Director of Engineering 1 - SLP-A Deputy Chief Engineer
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's Defense Systems sector is seeking a Director of Engineering 1 - SLP-A Deputy Chief Engineer in our SDS Division. This leadership role will be located in Roy, Utah or Bellevue, Nebraska. This role may offer a competitive relocation assistance package.
What You'll Get To Do :
- Provide technical leadership in Design and Development of the Secondary Launch Platform (SLP-A)
- Focusing horizontally on resolving high-level Systems challenges
- Ensuring execution of overall technical plan within the Integrated Master Schedule
- Supporting strategic SDS Division initiatives on tools, processes, and cross-segment technical reviews
- Driving technical rigor into technical interchange meetings with Sentinel partners
- Utilizing Model-Based Engineering to deliver a highly sustainable Weapon System
- Advising program technical leadership on program, schedule, and technical matters
Position Benefits
Medical, Dental & Vision coverage401kEducational AssistanceLife InsuranceEmployee Assistance Programs & Work / Life SolutionsPaid Time OffHealth & Wellness ResourcesEmployee DiscountsThis position's standard work schedule is a 9 / 80. The 9 / 80 schedule allows employees who work a nine-hour day Monday through Thursday to take every other Friday off. This role may offer a competitive relocation assistance package.
Basic Qualifications :
Bachelor's degree in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics) and a minimum 10 years of related experienceExperience managing and leading a technical and complex program effort3+ years experience with :Experience developing and administering budgets and standards of performanceExperience in developing and implementing technologies associated with production processes with efficient and sustainable implementationU.S. Citizenship with an Active Secret Clearance (investigation date / periodic review within the last 5 years) and the ability to obtain program special access.10 years of system integration and supplier management experienceExperience in leading a high-paced product development and test / demonstration teamExperience in system development, integration, and testExperience integrating multiple engineering specialties and stakeholders across multiple Integrated Product Teams and SuppliersExperience leading design, production, and integration of complex systemsModel-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) experienceDesign Engineering / Computer-aided Design (CAD) experience and engineering releases utilizing Product Lifecycle Management toolsPrior experience interfacing with prime contractor site leads and USAF leadership personnelBe able and willing to travel up to 25% as a part of the roleThese Qualifications Would be Nice to Have :
Master's Degree in STEMStrong 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 prioritiesAbility to collaborate and achieve consensus when dealing with groups from diverse organizations and backgroundsExperience in Command and Control (C2)Extensive experience in supplier technical managementExperience in systems integrationThe 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.
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.