Sentinel Staff Specialty Systems Engineer - 15023
RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be availableCLEARANCE 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.Northrop Grumman Defense Systems has an exciting opportunity with Specialty Engineering on the Sentinel program for a Staff Systems Engineer to provide systems engineering leadership to support the Electromagnetic Environmental Effects (E3) and Human Systems Integration (HSI) teams. This role will also support the broader Systems Engineering Specialty organization in Huntsville, AL assisting the Systems Engineering Integration & Test (SEIT) Site Lead and support to the on-site E3 and HSI teams. This position will be located in Huntsville, Alabama and will support the Sentinel (GBSD) program and may offer a competitive relocation package.
The selected candidate will work in a dynamic people-focused environment where he/she will interact with users, customers and other engineers.
What you'll get to do:
Interface with inter-organizational management and external customers to communicate technical briefing and program status.
Support Program Management activities to ensure cost and schedule objectives are met; support program status efforts including Earned Value Management System (EVMS) tracking and Control Account Management (CAM) activities.
Assist with the generation of well-defined and executable system and subsystem requirements documents and test and verification documents.
Drive product quality in customer deliverables as outlined in the SOW and defined in the Contract Data Requirements List.
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Support system/subsystems integration, test, and requirements verification activities.
Support the preparation of system engineering materials during System Requirements Review, System Functional Review, Preliminary Design Review, Critical Design Review, System Verification Review, Test Readiness Review, and other program reviews as needed.
May act as coordinator of special projects, following up on pending details, coordinating activities, and ensuring deadlines are met.
Basic Qualifications:
Bachelor of Science degree in a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics) discipline with 12 years of experience; 10 years with Master's Degree; 8 years of experience with a PhD.
US Citizenship with Active DoD Secret clearance with a reinvestigation date occurring in the last 6 years.
Must be eligible to obtain additional Enhanced Security Clearances within a reasonable amount of time as determined by the company to meet its business needs.
10+ years' Experience with Agile and working in a cross-functional Scrum teams.
10+ years' Experience with Product Owner and Product Manager core responsibilities
Experience supporting DoD contracts and/or large supplier management portfolio experience in other industries
5+ years' experience as an Earned Value Management System Control Account Manager (EVMS CAM) and/or past profit and loss statement (P&L) accountability
Preferred Qualifications:
Ability to team plan, execute, and manage the technical scope, and support leadership planning.
Demonstrated performance, people leadership and customer intimacy
Experience with ICBMs (MM, PK, Small Missile)
Proven ability to deliver effective communication verbally, written, and through well-crafted presentations across all levels of an organization
Experience collaborating with multiple functional groups, subcontracts, and government customer representatives
Risk & Opportunity management
Customer-focused mindset with proven leadership skills and excellent communication skills
PMP Certification
Demonstrated understanding of Lean, Agile or Six Sigma Tools
Proficiency in driving programmatic battle rhythm
Ability to demonstrate independent creative thinking and problem-solving capabilities
Experience managing multiple projects concurrently.
Position Benefits:
As a full-time employee of Northrop Grumman, you are eligible for our robust benefits package including
• Medical, Dental & Vision coverage
• 401k
• 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.
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Salary Range: $147,700.00 - $221,500.00The 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.
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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