Northrop Grumman Aeronautics Systems Sector has an opening for a Digital Logistics Solutions Manager 2 to support our Product Support team. This role requires daily onsite work and can be supported from either San Diego CA or Melbourne FL. Selected candidate must be from within commutable distance from the site.
Essential Functions:
Be responsible for hiring, development, training, and retention of section talent (team of 10-15 engineers and data scientists). Hiring will include university and experienced hiring.
Provide leadership and direction to team members and manage employee performance (including engagement strategies for higher performers and corrective actions for lower performers)
Responsible for day-to-day operation of the organization including employee movement and balancing of resources among programs and resolving critical/urgent program/technical issues.
Promote the professional development of the Systems Engineering team and foster a collaborative culture that sustains the momentum around employee engagement and inclusion, affordability, innovation, value growth and continuous improvement.
Provide clear assignments, helps employees connect their efforts to the bigger picture, creates an inclusive work environment characterized by mutual respect and the valuing of differences, and builds a culture that motivates employees to their highest levels of performance.
Our Leaders at Northrop Grumman live our values daily and encourage our teams to do the same. We do the right thing: upholding the highest ethical standards and facilitating a safe and respectful environment that attracts, retains, and inspires a diverse and engaged team. We do what we promise: holding yourself and others accountable to meet predictable and balanced results. We commit to shared success: operating as OneNG and removing barriers for our teams. Finally, We pioneer: setting a vision that shapes the future and inspires others;
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:
- Bachelor’s Degree in a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics) discipline from an accredited university and 9 years of combined technical and management experience, or Master’s Degree in a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics) discipline from an accredited university and 7 years of combined technical and management experience.
Experience in at least one of the following areas:
- Requirements and Verification, Operations Analysis, Maintenance Information Systems, Deployed Engineering Tools, Data Science, AI/ML, or Software Engineering.
- Experience leading an engineering team or project.
- Currently briefed to and supporting applicable program statement of work.
- Experience leading an engineering team or project.
- Ability USG Secret clearance (with a background investigation within the past 5 years or enrolled into Continuous Evaluation).
- Ability to obtain and maintain initial Special Program Access (SAP/PAR). This SAP/PAR must be obtained prior to commencement of employment and must be obtained within a reasonable amount of time as determined by the company to meet its business needs
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Excellent communication skills.
- Proven leadership skills.
- Prior Functional Management Experience.
- Engineering Management Experience.
- Agile project management (manage & prioritize workflow).
- Ability and desire to provide ongoing coaching and performance feedback to direct reports.
- Familiarity with AGILE/SCRUM Master, DOORS, MBSE with CAMEO, DODAF 2.0.
- Active USG Top Secret clearance with SSBI, or Active USG Top Secret with SCI within 4 years of last investigation.
Primary Level Salary Range: $126,600.00 - $219,800.00The above salary range represents a general guideline; however, Northrop Grumman considers a number of factors when determining base salary offers such as the scope and responsibilities of the position and the candidate's experience, education, skills and current market conditions.Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay. Annual bonuses are designed to reward individual contributions as well as allow employees to share in company results. Employees in Vice President or Director positions may be eligible for Long Term Incentives. In addition, Northrop Grumman provides a variety of benefits including health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, savings plan, Company paid holidays and paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business.The application period for the job is estimated to be 20 days from the job posting date. However, this timeline may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates.Northrop Grumman is an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class. For our complete EEO and pay transparency statement, please visit http://www.northropgrumman.com/EEO. U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.
Skills Required
- Bachelor’s degree in a STEM discipline and 9 years of combined technical and management experience, or a master’s degree in STEM and 7 years of combined technical and management experience
- Experience in requirements and verification, operations analysis, maintenance information systems, deployed engineering tools, data science, AI/ML, or software engineering
- Experience leading an engineering team or project
- Current briefing and support of an applicable program statement of work
- Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government Secret clearance
- Ability to obtain and maintain initial Special Program Access (SAP/PAR) before employment begins
- Excellent communication skills
- Proven leadership skills
- Prior functional management experience
- Engineering management experience
- Agile project management experience
- Ability and desire to coach and provide performance feedback to direct reports
- Familiarity with Agile/Scrum Master, DOORS, MBSE with CAMEO, and DODAF 2.0
- Active U.S. government Top Secret clearance with SSBI, or active Top Secret clearance with SCI within four years of last investigation
Northrop Grumman Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Healthcare Strength — Health coverage offers multiple medical plan options by region alongside dental, vision, mental‑health resources, and wellness programs. Recent materials also highlight added family‑building support, including a dedicated fertility benefit.
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Retirement Support — The 401(k) savings plan is positioned as competitive with a company match, auto‑escalation features, and access to an employee stock fund/ESPP. Official filings and benefits guides emphasize retirement as a core element of the Total Rewards package.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Many sites offer a 9/80 schedule, generous PTO, paid holidays, and flexible/telework options where program needs allow. Paid parental and caregiver leave are prominently featured, with recent enhancements for the delivering parent.
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