, and schedule objectives.
• Provide resources for proposals; participate in proposal writing as needed; develop, review, and approve Basis of Estimates (BOEs) as needed.
• Work with Engineering Management and Program Management to ensure all programs are adequately and appropriately staffed.
• Establish annual employee goals and conduct periodic performance appraisals against the goals.
• Manage hiring activities, including creating job requisitions, recruiting, interviewing, and making hiring decisions in a group that is in the process of expanding.

Benefits

• Health insurance coverage
• Life and disability insurance
• Savings plan
• Company paid holidays
• Paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree