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 position can be located at our Northridge, CA, Linthicum, MD or Tucson, AZ, locations. 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. 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 development, testing, and sustainment, complying with company policies, procedures, and quality standards. Support assessment of cost and schedule impacts of technical decisions. Act as the technical liaison to the program manager to ensure successful project execution within budgets and schedules. Support risk and opportunity management by identifying and owning risks related to system performance. Interface with functional departments to secure team staffing. Work with suppliers and articulate project requirements. Brief internal and customer leadership on progress. Act as customer interface for all technical and execution matters related to SiAW Program activity. Basic Qualifications for a Sr. Chief Engineer: 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 with a Ph.D. Demonstrated technical leadership, decisiveness, and ability to make sound technical judgments with limited information. Well-versed 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, interpersonal, and presentation skills. Must have an active DoD Secret clearance
(with a background investigation completed within the last 6 years or currently enrolled into Continuous Evaluation). Preferred Qualifications: Experience in Air Launched Weapon/Missile Systems Development. Knowledge of integration of missile seekers, sensors, and software. Experience as technical lead or in leadership roles within program offices, demonstrating team building and organizational skills. Ability to present technical solutions to senior leadership. Experience in hardware/software integration of embedded systems. Experience managing or leading engineering teams. *Living in Northridge offers a blend of urban living and natural beauty, close to Los Angeles, Hollywood Hills, and the San Fernando Valley. Enjoy shopping, recreation, natural parks, beaches, and mountains. Cal State Northridge adds to the vibrant, active college-town atmosphere, complemented by California’s year-round sunny climate.* #definingpossible For more information, click below: Northrop Grumman in Northridge-California - Northrop Grumman Salary Range: $206,900.00 - $310,300.00. This range is a guideline; actual offers depend on various factors including experience, education, skills, and market conditions. Benefits include health insurance, life and disability insurance, savings plans, holidays, PTO, bonuses, and long-term incentives. The application period is approximately 20 days from posting, subject to change. Northrop Grumman is an Equal Opportunity Employer. U.S. Citizenship required for positions with a government clearance.
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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 position can be located at our Northridge, CA, Linthicum, MD or Tucson, AZ, locations. 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. 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 development, testing, and sustainment, complying with company policies, procedures, and quality standards. Support assessment of cost and schedule impacts of technical decisions. Act as the technical liaison to the program manager to ensure successful project execution within budgets and schedules. Support risk and opportunity management by identifying and owning risks related to system performance. Interface with functional departments to secure team staffing. Work with suppliers and articulate project requirements. Brief internal and customer leadership on progress. Act as customer interface for all technical and execution matters related to SiAW Program activity. Basic Qualifications for a Sr. Chief Engineer: 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 with a Ph.D. Demonstrated technical leadership, decisiveness, and ability to make sound technical judgments with limited information. Well-versed 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, interpersonal, and presentation skills. Must have an active DoD Secret clearance
(with a background investigation completed within the last 6 years or currently enrolled into Continuous Evaluation). Preferred Qualifications: Experience in Air Launched Weapon/Missile Systems Development. Knowledge of integration of missile seekers, sensors, and software. Experience as technical lead or in leadership roles within program offices, demonstrating team building and organizational skills. Ability to present technical solutions to senior leadership. Experience in hardware/software integration of embedded systems. Experience managing or leading engineering teams. *Living in Northridge offers a blend of urban living and natural beauty, close to Los Angeles, Hollywood Hills, and the San Fernando Valley. Enjoy shopping, recreation, natural parks, beaches, and mountains. Cal State Northridge adds to the vibrant, active college-town atmosphere, complemented by California’s year-round sunny climate.* #definingpossible For more information, click below: Northrop Grumman in Northridge-California - Northrop Grumman Salary Range: $206,900.00 - $310,300.00. This range is a guideline; actual offers depend on various factors including experience, education, skills, and market conditions. Benefits include health insurance, life and disability insurance, savings plans, holidays, PTO, bonuses, and long-term incentives. The application period is approximately 20 days from posting, subject to change. Northrop Grumman is an Equal Opportunity Employer. U.S. Citizenship required for positions with a government clearance.
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