Manager Systems Engineering 2

Posted 8 Days Ago
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3 Locations
In-Office
161K-242K Annually
Expert/Leader
Aerospace • Logistics • Security • Software • Cybersecurity
The Role
Leads a systems engineering section of 8–15 employees while providing technical and functional management. Responsibilities include hiring, talent development, performance management, resource balancing, resolving technical and program issues, and fostering an inclusive, innovative engineering culture. The role requires supporting an existing program statement of work, leading engineering teams, and maintaining active Top Secret clearance with the ability to obtain SAP/PAR access.
Summary Generated by Built In
RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available

CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: Yes

CLEARANCE TYPE: Top Secret

TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the TimeDescription

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 Aeronautics Systems is seeking a highly qualified, mission-oriented Manager Systems Engineering 2 located in San Diego, CA, Palmdale, CA, or El Segundo, CA. This role will be a combination of 85% technical statement of work (SOW) and 15% functional homeroom manager (FHR) SOW. This opportunity is open to personnel already briefed to the program and who already have ongoing technical scope.

RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDING (BUT NOT LIMITED TO) THE FOLLOWING:

  • Lead a section of systems engineers (8-15 personnel)
  • Be responsible for hiring, development, training, and retention of section talent. 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.

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, Modeling and Simulation, Systems Analysis, System Architecture, Mission Integration or Model Based Systems Engineering, IFC, Specialty Engineering, or other applicable SE competency
  • Experience leading an engineering team or project.
  • Currently briefed to and supporting applicable program statement of work.
  • Experience leading an engineering team or project.
  • Active USG Top 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 DoD Top Secret clearance with SSBI, or Active DoD Top Secret with SCI within 4 years of last investigation.

Primary Level Salary Range: $161,100.00 - $241,700.00

The 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, modeling and simulation, systems analysis, system architecture, mission integration, MBSE, IFC, specialty engineering, or another applicable systems engineering competency
  • Experience leading an engineering team or project
  • Currently briefed to and supporting the applicable program statement of work
  • Active U.S. government Top Secret clearance with a background investigation within the past five years or enrollment in Continuous Evaluation
  • 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
  • Familiarity with Agile/Scrum Master, DOORS, MBSE with CAMEO, and DODAF 2.0
  • Active DoD Top Secret clearance with SSBI, or active DoD Top Secret with SCI within four years of the last investigation

Northrop Grumman Compensation & Benefits Highlights

The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Northrop Grumman and has not been reviewed or approved by Northrop Grumman.

  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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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The Company
HQ: Charlotte, North Carolina
85,636 Employees

What We Do

We are a close-knit community of big thinkers collaborating to keep the world safe. Our passion, creativity and expertise bring next-level technology solutions to life in autonomous systems, cyber, C4ISR, strike, space, and logistics and modernization for our customers around the globe. On the Northrop Grumman team, you’ll join our pursuit of excellence immersed in a dynamic culture of innovation and respect. Your unique perspective will help achieve our shared vision for the future of global security. Every step of the way, you'll be supported by world-class training, employee resource groups and a comprehensive benefits package that enables greater health and happiness for you and your family. Worldwide and across disciplines, we’re challenging what’s possible for technology to protect people and places from undersea to outer space and into cyberspace. And we see the impact of our performance every day. We are Northrop Grumman, and we work on what matters—now, you too can make a difference. Explore opportunities in engineering, IT, manufacturing, business management, cybersecurity and more with us. Northrop Grumman is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.

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