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Systems Engineering Manager 2

AT Northrop Grumman
Northrop Grumman

Systems Engineering Manager 2

Los Angeles, CA

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance 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 Mission Systems is a trusted provider of mission-enabling solutions for global security. Our Engineering and Sciences (E&S) organization pushes the boundaries of innovation, redefines engineering capabilities, and drives advances in various sciences. Our team is chartered with providing the skills, innovative technologies to develop, design, produce and sustain optimized product lines across the sector while providing a decisive advantage to the warfighter. Come be a part of our mission!

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We are looking for you to join our team as a Systems Engineering Manager 2 based out of Woodland Hills, CA. Our success is grounded in our ability to embrace change, move quickly and continuously drive innovation. The successful candidate will be collaborative, open, transparent, and team-oriented with a focus on team empowerment & shared responsibility, flexibility, continuous learning, and a culture of automation. This is fully onsite position located in Woodland Hills, CA working a 9/80 schedule.
What You'll get to Do:

Manage/Oversee a team of Systems Engineers and/or System Engineering Integration & Test (SEIT) Leads working the engineering design, development, and transition to production of inertial navigation systems
Develop and implement strong processes with emphasis on quantitative management and continuous improvement
Provide management guidance to achieve outstanding cost, schedule and technical performance
Responsible for technical guidance and oversight in developing technical and cost proposals
Interface with business facing leads to coordinate staffing requirements and ensure proper skill mix to support program activities
Mentor and challenge team members to develop skills and provide career planning/development paths
Responsible for all manager related activities to include, but not limited to: Conduct performance and salary reviews, approve timecards, performance management, and work closely with HR on elevated employee matters
Other duties as assigned
Basic Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM) or related discipline with 8 years of relevant experience; Master's degree with 6 years of relevant experience.

Experience leading a team on a technical development effort or technical production support
Understanding of Systems Engineering or project management tools such as DOORS, MS Project, etc.
Experience with Systems Engineering or project management processes, procedures, and best practices
Experience with generating and/or reviewing cost estimates/basis of estimates (BOEs)
Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret Clearance within a timeframe set forth by management
Must be able to work full-time onsite in Woodland Hills, CA.
Preferred Qualifications:

Master's Degree in a technical field with 7 years of experience in a multi-disciplined engineering environment or PHD with 3 years of experience

Development and implementation of processes to ensure product development efficiency and accuracy

Experience in inertial sensor development
A proven track record of leading a team of engineers and of establishing strong relationships with other functional organizations and Program Offices
Experienced with Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) tools, such as Siemens Teamcenter Enterprise
Experienced with failure analysis techniques and methods (RCCAs)

Technical project management with budget/EVMS experience
Experience with Model Based Systems Engineering (MBSE)
Experience with technical proposals
Knowledge of engineering planning, scheduling, metrics, earned value systems, and workload forecasting
Active DoD Secret clearance
Salary Range: $156,500.00 - $234,700.00The 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): Los Angeles, CA, USA
Job ID: NorthropGrumman-R10198752
Employment Type: Other

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

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