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Job description
Northrop Grumman is hiring a Systems Engineering Manager — a full-time, based in San Diego, CA role ($161k–$242k). Apply directly on Northrop Grumman's careers page below.
Systems Engineering Manager 2
Location: United States-California-San Diego
Time Type: Full time
Job Description
RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be availableCLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: YesCLEARANCE TYPE: SecretTRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the TimeDescription
At Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportunities to work on revolutionary systems that impact people's lives around the world today, and for generations to come. Our pioneering and inventive spirit has enabled us to be at the forefront of many technological advancements in our nation's history - from the first flight across the Atlantic Ocean, to stealth bombers, to landing on the moon. We look for people who have bold new ideas, courage and a pioneering spirit to join forces to invent the future, and have fun along the way. Our culture thrives on intellectual curiosity, cognitive diversity and bringing your whole self to work — and we have an insatiable drive to do what others think is impossible. Our employees are not only part of history, they're making history.Northrop Grumman Aeronautics Systems is seeking a highly qualified, mission-oriented Systems Engineering Manager 2 located in San Diego, CA. This role will be a combination of 80% technical statement of work (SOW) and 20% functional homeroom manager (FHR) SOW.
RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDING (BUT NOT LIMITED TO) THE FOLLOWING:
- Lead a section of systems engineers (8-15 personnel)
- 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.
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:
- System Design, Requirements and Verification, Operations Analysis, Modeling and Simulation, Systems Analysis, System Architecture, Mission Integration or Model Based Systems Engineering, IFC, Specialty Engineering, or other applicable SE competency
- Experience leading an engineering team or project.
- Experience leading an engineering team or project.
- Must possess an active DoW Secret clearance that is in scope or currently enrolled in continuous evaluation, with the ability to obtain and maintain Special Access Program (PAR) access as determined by business needs.
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.
- Familiarity with AGILE, DOORS, MBSE with CAMEO, DODAF 2.0.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the salary for Systems Engineering Manager at Northrop Grumman?
The estimated salary range for Systems Engineering Manager at Northrop Grumman is $161,000 - $242,000 USD per year.
What skills are required for Systems Engineering Manager at Northrop Grumman?
The required skills for Systems Engineering Manager at Northrop Grumman include: Agile.
What is the seniority level for Systems Engineering Manager at Northrop Grumman?
Systems Engineering Manager at Northrop Grumman is a Manager level position.
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