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Manager Systems Engineering 2

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Woodland Hills, Los Angeles, CA, USA
161K-242K Annually
Senior level
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Woodland Hills, Los Angeles, CA, USA
161K-242K Annually
Senior level
Manage the Sensors Systems Engineering team supporting design, development, and production transition of inertial navigation systems. Responsibilities include improving engineering processes, coordinating staffing, overseeing technical and cost proposals, mentoring engineers, managing performance and compensation activities, and partnering with program leadership and HR. The role is fully onsite in Woodland Hills, California, with a 9/80 schedule and up to 25% travel.
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RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available

CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: No

CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret

TRAVEL: Yes, 25% 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 Mission Systems is a trusted provider of mission-enabling solutions for global security.  Our Engineering and Sciences (E&S) organization pushes the boundaries of innovation, redefines engineering capabilities, and drives advances in various sciences. Our team is chartered with providing the skills, innovative technologies to develop, design, produce and sustain optimized product lines across the sector while providing a decisive advantage to the warfighter.  Come be a part of our mission!

We are looking for you to join our team as a Systems Engineering Manager 2 based out of Woodland Hills, CA leading the Sensors Systems Engineering team. Our success is grounded in our ability to embrace change, move quickly and continuously drive innovation.  The successful candidate will be collaborative, open, transparent, and team-oriented with a focus on team empowerment & shared responsibility, flexibility, continuous learning, and a culture of automation. This is a fully onsite position located in Woodland Hills, CA working a 9/80 schedule.

What You’ll get to Do:

  • Manage a team of Sensor Engineers supporting the engineering design, development, and transition to production of inertial navigation systems

  • Own and continuously improve processes defining best practices for design of various inertial sensor types

  • Interface with program leads to coordinate staffing requirements and ensure proper skill mix is provided to execution teams in timely fashion

  • Provide guidance and oversight in developing technical and cost proposals

  • Mentor direct reports and drive their professional growth through goal setting and career planning

  • Responsible for all manager related activities including, but not limited to: conducting performance and salary reviews, approving timecards, performance management, and working closely with HR on elevated employee matters

Basic Qualifications Sensors Systems Engineering Manager 2:

  • Bachelor's degree in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM) discipline with 8 years of relevant experience; Master's degree in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM) discipline with 6 years of relevant experience.

  • Experience in development of advanced sensors for aerospace and/or defense applications

  • Experience leading a team on a technical development effort or technical production support

  • Understanding of Systems Engineering and project management tools such as DOORS, MS Project, etc.

  • Experience with Systems Engineering processes, procedures, and best practices

  • Experience with generating and/or reviewing cost estimates/basis of estimates (BOEs)

  • The ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government Secret clearance is required within a timeframe set forth by management

  • Must be able to work full-time onsite in Woodland Hills, CA.

Preferred Qualifications Sensors Systems Engineering Manager 2:

  • Master’s Degree in a technical field with 6 years of experience in a multi-disciplined engineering environment or PHD with 3 years of experience

  • Demonstrated understanding of the physics that enable different sensor technologies used in inertial navigation systems

  • Demonstrated experience in inertial sensor development, fiber optics, ring laser gyros, and sensor electronics

  • Development and implementation of processes to ensure product development efficiency and accuracy

  • A proven track record of leading a team of engineers and of establishing strong relationships with other functional organizations and Program Offices

  • Experienced with Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) tools, such as Siemens Teamcenter Enterprise

  • Experienced with failure analysis techniques and methods (RCCAs)

  • Technical project management with budget/EVMS experience

  • Experience with Model Based Systems Engineering (MBSE)

  • Experience authoring and reviewing technical proposals

  • Experience with engineering planning, scheduling, metrics, earned value systems, and workload forecasting

  • Active DoD Secret clearance

Primary Level Salary Range: $161,100.00 - $241,700.00

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.

Northrop Grumman is an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class. For our complete EEO and pay transparency statement, please visit http://www.northropgrumman.com/EEO. U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.

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