Northrop Grumman
Sr. Chief Engineer (AHT) - R10209234-2
Northrop Grumman, Tucson, Arizona, United States, 85718
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Northrop Grumman 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 Defense Systems sector (NGDS) is looking for you to join our Advanced Weapons Business Unit as a
Sr. Chief Engineer
of the Stand-in Attack Weapon (SiAW) program. This position will report to the Advanced Weapons Business Unit Director of Engineering. This role will serve as the definitive technical authority for all aspects of engineering on all program elements (systems engineering/software/support/test) and lead a multi-disciplined team managing the technical performance of the program meeting cost and schedule requirements including subcontracted elements. This role requires working full-time, on-site at the facility locations Northridge, CA; Tucson, AZ; or Linthicum, MD. Typical Responsibilities Include Ownership of the technical baseline and oversees technical activities across multiple contracts within the SiAW Program Maintain cognizance over technical activities within and across contracts for requirements development, hardware/software design, integration, and verification/validation activities Solve technical problems and provide solutions that are technically sound and programmatically executable Provide technical leadership, direction and mentoring to other technical employees in the application of systems engineering principles, tools, and techniques to achieve practical end results Chair technical meetings such as requirements reviews, design reviews, and readiness reviews Facilitate technical support, review, and approval of engineering documents and drawings Support program reviews as an engineering review authority, and assist in resolution of program engineering challenges (technical, financial, and staffing) Drive process development, continuous improvement, and affordability initiatives Ensure that the program adheres to sound engineering processes in the development, test, and sustainment of products for our customers and is compliant with company policies, procedures, and quality standards Support assessment of cost and schedule impacts of technical decisions Be the technical liaison to the program manager to ensure successful execution to project budgets and schedules Support the program manager in risk and opportunity management by identifying and owning risks associated with system performance Interface with functional departments to secure team staffing Work with suppliers and articulate project requirements Brief internal and customer leadership on progress of work assigned Act as customer interface for all technical and execution matters related to SiAW Program activity Basic Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in engineering or STEM-related discipline with 16 years of experience, or 14 years with a master’s degree and 12 years of experience with a Ph.D. Demonstrated technical leadership skills, decisiveness, and ability to make sound technical judgments with limited information Well-versed, skilled, and disciplined in system engineering processes Experience leading design, production, and integration of complex systems Background in aerospace systems; working knowledge of aircraft systems, missile systems, avionics, software systems, and their design drivers Good communication skills, strong interpersonal skills, and good oral and written presentation skills Active DoD Secret clearance (background investigation completed within the last 6 years or currently enrolled in Continuous Evaluation) Preferred Qualifications Experienced in Air Launched Weapon/Missile Systems Development Working knowledge of integration of missile seekers, sensors, and software Experience as technical lead, Integrated Product Team Lead, or other leadership role in a program office or business function with demonstrated team building, organizational, and interpersonal skills Demonstrated ability to formally present technical solutions to senior leadership Experience in hardware/software integration of embedded systems Experience directly managing or leading engineering teams 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. Primary Level Salary Range: $178,600.00 - $310,300.00
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Sr. Chief Engineer (AHT) - R10209234-2
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Northrop Grumman 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 Defense Systems sector (NGDS) is looking for you to join our Advanced Weapons Business Unit as a
Sr. Chief Engineer
of the Stand-in Attack Weapon (SiAW) program. This position will report to the Advanced Weapons Business Unit Director of Engineering. This role will serve as the definitive technical authority for all aspects of engineering on all program elements (systems engineering/software/support/test) and lead a multi-disciplined team managing the technical performance of the program meeting cost and schedule requirements including subcontracted elements. This role requires working full-time, on-site at the facility locations Northridge, CA; Tucson, AZ; or Linthicum, MD. Typical Responsibilities Include Ownership of the technical baseline and oversees technical activities across multiple contracts within the SiAW Program Maintain cognizance over technical activities within and across contracts for requirements development, hardware/software design, integration, and verification/validation activities Solve technical problems and provide solutions that are technically sound and programmatically executable Provide technical leadership, direction and mentoring to other technical employees in the application of systems engineering principles, tools, and techniques to achieve practical end results Chair technical meetings such as requirements reviews, design reviews, and readiness reviews Facilitate technical support, review, and approval of engineering documents and drawings Support program reviews as an engineering review authority, and assist in resolution of program engineering challenges (technical, financial, and staffing) Drive process development, continuous improvement, and affordability initiatives Ensure that the program adheres to sound engineering processes in the development, test, and sustainment of products for our customers and is compliant with company policies, procedures, and quality standards Support assessment of cost and schedule impacts of technical decisions Be the technical liaison to the program manager to ensure successful execution to project budgets and schedules Support the program manager in risk and opportunity management by identifying and owning risks associated with system performance Interface with functional departments to secure team staffing Work with suppliers and articulate project requirements Brief internal and customer leadership on progress of work assigned Act as customer interface for all technical and execution matters related to SiAW Program activity Basic Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in engineering or STEM-related discipline with 16 years of experience, or 14 years with a master’s degree and 12 years of experience with a Ph.D. Demonstrated technical leadership skills, decisiveness, and ability to make sound technical judgments with limited information Well-versed, skilled, and disciplined in system engineering processes Experience leading design, production, and integration of complex systems Background in aerospace systems; working knowledge of aircraft systems, missile systems, avionics, software systems, and their design drivers Good communication skills, strong interpersonal skills, and good oral and written presentation skills Active DoD Secret clearance (background investigation completed within the last 6 years or currently enrolled in Continuous Evaluation) Preferred Qualifications Experienced in Air Launched Weapon/Missile Systems Development Working knowledge of integration of missile seekers, sensors, and software Experience as technical lead, Integrated Product Team Lead, or other leadership role in a program office or business function with demonstrated team building, organizational, and interpersonal skills Demonstrated ability to formally present technical solutions to senior leadership Experience in hardware/software integration of embedded systems Experience directly managing or leading engineering teams 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. Primary Level Salary Range: $178,600.00 - $310,300.00
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