Northrop Grumman

Systems Engineering Manager 2

Northrop Grumman$146K — $219K *
Roy, UT 84067In-Person
Aerospace & Defense
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in STEM with 8+ years or Master's degree with 6+ years of experience
  • Previous leadership or management experience
  • Professional experience in SIGINT, Cyber, Non-Kinetic, or Cryptography
  • Demonstrated technical leadership in SEIT/EPM or equivalent roles
  • Working knowledge of program execution and engineering metrics
  • Experience leading technical teams across multiple locations
  • Active U.S. Government Top Secret/SCI Clearance

Responsibilities

  • Support C&IS as Engineering Frontline Manager leading technical leaders
  • Contribute to technical leadership roles in capture/program lifecycle
  • Ensure rigorous planning, management, and issue resolution in engineering execution
  • Develop talent and manage indirect budgets for frontline organization
  • Collaborate on resource allocation and competing program demands
  • Share best practices across discipline engineering teams
  • Travel up to 25% to various company locations

Benefits

  • Comprehensive health plan
  • Savings plan
  • Generous paid time off
  • Education assistance
  • Training and development programs
  • 9/80 work schedule where available
Full Job Description
RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available

CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: Yes

CLEARANCE TYPE: SCI

TRAVEL: Yes, 25% of the TimeDescription

Northrop Grumman Mission Systems Navigation, Intelligence and Connectivity Division, Engineering and Sciences is seeking a Systems Engineering Manager 2. This position will be onsite, and will be a front line manager in the Business Execution Engineering (BEE) homeroom organization for the Cyber and Intelligence Solutions (C&IS) Business Unit, reporting to the E&S C&IS BEE Department Manager. This position will work from one or our NGMS C&IS locations (including: Annapolis Junction MD, Roy UT, Cincinnati OH, Sacramento CA, Chantilly, VA).

As the C&IS BEE Front Line Manager, you will be in a dual-role position with approximately 80/20 work split between direct program/capture and indirect functional homeroom responsibilities of an engineering organization of approximately 10 technical leaders (E100 roles).

What You'll get to Do:
  • Support C&IS business unit as Engineering Frontline Manager by contributing to C&IS program(s)/captures(s) and providing people leadership for technical leaders in E100 roles (e.g. CE, SEIT, EPM, IPT, Architects) through talent development, mentoring/coaching, staffing planning, engagement, retention, and knowledge sharing.
  • Contributing technical scope may include (but not limited to): Technical leadership role (e.g. SEIT, Chief Engineer, EPM, IPT/CAM, task order/project /study lead, or similar role).
  • Support E&S C&IS BEE Department Manager by ensuring consistent rigor in planning, technical baseline & cost/schedule management, metrics management, and issue resolution as related to engineering execution.
  • Develop technical leaders (e.g. CE, SEIT, EPM, IPT, Architects) to ensure business success, while supporting talent pipeline development.
  • Oversee general administration for frontline organization, including managing indirect budgets, process improvements, staffing, workload forecasts, EWW.
  • Collaborate with other leaders on resourcing programs and meeting competing demands of a diverse business base.
  • Collaborate with discipline engineering team members to share best practices and accelerate implementation of Sector standards.
  • Travel up to 25% of the time.


Basic Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's degree in Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics with 8+ years of experience; Masters degree in Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics with 6+ years of experience.
  • Previous leadership or management experience
  • Professional experience in SIGINT, Cyber (Offensive or Defensive), Non-Kinetic, Cryptography, or related mission areas.
  • Demonstrated technical leadership experience in SEIT/EPM, Chief Engineer, IPT, System Architect, or equivalent, role in capture/program lifecycle phase(s).
  • Working knowledge of program execution, technical baseline management, staffing, engineering metrics and training resources, processes, and tools.
  • Experienced in leading diverse technical teams across multiple locations.
  • Proficiency in technical problem-solving, including root cause analysis and solution development.
  • A current/active U.S. Government Top Secret/SCI Clearance.
  • Ability to work onsite full-time at or near a location with significant NGMS C&IS presence (including but not limited to: Annapolis Junction MD, Roy UT, Cincinnati OH, Sacramento CA, Chantilly, VA).
  • Demonstrated ability to lead with NG values and leadership behaviors.


Preferred Qualifications:
  • Active DoD Top Secret/SCI with SAP/SAR.
  • Advanced knowledge and experience in SIGINT, Cyber (Offensive or Defensive), Non-Kinetic, Cryptography, or related mission areas.
  • Demonstrated experience in leveraging AI tools & processes to improve efficiencies, quality, or scaling.
  • Experience executing SAARRs, Independent Reviews, Non-Advocate Reviews.
  • Previous functional management experience


What We Can Offer You:
Northrop 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: $146,600.00 - $219,800.00

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.

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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88,000 employees
Market Cap
$82.7 billion
Industry
Net Income
$3.1 billion
Founded
1939
5 Year Trend
+7.6%
Revenue
$36.7 billion
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