RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available
CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: Yes
CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret
TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the Time
DescriptionNorthrop Grumman's Aeronautics Systems (NGAS) sector is looking for an Avionics Integration Section Manager in Melbourne, FL.
This position combines technical execution (80%) and management responsibilities (20%), requiring expertise in Avionics systems design, integration, and support across all program phases. The Section Manager will manage a team of engineers tasked with developing, producing, and supporting Avionics equipment such as Communication, Navigation, Data Link, Computer, Network, Antenna, SIGINT, EW, Weapons, Radar, Sensor, and Payload subsystems. Additionally, this role includes active participation in the assigned technical statement of work for any Global Surveillance program in Melbourne, FL.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:- Leads a team of avionics engineers, in addition to performing an avionics technical statement of work on a Global Surveillance program in Melbourne, FL.
- Provides functional leadership and direction to section members, ensuring sufficient statement of work, managing performance (including engagement strategies for higher performers and corrective actions for lower performers)
- Coordinates with programs to ensure appropriate staffing/de-staffing actions are developed and executed relative to their section, and ensuring their members are familiar with and use required engineering processes and tools.
- Acts as first point of contact for performance issues on programs involving section members and will make decisions regarding required escalation and resources required for resolution.
- Responsibilities also include day-to-day operation of the functional organization including decisions regarding awards, performance evaluations, salary review process, staffing, employee movement between programs, balancing resources among programs, employee development and mentoring, ensuring proper charging practices are followed, meeting indirect budget targets, and interpreting higher level guidance for implementation within the organization.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:- Bachelor of Science (BS) in a Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) discipline and 9 years of related professional/military experience; OR a Master of Science (MS) in a STEM discipline and 7 years of related professional/military experience
- Avionics experience in the areas of Communication, Navigation, Data Link, Computer, Network, Antenna, SIGINT, EW, Weapons, Radar, Sensor and/or Payload sub-systems
- Must have an U.S.?Government Interim Secret Security Clearance to apply and to start the role, with the ability to obtain and maintain a final U.S. Government Secret Security Clearance and Special Program Access (SAP) within a reasonable amount of time as determined by the Company to meet its business needs
- Must have the ability to obtain and maintain Special Program Access (SAP/PAR) within a reasonable amount of time as determined by business needs
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:- Master's degree in Electrical, Computer, Aerospace or Systems Engineering
- Top Secret Security Clearance
- Current technical statement of work on the E-2D Advanced Hawkeye program in Melbourne, FL
- Current E-2D Advanced Hawkeye program SAP/PAR
- Prior experience as a lead or manager of a technical team (such as IPT Lead, Functional
- Manager, Small Group/Project/Program Lead, Technical Lead)
- Knowledge of Functional Homeroom processes (e.g., Staffing, Processes, Metrics, Training)
- Strong technical trouble-shooting skills
- Experience leading a team of diverse individuals toward a common objective is desired
- Demonstrated mentoring and coaching skills
- Excellent communication, interpersonal skills, and the ability to interface with all levels of employees and management
- Strong team building/collaboration skills; demonstrated ability to build diverse/inclusive teams with engaged team members
Primary Level Salary Range: $139,100.00 - $208,700.00
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.
