Northrop Grumman

Systems Engineering Manager 2

Northrop Grumman$139K — $208K *
Aerospace & Defense
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's or Master's degree in a STEM field with 7-9 years of relevant experience
  • Experience in Operations Analysis, Model-Based Systems Engineering, or System Architecture
  • Proven leadership skills in managing engineering teams or projects
  • Familiarity with Agile/SCRUM methodologies and DODAF 2.0
  • Active DoD Secret clearance or ability to obtain SAP access
  • Experience in a SAP/SAR environment
  • Strong communication and coaching abilities

Responsibilities

  • Lead and manage a team of 15-20 systems engineers
  • Instruct and mentor on Agile concepts and processes
  • Handle hiring, talent development, and training initiatives
  • Oversee day-to-day operations and resource management across programs
  • Cultivate a collaborative and inclusive team culture
  • Clarify goals and connect team efforts to broader company objectives
  • Champion employee engagement and address performance issues effectively

Benefits

  • Potential relocation assistance
  • Health insurance coverage
  • Life and disability insurance
  • Savings plan
  • Company-paid holidays and paid time off (PTO)
Full Job Description
RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available

CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: Yes

CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret

TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the TimeDescription

Northrop Grumman Aeronautics Systems is seeking a highly qualified, mission-oriented Systems Engineering Manager 2 located in Melbourne, FL. This role is 2 parts: approximately 15% functional management role and approximately 85% direct charge program role on RAD program.

RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDING (BUT NOT LIMITED TO) THE FOLLOWING:
  • Lead a section of systems engineers (15-20 personnel)
  • Instruct, mentor and champion agile concepts and processes
  • 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.


LEADERSHIP STATEMENT

As a leader, you always act with integrity, and the highest ethical standards characterize everything you do. You enable your team to achieve predictable and balanced results, while satisfying the needs of internal and external partners. You treat all people with respect, and you model personal growth and continuous development. You know how to build an inclusive environment that attracts, retains, and inspires a diverse and engaged team. You develop trusted and valued customer relationships and communicate effectively, so that people throughout the organization feel engaged and connected to their work. You deliver excellence, strive for continuous improvement, and respond vigorously to change.

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: Operations Analysis, Modeling and Simulation, Systems Analysis, System Architecture, Mission Integration or Model Based Systems Engineering
  • Experience leading an engineering team or project
  • Familiarity with AGILE/SCRUM Master, MBSE with CAMEO, DODAF 2.0
  • Familiarity with AFSIM Modeling and SIM
  • Must have a current DoD Secret clearance and a periodic reinvestigation, or an original adjudication date completed within the last 5 years
  • Previous experience working in a SAP/SAR environment.
  • Ability to obtain SAP access.


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
  • Active DoD Top Secret clearance with SSBI, or Active DoD Top Secret with SCI within 4 years of last investigation
  • Program access to all major NGAS programs.


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.

About Northrop Grumman

Northrop Grumman is a security company that provides systems, products, and solutions in aerospace, electronics, information systems, shipbuilding, and technical services to government and commercial customers. They design, develop, and build everything from aircraft and spacecraft to cyber security systems. The company is involved in a wide range of defense and technology projects, including the development of aircraft, space systems, cybersecurity solutions, and advanced electronics.

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Net Income
$3.1 billion
Founded
1939
5 Year Trend
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Revenue
$36.7 billion
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