Northrop Grumman
aerospace, defense
AdvancedSystems&Technology-EngineeringExecutionSectionLead
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“Advanced Systems & Technology - Engineering Execution Section Lead at Northrop Grumman. Skills: Engineering Execution, Cross-functional leadership, Program Management, Technical Leadership. Oversee engineering execution across AS&T portfolio. Lead cross-functional engineering leadership team”
What You'll Achieve.
Meet key program milestones; Ensure delivery of engineering commitments related to cost, schedule, and technical quality; Ensure consistent engineering excellence
Industry & Context.
Root-cause analysis
Relocation assistance may be available, CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: Yes, CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret, TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the Time, U. S Citizenship is required, Ability to obtain/maintain an active U. S Government Top Secret Clearance, Ability to obtain Special Program Access (SAP)
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
Bachelor's Degree with 10 years of experience, a master's degree with 8 years of experience, or a PhD with 6 years of experience in Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics or related technical fields, U. S Citizenship is required, A current/active U. S Government Secret Clearance, Ability to obtain/maintain an active U. S Government Top Secret Clearance, Ability to obtain Special Program Access (SAP), 5 years of progressive engineering experience in the aerospace, defense, or related high‑technology sectors, 5 years of experience directing multi–function engineering teams to achieve common goals, including planning, risk management, and project performance, Proven ability to manage budgets, schedules, and complex technical programs, Experience as a Technical lead (e.g. Chief Engineer, SEIT Lead, EPM) in a multi-disciplinary engineering team environment, Experience as a Control Account Manager (CAM) managing Earned Value Management System (EVMS) projects, Experience with staffing, engineering metrics and training resources, processes, and tools
Nice to Have
Advanced degrees in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics or related technical fields, Active U. S Government Top Secret Clearance or higher, Proven program‑management experience leading complex, multi‑disciplinary projects from concept through delivery in fast‑paced environments, Experience in development of complex RF or Digital systems and sub-systems, Experience with flight test operations and testing systems in Flight using NG CRJ or Flight Asset, Experience with EOIR Technology and Applications, Design, Testing, and Modeling, Experience with Integrated Circuit Design Verification & Tapout, Experience with development of EW Systems (Specifically EW System Architecture & Software Development), Experiences with Artificial Intelligence and applications of Combat Identification Techniques
What You'll Do.
Oversee engineering execution across AS&T portfolio
Lead cross-functional engineering leadership team
Maintain awareness of engineering challenges
Interpret statements of work
Provide technical leadership
Institute performance reviews
Develop and execute project budgets
Interface with engineering discipline sections
Brief internal and customer leadership
Perform in fast-paced work environment
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Lead a cross-functional team of Chief Engineers, Engineering Program Managers, and SEIT Leads; Works closely with Engineering Discipline leadership and Program Management; Partnering with Manufacturing, Supply Chain, and Mission Assurance; Interface with engineering discipline sections to secure team staffing; Collaborative/team settings
Communication Scope
Brief internal and customer leadership on progress of work assigned
Process & Methodology
End-to-end program execution, Project budgets, Project schedules, Earned Value Management System (EVMS), Critical path management, Estimates-at-Completion (EACs), Workload forecasts, Program management
Full Job Description
RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be 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. Northrop Grumman Mission System’s Engineering and Sciences (E&S) Baltimore and Partnered Sites (BaPs) Division is seeking a Advanced Systems & Technology - Engineering Execution Section Lead to join our team of qualified and diverse individuals. This position will be located in Baltimore, MD and is a full-time on-site position. _**What You’ll Get to Do:**_ The individual will be the direct liaison to the Advanced Systems & Technology (AS&T) Operating Unit Director within the Emerging Capability Development Business Unit. The role leads a cross‑functional team of Chief Engineers, Engineering Program Managers, and SEIT Leads, overseeing end‑to‑end program execution throughout the AS&T operating unit. It works closely with Engineering Discipline leadership and Program Management, while also partnering with Manufacturing, Supply Chain, and Mission Assurance to meet key program milestones. Reporting to the Engineering Execution Lead, the incumbent is accountable for technical performance, staffing, root‑cause analysis, engineering
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