SDS Systems Engineering Department Manager 3 - 7777-1

This selected candidate will be responsible for a department within the Systems Engineering organization and will report directly to the SDS Systems Engineering Director. You will set operating objectives and provide mentorship to Functional Home Room (FHR) Section Managers (SMs) based on Engineering goals, objectives, and company policy. Provide oversight and assistance to multiple business areas within the division portfolio (Sentinel/GBSD, ICBM Sustainment and Advanced Programs); to provide the people, skills, and processes for successful achievement of program goals.
As the Department Manager you will be responsible for managing planning, risk, project performance, addressing, schedule, technical quality, and addressing technical or operational problems when necessary. Will assist engineers and program staff to develop and maintain talent within the organization. Have frequent contact with equivalent level managers and programs to maintain and exceed health and performance for all programs.
The successful candidate will lead engineers spanning the System Safety teams.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Excellent communication, mentoring, interpersonal skills, and the ability to collaborate with senior management, peers, and employees.

Provides ownership for the people, processes, and tools that support business areas and programs in achieving their missions.

Accountability for recruiting, staffing and retaining talent to deliver on the objectives.

Supporting proposal work, independent technical reviews, program standup and audits, and special assignments on an as needed basis.

Owning and leading improvements across employee engagement, hiring, development, training, attraction, and retention of top talent.

Mentor, develop, and train your section managers, and overall employee base.

Will rapidly assess and lend guidance to projects assigned to the organizational group.

Reviews and analyzes released engineering change data and coordinates changes with engineering, quality, support, manufacturing, and engineering data control activities.

Position Benefits:
As a full-time employee of Northrop Grumman, you are eligible for our robust benefits package including

Medical, Dental & Vision coverage

Educational Assistance

Life Insurance

Employee Assistance Programs & Work/Life Solutions

Paid Time Off

Health & Wellness Resources

Employee Discounts

This positions standard work schedule is a 9/80. The 9/80 schedule allows employees who work a nine-hour day Monday through Thursday to take every other Friday off. This role may offer a competitive relocation assistance package.

You'll Bring These Qualifications:

Bachelor's Degree in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics) with 8 years of related experience

Must have an active U.S. Government DoD Secret security clearance at time of application, current and within scope (< 6 years) , with an ability to obtain and maintain Special Access Program (SAP) approval within a reasonable period of time, as determined by the company to meet its business need.

These Qualifications Would be Nice to Have:

Managing people experience preferred.

Master's Degree with 9 years of experience in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics) preferably an Engineering degree.

Proven performance as an Engineering Leader in all phases of acquisition, design, integration, and execution.

Working knowledge and/or experience across engineering disciplines.

Experience on ICBMs.

Experience creating or growing new sections or departments.

Experience managing an engineering team.

Experience preparing a large complex system for functional testing/verification.

Experience with AFSPCMAN 91-710, RCC 319-14, and/or RCC 324-11.

Familiarity with NEPA and facilities development.

Safety Professional (ASP) Certificate.

* Weapon System Experience (Minuteman III or similar military or industry experience).

Primary Level Salary Range: $161,500.00 - $267,700.00The 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): Huntsville, AL

Job ID: NorthropGrumman-R10212097

Employment Type: OTHER

Posted: 2025-10-24T20:17:15