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Deputy Chief Engineer - R10211649
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Northrop Grumman
Relocation assistance may be available.
Clearance type: Secret.
Travel: Yes, 25% of the Time.
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.
Role Description & Responsibilities Northrop Grumman Space Sector is currently seeking a Deputy Chief Engineer responsible for technical execution in the continued manufacturing and support, including modernization, of the Fleet Ballistic Missile hardware primarily produced at the Magna, UT facility. This position will sit at our Magna, UT location with weekly assignments in Promontory and Clearfield, UT sites.
Coordinate and communicate with all stakeholders.
Provide relevant technical and program requirements, and propose advanced technical solutions to implement for complex challenges.
Follow projects through to realization.
Job Duties
Coordinate and communicate with all stakeholders.
Relevant technical and program requirements and propose advanced technical solutions to implement for complex challenges.
Follow projects through to realization.
Basic Qualifications
Minimum of 12 years of experience with a Bachelor’s Degree in engineering or related field with preferable experience in a government contractor environment—especially tri‑party. 10 years experience with a Master’s Degree.
Ability to obtain and/or maintain a DoD Secret clearance.
Successful candidate must be able to pass a background check for the Federal Safe Explosives Act (SEA).
Technical excellence, collaboration/teamwork, and trustworthiness are required.
Ability to see the larger picture for the system as a whole and contribute to decisions that will strengthen the long‑term success of the FBM program.
Experience in EPLM, MRB, configuration management, qualification protocol, and change board presentations helpful.
Participation and experience in problem analysis boards helpful.
Demonstrated ability to juggle multiple projects and self‑manage a dynamic demanding workload.
Strong demonstrated written and oral communication skills are a must.
Detailed scope/schedule/budget planning skills are required.
Nozzle, igniter, case, RMA, and supply chain experience being sought.
Rewards include a challenging technical and project management role, engineering development program support, as well as program/customer interaction experience.
Education Requirements
Bachelor’s Degree in a Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics discipline from an accredited university.
Position Benefits
Medical, Dental & Vision coverage
401k
Educational Assistance
Life Insurance
Employee Assistance Programs & Work/Life Solutions
Paid Time Off
Health & Wellness Resources
Employee Discounts
Primary Level Salary Range: $147,700.00 - $221,500.00. 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.
Seniority Level Mid‑Senior level
Employment Type Full‑time
Job Function Engineering and Information Technology
Industries Defense and Space Manufacturing
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Deputy Chief Engineer - R10211649
role at
Northrop Grumman
Relocation assistance may be available.
Clearance type: Secret.
Travel: Yes, 25% of the Time.
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.
Role Description & Responsibilities Northrop Grumman Space Sector is currently seeking a Deputy Chief Engineer responsible for technical execution in the continued manufacturing and support, including modernization, of the Fleet Ballistic Missile hardware primarily produced at the Magna, UT facility. This position will sit at our Magna, UT location with weekly assignments in Promontory and Clearfield, UT sites.
Coordinate and communicate with all stakeholders.
Provide relevant technical and program requirements, and propose advanced technical solutions to implement for complex challenges.
Follow projects through to realization.
Job Duties
Coordinate and communicate with all stakeholders.
Relevant technical and program requirements and propose advanced technical solutions to implement for complex challenges.
Follow projects through to realization.
Basic Qualifications
Minimum of 12 years of experience with a Bachelor’s Degree in engineering or related field with preferable experience in a government contractor environment—especially tri‑party. 10 years experience with a Master’s Degree.
Ability to obtain and/or maintain a DoD Secret clearance.
Successful candidate must be able to pass a background check for the Federal Safe Explosives Act (SEA).
Technical excellence, collaboration/teamwork, and trustworthiness are required.
Ability to see the larger picture for the system as a whole and contribute to decisions that will strengthen the long‑term success of the FBM program.
Experience in EPLM, MRB, configuration management, qualification protocol, and change board presentations helpful.
Participation and experience in problem analysis boards helpful.
Demonstrated ability to juggle multiple projects and self‑manage a dynamic demanding workload.
Strong demonstrated written and oral communication skills are a must.
Detailed scope/schedule/budget planning skills are required.
Nozzle, igniter, case, RMA, and supply chain experience being sought.
Rewards include a challenging technical and project management role, engineering development program support, as well as program/customer interaction experience.
Education Requirements
Bachelor’s Degree in a Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics discipline from an accredited university.
Position Benefits
Medical, Dental & Vision coverage
401k
Educational Assistance
Life Insurance
Employee Assistance Programs & Work/Life Solutions
Paid Time Off
Health & Wellness Resources
Employee Discounts
Primary Level Salary Range: $147,700.00 - $221,500.00. 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.
Seniority Level Mid‑Senior level
Employment Type Full‑time
Job Function Engineering and Information Technology
Industries Defense and Space Manufacturing
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