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.
The Payload and Ground Systems organization within the Northrop Grumman Space Systems 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!
Northrop Grumman Space Systems is looking for you to join us as a Sr. Staff Chief Engineer located in Aurora, CO.
This role will serve as the definitive technical authority for all aspects of engineering on all program elements (systems engineering/hardware/software/support/test) and leads a multi-disciplined engineering team managing the technical performance of the program meeting cost and schedule requirements including subcontracted elements.
Coordinates requirements development, hardware/software design, verification, and validation activities.
Ensures that the program is adhering to sound engineering processes in the development, production, test and sustainment of products for our customers and is in compliance with company policies, procedures, and quality standards.
Maintains cognizance over technical activities within program Mission and Product Areas and ensures horizontal integration of the best engineering practices.
Ensures the execution of program statement of work.
Regularly takes a leadership role in providing insight and knowledge transfer to others on internal and external technical solutions to solve complex problems.
Serve as the technical authority for the program, to include chairing the Technical Review Board or Deployment/Production Checkpoint on Lean-Agile programs.
Demonstrated ability to formally present technical solutions to senior leadership.
Be the technical liaison to the program manager.
Support the program manager in risk and opportunity management by identifying and owning risks associated with system performance.
Provide oversight for system architecture and design development and supporting architecture roles.
Provides technical leadership, direction and mentoring to other technical employees in the application of systems engineering principles, tools and techniques to achieve practical end results.
Develops advanced technological ideas and guides their development into a final product that has a direct impact on the Program and Operating Unit.
Known as an influencer of change.
Advocate and lead efforts in Digital Transformation initiatives.
Be the technical point of contact to the customer for the Program of Record.
Basic Qualifications:
Bachelor of Science degree in a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Math) discipline and 14 years of experience; 12 years with Masters degree; 9 years with PhD
Minimum of 8 years of experience formally leading engineering teams/and or organizations to achieve a common goal
Must have US Citizenship with an Active DOD Top Secret clearance granted or re-investigated within last 6 years
Be able and willing to travel up to 25% as a part of the role.
Must have familiarity with leading large technical proposals and the ability to lead the customer through reviews of technical performance.
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience integrating multiple engineering specialties and stakeholders across multiple Integrated Product Teams and Suppliers
Experience leading design, production, and integration of complex systems
Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) experience
Experience leading the performance of technical tasks on schedule, at cost and achieving all requirements as either a chief engineer or technical lead
Demonstrated effectiveness in achieving results through managing people and understanding and management of internal processes and customer/supplier relationships.
Strong understanding and broad application of complex engineering systems (engineering standards, configuration management, material review board, process control, tooling, facilities, software, etc.)
Strong oral and written communication skills, including demonstrated experience with high value customer presentations, with ability to focus on multiple projects with competing priorities
Ability to collaborate and achieve consensus when dealing with groups from diverse organizations and backgrounds
Demonstrated experience in making sound decisions in uncertain and difficult situations
Strong sense of urgency and work ethic in ensuring engineering meets customer and program expectations in a timely and efficient manner
Demonstrated experience with industrial or government construction projects
Salary Range: $170,600 USD – $256,000 USD
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 health and safety of our employees and their families is a top priority . The company encourages employees to remain up-to-date on their COVID-19 vaccinations. U.S. Northrop Grumman employees may be required, in the future, to be vaccinated or have an approved disability/medical or religious accommodation, pursuant to future court decisions and/or government action on the currently stayed federal contractor vaccine mandate under Executive Order 14042 https://www.saferfederalworkforce.gov/contractors/ .
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 http://www.northropgrumman.com/EEO . U.S. Citizenship is required for most positions.
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