Systems Engineering & Operations Manager 2 at Northrop Grumman

Requisition ID: R10165764

• Category: Engineering
• Location: Palmdale, California, United States of America
• Clearance Type: Secret
• Telecommute: No- Teleworking not available for this position
• Shift: 1st Shift (United States of America)
• Travel Required: Yes, 10% of the Time
• Relocation Assistance: Relocation assistance may be available
• Positions Available: 1

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 Aeronautics Systems sector has an opening for a Systems Engineering & Operations Manager 2 to join our team of qualified, diverse individuals. This leadership role is located in Palmdale, CA.

Job Description:
The Strike Systems Test Organization team requires a Systems Engineering & Operations Manager responsible for all facets of Strike Systems Test engineering & operations, including staffing, planning, execution and reporting in multiple technology areas. This position requires a highly motivated and self-starting individual with relevant test operations experience, who will be willing to work additional assignments beyond the defined requirements of this position.  

Typical duties include:

• Manage the daily test activities and personnel support, prioritize tasks, oversee resource scheduling to include cross-program de-confliction, and oversee the strategic long-term planning of Test Engineering & Operations

• Manage the daily tasks of the assigned personnel, including Test Directors and Conductors, Mission Planners, Schedulers and support personnel

• Manage the Test Engineering & Operations staffing administrative obligations to include career progression mentoring, performance reviews, time charging management, candidate interviews/selection, and applications for program clearances

• Liaise with the PAICoE Test Operations Functional Homeroom and the Government Flight Representative (GFR) as required for the statement of work

• Coordinate with responsible entities to resolve issues with our facility, IT resources, and security infrastructures

• Identify all risks, issues, and pressures and develop mitigation and closure plans

Our Leaders at Northrop Grumman live our values daily and encourage our teams to do the same. We do the right thing:upholding the highest ethical standards and facilitating a safe and respectful environment that attracts, retains, and inspires a diverse and engaged team. We do what we promise: holding yourself and others accountable to meet predictable and balanced results. We commit to shared success: operating as OneNG and removing barriers for our teams. Finally, We pioneer: setting a vision that shapes the future and inspires others.

Basic Qualifications: 

• Must have a Bachelor of Science degree in a STEM discipline AND 9 years of relevant test experience with an emphasis on test engineering or operations, OR a Master's degree in a STEM discipline AND 7 years of relevant test experience with an emphasis on test engineering or operations

• Must have prior management/leadership experience

• Must have an active DOD Secret clearance, with an investigation date within the past 6 years (with ability to upgrade to Top Secret)

• Must have ability to obtain and maintain Access (PAR) within a reasonable period, as determined by the company to meet its business needs.

• Must have flexibility to work additional flight assignments beyond the defined requirements of this position

Preferred Qualifications

• Master of Science Degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Math

• Experience in flight test and test execution from within a mission control room

• Active DOD Top Secret clearance, with an investigation date within the past 6 years.

• Current PAR

Salary Range: $151,900 - $227,900
The 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.
Employees may be eligible for 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 committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action 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/AA and Pay Transparency statement, please visit. U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.