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Manager Engineering 3

6 days ago Linthicum Heights, MD

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance availableCLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: NoCLEARANCE TYPE: SecretTRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the Time Description 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.The Strategic Technology & Capture Sourcing Manager leads a team of technologists and supply chain specialists that help shape sourcing strategies for tech discriminators and priority captures within the Mission Systems (MS) sector. This manager partners across internal functions (including Business Development, Strategy, Engineering, Manufacturing, and Global Supply Chain), Divisions, suppliers, and Industrial Base Policy organizations to shape investment and design decisions that improve speed, producibility, affordability, and capacity.
We are looking for an experienced and cross-functional leader, comfortable executing in ambiguous and fast-moving situations. The successful candidate will be highly collaborative, a strong communicator, and a strategic thinker.

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This is an onsite position located in Linthicum, MD.
Responsibilities of this position include but are not limited to:

Developing forecasts and sourcing strategies for critical technologies

Providing sourcing support for priority captures

Partnering with Engineering and other functions to drive producibility, develop supplier capabilities and capacity, and reduce sourcing risks. Includes driving commonality in design features (e.g., through usage of product lines and building blocks)

Managing MS make/buy strategy and the Sector Make/Buy Council

Managing strategic partner agreements and associated Executive Committees

Pursuing and managing investments (including NCTA, supplier, and government funding) to mature technologies in advance of program awards

The International Sourcing & Industrial Engagement team will also report to this manager.
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Basic Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree and at least 8 years of experience in engineering, manufacturing, business development, program management, and/or supply chain environments OR Master's degree with at least 6 years of experience in engineering, manufacturing, business development, program management, and/or supply chain environments

At least 5 years leading teams/people either direct or indirect

Experience in manufacturing and/or engineering processes, defense technologies, and defense programs

Experience preparing proposals for government acquisitions

US Citizenship

Ability to obtain and maintain Secret Clearance

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience with and a working knowledge of MS product lines and technology building blocks

Experience working with suppliers on advanced technologies

Experience in business development and associated customer interactions

Experience with international sourcing, industrial participation, and offset management

* Current and/or Active DoD Secret level

Primary Level Salary Range: $167,500.00 - $251,300.00The 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): Linthicum Heights, MD
Job ID: NorthropGrumman-R10229581
Employment Type: OTHER
Posted: 2026-04-17T20:35:53

Perks and Benefits

  • Health and Wellness

    • Health Insurance
    • Dental Insurance
    • Vision Insurance
    • Life Insurance
    • Short-Term Disability
    • Long-Term Disability
    • HSA
    • HSA With Employer Contribution
    • On-Site Gym
    • Pet Insurance
    • Mental Health Benefits
    • Virtual Fitness Classes
  • Parental Benefits

    • Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
    • Non-Birth Parent or Paternity Leave
    • Fertility Benefits
    • Adoption Assistance Program
    • Family Support Resources
    • Adoption Leave
  • Work Flexibility

    • Flexible Work Hours
    • Remote Work Opportunities
    • Hybrid Work Opportunities
    • Four-Day Work Week
  • Office Life and Perks

    • Commuter Benefits Program
    • Company Outings
    • On-Site Cafeteria
    • Holiday Events
  • Vacation and Time Off

    • Paid Vacation
    • Paid Holidays
    • Sabbatical
    • Leave of Absence
  • Financial and Retirement

    • 401(K)
    • 401(K) With Company Matching
    • Performance Bonus
    • Relocation Assistance
    • Financial Counseling
    • Profit Sharing
  • Professional Development

    • Tuition Reimbursement
    • Promote From Within
    • Mentor Program
    • Shadowing Opportunities
    • Access to Online Courses
    • Lunch and Learns
    • Internship Program
    • Leadership Training Program
    • Associate or Rotational Training Program
  • Diversity and Inclusion

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