Staff Engineer Systems - C2BMC Solution Chief (26-121)

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance availableCLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: YesCLEARANCE TYPE: Top 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 Space Systems-Missile Defense Integration offers an excellent opportunity for a Staff Engineer Systems - C2BMC Solution Chief (26-121) to join our team of talented and diverse professionals. Based in Colorado Springs, CO, or Huntsville, AL, this role is essential to supporting the U.S. President, the Secretary of Defense, and combatant commanders at the strategic, regional, and operational levels.
This position does not provide relocation assistance and requires on-site work with no remote options.
Position Overview:
The Command, Control, Battle Management, and Communications (C2BMC) program is a crucial component of the Missile Defense System. It is a vital operational tool that allows the U.S. president, the secretary of defense, and combatant commanders at the strategic, regional, and operational levels to systematically plan ballistic missile defense operations, collectively monitor the battle, and dynamically control networked sensors and weapon systems to meet global and regional mission objectives. C2BMC supports layered missile defense capabilities that enable an optimized response to threats across all ranges and flight phases. It acts as a force multiplier by networking, integrating, and synchronizing autonomous sensor and weapon systems and operations worldwide and regionally to enhance performance. C2BMC is vital for all ground and flight tests that verify and demonstrate the current and future abilities of missile defense systems.
The Solution Chief is the Technical Authority and Chief Engineer for Spiral 8.2-7, providing engineering direction and oversight to Agile Release Trains while building strong relationships with internal and external customer technical staff. This position requires proven communication skills, extensive collaboration in planning and execution, quick issue resolution, and a focus on building confidence and cohesion within the C2BMC National Team. As the overall lead, technical expert, and point of contact for the baseline on the Solutions Management Team, the chosen candidate will assist the Solution Manager in identifying, establishing, and integrating the capabilities needed within the scope of work.
Essential Functions:

Will oversee the planning and execution of experimentation, digital design, enterprise development, integration, testing, analysis, and deployment of capabilities

Applies and/or develops highly advanced technologies, scientific principles, theories, and concepts; often works independently to resolve issues related to the development and implementation of operational programs

Plans R&D programs and suggests technological application solutions to achieve long-term goals

Typically serve as the main spokesperson to customers about the company's capabilities and future initiatives

The chosen candidate is responsible for overseeing all activities in accordance with established compliance requirements and program operating documentation

This includes managing, identifying, documenting, and addressing risks and opportunities

Equally important will be the focus on a continuous improvement strategy that puts into practice activities such as lessons learned, causal analysis, process improvement initiatives, and best practices aligned with the program vision

Proven leadership in developing large-scale software programs

Ability to quickly shape, adapt, and align customer needs with overall goals in a rapidly changing environment

Technical expertise and depth in process development skills, including vision and strategy generation and execution, as well as the ability to communicate effectively with internal and external customers, leaders, and development teams