Operating Unit Business Execution Manager 3

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available

CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: Yes

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.

Job Description

At the heart of Defining Possible is our commitment to missions. In rapidly changing global security environments, Northrop Grumman brings informed insights and software-secure technology to enable strategic planning. We’re seeking innovators to help us enhance our portfolio of secure, affordable, integrated, and multi-domain systems and technologies. By joining us, you will have the opportunity to expand your personal network and develop your skills, whether you are new to the field or a seasoned industry leader. At Northrop Grumman, you’ll find the resources, support, and team needed to excel in your career.

Position Overview:

Northrop Grumman Mission Systems, Networked Information Systems, Engineering and Sciences (E&S) is seeking a Senior Engineering Manager for an onsite position in San Diego, CA. This role will serve as the Business Execution Engineering lead supporting the Fighter Networked Systems (FNS) Operating Unit, reporting directly to the NIS E&S Connectivity & Network Solutions (CNS) Business Execution Engineering Director. This role will oversee the technical execution of a dynamic portfolio of programs in the FNS OU and serve as the primary interface between (E&S) and program leadership.

Key Responsibilities:

Provide technical leadership for a portfolio of programs executing development, production and sustainment of connectivity and network solutions for advanced fighter platforms

Serve as primary engineering authority and engineering lead to the FNS OU Director, responsible for reviewing and approving program baselines, Estimate at Complete (EAC) financial reviews, staffing reviews, capture reviews, and recurring program execution reviews to ensure technical execution directly aligns with operating unit financial forecasts and targets

Support engineering leadership development and workforce planning to ensure adequate staffing levels while facilitating resource sharing across multiple business areas

Partner with program leadership and the engineering homeroom to forecast headcount requirements and skill gaps

Drive workforce development, succession planning, and engineering leadership pipeline initiatives

Optimize resource sharing and cross-functional staffing across multiple business areas.

Drive engineering execution strategy, including developing and leading strategic initiatives to enhance engineering technical execution on programs to deliver high quality capability at speed

Foster engineering rigor, build consensus, and , collaborating with cross-functional teams throughout business

Define and ensure compliance with engineering processes and best practices

Ensure quality of work products and independent technical reviews for OU programs

Basic Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics, or related fields, with 8 years of experience; Master's degree with 6 years of experience

8+ years of professional experience in defense or aerospace industries

Experience leading multiple technical teams across the full product lifecycle (development, production, sustainment)

Must have proven program/project management experience as an IPT lead or program manager

Working knowledge of program execution, staffing, engineering metrics and training resources, processes, and tools

Knowledgeable in software, systems or hardware engineering processes and tailoring

Experience leading large and diverse technical teams across multiple locations

High proficiency in technical problem-solving, including root cause analysis and solution development

High proficiency in technical execution, including implementing recovery plans, adjusting engineering baselines, and resolving critical path technical blockers

High proficiency in Earned Value Management with practical experiences as a Control Account Manager and with Variance Reports

High proficiency in risk management and root cause identification and corrective action planning

Must have an active Secret clearance with ability to obtain and maintain a Top Secret SCI

Preferred Qualifications:

Advanced degree in science, technology, engineering, mathematics, or related fields

Domain experience in Tactical Data Links, RF engineering, or airborne communications networks

Proven success in leading organizations with more than 50 employees

Prior experience in engineering functional leadership

Prior proposal/capture experience

Demonstrated technical experience across multiple program phases

Active Top Secret SCI clearance

Primary Level Salary Range: $193,000.00 - $289,600.00

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.