Northrop Grumman

Systems Engineering Manager 3 - Senior SVDI Lead

Northrop Grumman$193K — $289K *
Aerospace & Defense
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree with 8+ years or Master's with 6+ years or PhD with 4+ years of relevant experience.
  • Candidate must be a U.S. Citizen with active SCI access or a Government Top Secret clearance.
  • Proven track record managing teams of 10+ engineers or program professionals.
  • Experience managing IR&D and/or large-scale budgets.
  • Strong background in Space Vehicle integration and Systems Engineering.

Responsibilities

  • Manage multimillion-dollar budgets for advanced satellite capabilities.
  • Lead Internal Research and Development focused on unique payloads.
  • Ensure compliance with business practices and standards.
  • Align technical investments with multimillion-dollar strategic capture strategies.
  • Lead a multidisciplinary engineering and program team of 10+ personnel.
  • Serve as the primary point of contact for customer technical and programmatic reviews.
  • Guide Systems Engineering processes and manage risks.

Benefits

  • Medical, Dental & Vision coverage.
  • 401k plan.
  • Educational assistance.
  • Life insurance.
  • Employee Assistance Programs & Work/Life solutions.
  • Paid time off.
  • Health & wellness resources.
  • Employee discounts.
  • Flexible work schedules, including a 9/80 work option.
Full Job Description
RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available

CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: Yes

CLEARANCE TYPE: SCI

TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the TimeDescription

Northrop Grumman's Space Systems Sector is seeking a Systems Engineering Manager 3 - Senior SVDI (Space Vehicle Design & Integration) Lead to join our team in Redondo Beach, CA.

*Please be aware that this position is contingent upon the candidate obtaining final clearances and program access(es) within a reasonable period of time as determined by the company. Continued employment thereafter will be subject to maintenance at the level of clearance and program access required for the position in the future.

Job responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:

IR&D Portfolio Management

-Manage Million-Dollar Budgets: Execute and oversee a multimillion-dollar budget targeting advanced satellite capabilities.

-Drive IR&D Strategy: Lead Internal Research and Development (IR&D) focused on unique payloads and payload accommodation.

-Ensure Compliance: Guarantee strict adherence to Northrop Grumman business practices, financial controls, and compliance standards for complex funding structures.

-Secure Capture: Align technical investments directly with strategic capture strategies to win a multimillion-dollar pipeline.

Program Direct & Team Leadership

-Lead Enhancement Team: Provide direct leadership to a multidisciplinary engineering and program team of 10+ personnel.

-Manage Cross-Functional Scope: Oversee program direct scope across multiple technical and operational areas.

-Customer Interface: Serve as the primary point of contact for weekly technical and programmatic customer reviews.

Technical & Systems Engineering Oversight

-Space Vehicle Integration: Apply deep competency in Space Vehicle (SV) integration to ensure payload-to-bus compatibility.

-Systems Engineering Leadership: Guide complex Systems Engineering (SE) processes, requirements verification, and risk management baselines.

Basic Qualifications for Systems Engineering Manager 3:

-Bachelor's degree with 8+ years of relevant experience OR

-Master's degree with 6+ years of relevant experience OR

-PhD with 4+ years of relevant experience

-Candidate must be a U.S. Citizen and have active SCI access at time of application and prior to start date OR

-Candidate must be a U.S. Citizen and have an active U.S. Government Top Secret security clearance (or equivalent) at time of application and prior to start date as well as the ability to obtain and maintain active SCI access within a reasonable period of time as determined by the company. Continued employment thereafter will be subject to the candidate's maintenance of the level of clearance and program access required for the position in the future.

-Proven track record managing teams of 10+ engineers and/or program professionals.

-Demonstrated experience managing IR&D and/or large-scale overhead/direct budgets.

-Strong background in Space Vehicle (SV) integration and Systems Engineering (SE) for space hardware.

Preferred Qualifications for Systems Engineering Manager 3:

-Bachelor's Degree or above in a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics) discipline.

-Active U.S. Government Top Secret security clearance (or equivalent) clearance along with active SCI access at time of application and prior to start date.

-Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

*Please be aware that this position is contingent upon the candidate obtaining final clearances and program access(es) within a reasonable period of time as determined by the company. Continued employment thereafter will be subject to maintenance at the level of clearance and program access required for the position in the future.

Curious about all the exciting developments with the Northrop Grumman Space Sector? Click the following link: https://www.northropgrumman.com/space.

Working at Northrop Grumman is more than just a paycheck. We offer a comprehensive Total Rewards and benefits package designed to help you thrive at work and in life. For more information on our Total Rewards package, please visit our Total Rewards site: Northrop Grumman Total Rewards

As a full-time employee of Northrop Grumman, you are eligible for:

-Medical, Dental & Vision coverage

-401k

-Educational Assistance

-Life Insurance

-Employee Assistance Programs & Work/Life Solutions

-Paid Time Off

-Health & Wellness Resources

-Employee Discounts

-Flexible Schedules: for example, the ability to work a 9/80 work schedule, which allows an employee to work a nine-hour day Monday through Thursday and take every other Friday off of work.

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Primary Level Salary Range: $193,000.00 - $289,600.00

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.

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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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