Space Vehicle Chief Engineer

Serving as the primary technical advisor to the program manager
Assisting senior program leadership on shaping customer acquisition strategy
Leveraging NG capabilities and technologies to meet customer goals and objectives
Coordinating internal responses to cross-segment issues and providing high level briefings on major decision points to senior leadership ensuring that all engineering teams adhere to sound engineering processes, in accordance with company policies, procedures, and quality standards
Planning and managing technical reviews
Working with the lead systems engineer to ensure that givers/receivers, GFx and other roadblocks are quickly identified and countered
Leading / supporting on-ramp of new system capabilities through studies or ECPs
Managing the integration of multiple, complex payloads onto an existing platform
Mentoring, training, and directing junior staff

Successful candidates will also demonstrate an attitude and approach founded in the following key characteristics:

Data Driven: Able to coordinate and organize large amounts of data from a diverse team into key take-aways
Schedule Driven: Quickly driving issues to closure or decision point
Demonstrated track record of being a solutions-oriented high energy problem solver
Able to focus on short term objectives and understanding how they fit into the longer term plan

This position will work a 9/80 schedule, with every other Friday off.
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
BS Degree in Engineering or related technical field and at least 12 years of applicable experience, or an MS Degree and 10 years of applicable experience
Experience with space mission development / architecture, as well as spacecraft design and development
Experience working medium size or larger Government programs
Experience leading a team of engineers
Proposal Experience
Experience in the Space Security Domain
Preferred Qualifications:

>10yrs of direct experience with Space systems
Current Program access
Exposure to Northrop Grumman space vehicle design and production
Knowledge of aerospace environmental testing standards
Experience with ground segment design, development, and sustainment
Established network of contacts in other NG divisions/sectors/programs
CAM / engineering project management experience
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Primary Level Salary Range: $0.00 - $0.00The 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): Dulles, VA

Job ID: NorthropGrumman-R10217955

Employment Type: OTHER

Posted: 2026-01-06T20:28:51