Systems Engineering Manager 1

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Huntsville, AL, USA
In-Office
127K-191K Annually
Senior level
Aerospace • Logistics • Security • Software • Cybersecurity
The Role
The Systems Engineering Manager will provide functional management for engineering teams supporting the C2BMC program while retaining a technical performance role. Responsibilities include supervising multidisciplinary research and product development projects, leading and mentoring technical teams, collaborating with stakeholders, supporting diverse and inclusive team development, and providing technical and people leadership across engineering disciplines. The role requires an active DoD Secret clearance and travel of up to 20–25%.
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RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available

CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: Yes

CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret

TRAVEL: Yes, 25% 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 Space Systems – Central Region Software and E&P Engineering (Alabama region supporting MDI BU within Multi-Domain Operations Division) has an exciting career opportunity for a Systems Engineering Manager 1 located in Huntsville, AL.

Position Overview:

The selected Engineering Manager will provide Functional Management support for their organization within the Command and Control, Battle Management, and Communications (C2BMC) program while maintaining a technical performance role currently in place on C2BMC.


Essential Functions:  

  • Supervisory or management responsibilities for projects engaged in research and/or product development in more than one engineering discipline.
  • Track record as an effective collaborator, communicator and problem solver who is able to develop and maintain good working relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
  • Demonstrate a commitment to ethics and integrity, and the capability to innovate while challenging traditional ways of doing business.
  • Will gain experience developing capabilities to build diverse and inclusive teams with high levels of engagement, including mentoring and coaching.

Basic Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s Degree in a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics) discipline preferred from an accredited university and 5 years of related experience, or a Master's Degree and 3 years of related experience, or 1 years of experience with a PhD.
  • Applicants must have a technical performance role currently in place within the C2BMC program.
  • Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills with the ability to interface with all levels of employees and management.
  • An ability to operate in a team environment and collaborate across the organization as required to accomplish the team goals.
  • Previous experience in People and Technical Leadership roles.
  • Ability and willingness to travel up to 20% of the time to support business needs.
  • Applicants must have a current active in-scope DoD Secret Security Clearance.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Experience in technical leadership and guidance in a cyber, integration, software or systems engineering discipline
  • Proven technical management experience preferably in either program IPT, R&D or Advanced Systems, technology, and/ or functional environments
  • Experience effectively leading diverse technical teams across multiple locations
  • Previous Functional Management Experience

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Primary Level Salary Range: $127,000.00 - $190,600.00

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 5 years of related experience
  • Master's degree and 3 years of related experience, or PhD and 1 year of experience
  • Current technical performance role within the C2BMC program
  • Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills
  • Ability to operate in a team environment and collaborate across the organization
  • Previous experience in people and technical leadership roles
  • Ability and willingness to travel up to 20% of the time
  • Current active in-scope DoD Secret security clearance
  • Technical leadership experience in cyber, integration, software, or systems engineering
  • Technical management experience in program IPT, R&D, advanced systems, technology, or functional environments
  • Experience leading diverse technical teams across multiple locations
  • Previous functional management experience

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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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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