RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available
CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: Yes
CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret
TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the Time
DescriptionWe are looking for you to join our team as a
Sr Principal Chief Engineer/Integrated Product Team (ITP) Lead based out of Baltimore (Linthicum), MD. This position is an onsite position that offers the 9/80 schedule.
What You'll Get to DoThe IPT Lead will lead an engineering team working to transition designs to production for a priority Sector program involving time-critical elements and high management visibility. The IPT Lead will interface with personnel in the factor test cells, Engineering & Program Management, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, and Mission Assurance. Additionally, they will brief internal and external customer leadership on progress.
The IPT Lead role exists within a fast-paced work environment with high expectations, significantly diverse assignments, and a collaborative/team setting. The successful IPT Lead is self-motivated, highly organized, detail oriented and an effective verbal and written communicator.
***This role is contingent upon the candidate having a current, active U.S. Government Secret clearance and the ability to obtain an SAP Clearance.***This role is contingent upon Program Award.Basic Qualifications:- Bachelor's degree in electrical or mechanical engineering with 8 years of industry experience - OR - a Master's degree as described above and 6 years of industry experience - OR - a PhD as described above and 3 years of industry experience.
- RF Microwave Engineering experience
- Experience with hardware design and/or hardware integration & test
- Experience in a factory test cell environment
- Demonstrated leadership skills with experience as an Integrated Product Team (IPT) Lead or other leadership role supporting a program or business function
- US Citizenship
- A current/active US Government Secret clearance and the ability to obtain and maintain an Special Program Access (SAP) clearance is required.
Preferred Qualifications: - Experience with REX (receiver/exciter) or general RF Integration and test for Radar hardware
- Experience developing and presenting project status to program, functional management and customers of various seniority levels
- Experience working with Global Supply Chain and Manufacturing Material Processing
- Knowledge of the Earned Value Management System (EVMS)
- Experience with the Root Cause Correction Action (RCCA) process
- Experience with LRU/LRM Integration and testing for an EMD product transitioning to production
- Fluency with developing and executing project schedules
- Experience managing products in the critical path of a program
- PMP certification
- Active and current Top Secret government clearance a plus
What We Can Offer YouNorthrop Grumman provides a comprehensive benefits package and a work environment which encourages your growth and supports the mutual success of our people and our company. Northrop Grumman benefits give you the flexibility and control to choose the benefits that make the most sense for you and your family.
Your benefits will include the following: Health Plan, Savings Plan, Paid Time Off and Additional Benefits including Education Assistance, Training and Development, 9/80 Work Schedule (where available), and much more!
Primary Level Salary Range: $135,800.00 - $203,600.00
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.