Deputy Lead Systems Engineer - Top Secret Required

This position will work a 9/80 schedule, with every other Friday off.
Your Role and Impact:

Assist in leading/providing major support to the entire space segment technical team.
Coordinate and optimize space vehicle design, processing and mission success.
Troubleshoot and develop solutions to complex problems that the program may encounter.
Develop, author and/or provide input to major program data products and other deliverables.
Assist with the execution technical reviews
Write status and technical performance reviews and reports
Be able to recognize and mitigate technical issues and risks while operating within budget and on schedule.
The candidate will work with cross-discipline team members and must have excellent verbal and written communication skills and the ability to work with a diverse community of engineers and managers to achieve the goals of the program team.
If this job description reads like it was written specifically for you, consider joining our team!
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.
Basic Qualifications:

Requires an active U.S. Government DoD Top-Secret security clearance at time of application, current and within scope, with the ability to obtain and maintain SCI approval/access
B.S. in STEM - Science, Technology, Engineering, Math or related area and 5 years of experience; M.S. in STEM or related area and 3 years of experience
Technical experience in systems engineering and integration of complex systems, including space systems development, manufacture, test or operations, including previous technical or project leadership positions
Excellent written and oral communications skills and technical presentation experience
Understanding of spacecraft detailed design, integration & test
Must be Proactive. Works under only general direction. Independently determines and develops approach to solutions
Ability to lead a diverse multi-discipline Engineering team
Preferred Qualifications:

Master's Degree in Engineering
Experience with fast paced production spacecraft programs
Existing SCI and/or Program Access
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https://www.northropgrumman.com/space
Primary Level Salary Range: $98,400.00 - $171,100.00The 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.

Client-provided location(s): Chandler, AZ

Job ID: NorthropGrumman-R10218866-2

Employment Type: OTHER

Posted: 2026-01-13T20:05:14