Manager Test Engineering 2 – Mission Systems

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available

CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret

TRAVEL: 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 is seeking highly qualified flight test engineering leaders for an Edwards AFB, CA program. The program is seeking to fill a leadership position for a Mission Systems Flight Test Engineering Manager to lead planning and execution through the Engineering, Manufacturing, and Development flight test program that will follow. This manager is expected will lead and provide functional management for a team of approximately 20 system test engineers in a group of flight test disciplines.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• The Mission Systems disciplines include avionics, navigation systems, radar systems and ground support systems.
• Must have an extensive aviation engineering and flight test background with strong technical and leadership skills.
• Strong communication skills to support extensive executive-level interaction and will report to the System Ground and Flight Test Senior Manager.
• Collaborate with government and contractor leaders to develop detailed test plans and drive an integrated team approach to problem solving.
• Thorough understanding of flight test safety planning, test operations, and test reporting is required.
• Responsible for developing resource forecasts and achieving cost and schedule performance goals.
• This position will be located at Edwards AFB, CA with an expectation of 25% travel. Candidate must be willing to work extended shifts, nights, weekends and holidays as required to meet program schedule and objectives.

BENEFITS STATEMENT:

We offer flexible work arrangements, 9/80 work schedule with every other Friday off, phenomenal learning opportunities, exposure to a wide variety of projects and customers, and a very friendly team environment. We are looking for self-motivated, proactive, and goal-oriented people to help us grow our services and become even better at what we do.

LEADERSHIP STATEMENT:

As a leader, you always act with integrity, and the highest ethical standards characterize everything you do. You enable your team to achieve predictable and balanced results, while satisfying the needs of internal and external partners. You treat all people with respect, and you model personal growth and continuous development. You know how to build an inclusive environment that attracts, retains, and inspires a diverse and engaged team. You develop trusted and valued customer relationships and communicate effectively, so that people throughout the organization feel engaged and connected to their work. You deliver excellence, strive for continuous improvement and respond vigorously to change.

 

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

• Must have 9 years of Engineering experience with a Bachelors degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (7 years w/ Masters)
• Must have an active DoD Secret clearance with full investigation within the last 6 years
• Ability to obtain and maintain Program Access (PAR) within reasonable time
• Experience in a system test environment
• Perform resource planning and staffing; staff development, including skills training and career support; performance management, including employee goal setting, performance reviews, and issues resolution.
• Knowledge of flight test planning, safety planning, test operations, and test reporting
• Strong ability to communicate complex technical issues and solutions

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Significant experience in a developmental/operational test maintenance environment
• Significant experience with one or more mission system disciplines
• Minimum of 3 years in a defined leadership role, with functional home room manager experience a plus
• Experience in a US Air Force Combined Test Force
• Experience leading an aircraft operation under DCMA Instruction 8210 oversight
• Experience with Earned Value Management
• Experience building and maintaining a high performance team in a high paced aerospace environment

Primary Level Salary Range: $146,600.00 - $219,800.00

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.

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.