Sentinel - Test Engineering Manager 2 (15674)

Northrop Grumman

120d • $142,200 - $213,400

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 is seeking a Test Engineering Manager 2. This position will be located in VSFB, CA and will support the Sentinel program. This role may offer a competitive relocation assistance package.

Requirements

• 6 years of relevant experience with a Bachelor's Degree; 4 years with a Master's.
• Must have an active U.S. Government DoD Secret security clearance at time of application, current and within scope, with an ability to obtain and maintain Special Access Program (SAP) approval within a reasonable period of time.
• At least one year experience leading a project and/or driving performance against schedule.
• Minimum 5 years experience working on developmental test teams.
• Minimum 2 years experience working with EVMS systems.
• Experience supporting US Government contracts and customers and/or project management in other industries.
• Experience tracing test requirements to systems engineering framework.
• Experience writing test plans and procedures.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor's of Science degree in STEM field with 6 years of applicable test, ICBM, and/or management/leadership experience, or 4 years with a Master’s of Science degree in STEM field.
• Active DoD Secret Security Clearance or higher awarded or reviewed in the last 6 years.
• U.S. Citizenship with the ability to obtain Special Program Access (SAP).
• Experienced at briefing senior levels of management and customers.
• Experience leading large cross-functional teams.
• Program planning experience.
• Experience working proposals or business development.
• Experience with formal design release processes.
• Experience developing and performing ICBM system maintenance or operations activities.
• Experience with missile component movements, heavy lift equipment, large missile handling equipment and vehicles.
• Experience with ICBM Launch Facility and/or Launch Center development and maintenance.
• Knowledge of ICBM flight test preparation and test procedures.
• Experience with developmental flight test operations in the Aerospace Industry.
• Experience in the development of flight test plans and procedures for a rocket system.
• EVMS (Earned Value Management System) familiarity, especially experience as a CAM (Control Account Manager).
• Proficient in Agile Development practices and the use of applications such as Jira and Confluence.

Responsibilities

• Grow, develop, and manage a diverse team of flight test and field engineers preparing ICBM launch facilities and launch centers for flight testing.
• Manage personnel conducting missile componentry movement and emplacement, site post-launch recovery and next launch preparation.
• Lead test procedure development and ensure employees are trained and qualified to perform those procedures.
• Oversee compliance with occupation health and safety for multiple job sites.
• Ensure Launch Facilities and Launch Centers are operable, safe, and able to support flight test operations.
• Manage test equipment, support equipment, and weapon system components under configuration control.
• Collaborate closely with other Northrop Grumman teams, our suppliers, and government partners on all aspects of Sentinel weapon system development.
• Plan and program ICBM flight test preparation activities addressing cost, schedule, and technical performance requirements in a fast-paced challenging environment.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental & Vision coverage
• 401k
• Educational Assistance
• Life Insurance
• Employee Assistance Programs & Work/Life Solutions
• Paid Time Off
• Health & Wellness Resources
• Employee Discounts

What This Job Offers

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