Sentinel Test Engineering Manager 2 - 5030-2

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Roy, UT, USA
In-Office
127K-190K Annually
Senior level
Aerospace • Logistics • Security • Software • Cybersecurity
The Role
Manages the design, integration, and build of system test laboratories for the Sentinel program. Oversees engineering releases, systems engineering, cost and schedule, staffing, crew schedules, configuration management, security compliance, and concurrent test operations. Coordinates across integrated product teams and shared test-line users, communicates technical issues, drives solutions, and improves processes. Requires experience with integration and test environments, EVMS cost accounts, and active DoD Secret clearance with SAP eligibility.
Summary Generated by Built In
RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available

CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: Yes

CLEARANCE TYPE: 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 Defense Systems is seeking a Test Engineering Manager 2 to join the Sentinel System Test Team for the Mission Integration Facility! This position will be located in Roy, UT and will support the Sentinel (GBSD) Ground Base Strategic Deterrent program.

 

This role may offer a competitive relocation assistance package.


What You’ll Get To Do: 


This position is responsible for the design, integration, and build of system test labs, and includes the management of engineering release, systems engineering, and cost and schedule. The position requires technical knowledge of test environments with a focus in laboratory integration and test. The selected candidate must act with speed, be able direct concurrent operations while maintaining test rigor and demonstrating good configuration management of test assets. Candidate must also be able to effectively communicate complex technical issues and solutions. A successful track record of program performance, interpersonal team building skills, and management experience is highly desired.


Additional responsibilities include:

  • Coordinating with support functions and ensure adequate staffing for all test activities within the SILs
  • Managing crew schedules
  • Driving process rigor, ensure compliance to meet company, program, and security requirements
  • Communicate issues and provide solutions across IPTs and other shared users of the MIF test lines
  • Continually seek to improve process inefficiencies

As a full-time employee of Northrop Grumman, you are eligible for our robust benefits package including: 

 

• Medical, Dental & Vision coverage 

• 401k 

• Educational Assistance 

• Life Insurance 

• Employee Assistance Programs & Work/Life Solutions  

• Paid Time Off  

• Health & Wellness Resources  

• Employee Discounts 

 

This position’s standard work schedule is a 9/80. The 9/80 schedule allows employees who work a nine-hour day Monday through Thursday to take every other Friday off.  

You’ll Bring These Qualifications:

  • Bachelors degree with 8 years of related work experience: or Masters and 6 years of related experience.
  • 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, as determined by the company to meet its business need
  • Minimum of 1 year of experience working with EVMS cost accounts
  • Previous experience working in Integration and Test Environments

These Qualifications Would be Nice to Have:

  • Experience leading engineering teams
  • Experience with lab design and build
  • Experience conducting test on an EMD program
  • Experience directing integrating with customers
  • Experience in System Integration Lab integration and hardware/software integration at the system level
  • Prior experience with Instrumentation, data acquisition and test automation systems
  • Ability to communicate complex technical issues and drive solutions.
  • Experience interfacing with external customers

#Sentinelintandtest

Primary Level Salary Range: $126,600.00 - $189,800.00

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 with 8 years of related work experience, or master's degree with 6 years of related experience
  • Active U.S. Government DoD Secret security clearance at time of application, current and within scope
  • Ability to obtain and maintain Special Access Program approval
  • At least 1 year of experience working with EVMS cost accounts
  • Previous experience working in integration and test environments
  • Experience leading engineering teams
  • Experience with laboratory design and build
  • Experience conducting testing on an EMD program
  • Experience directing integration with customers
  • Experience with System Integration Lab integration and system-level hardware/software integration
  • Experience with instrumentation, data acquisition, and test automation systems
  • Ability to communicate complex technical issues and drive solutions
  • Experience interfacing with external customers

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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