Northrop Grumman
AdvancedSystems&TechnologyEngineeringExecutionSectionLead
“Advanced Systems & Technology - Engineering Execution Section Lead at Northrop Grumman. Skills: Engineering Execution, Program Management, Technical Leadership, Cross-functional Teams. Oversee engineering execution. Lead cross-functional team”
What You'll Achieve.
Meet key program milestones; Accountable for technical performance; Accountable for staffing; Accountable for root-cause analysis; Accountable for engineering metrics; Accountable for process rigor; Accountable for proposal support; Accountable for C101 sign-off; Accountable for the development of CEACs; 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
Lead cross-functional 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; Works closely with Engineering Discipline leadership; Partnering with Manufacturing, Supply Chain, and Mission Assurance; Interface with engineering discipline sections; Collaborative/team settings
Communication Scope
Brief internal and customer leadership
Process & Methodology
End-to-end program execution, Earned Value Management System (EVMS), Critical path management, Estimates-at-Completion (EACs), Workload forecasts, Manage budgets, Manage schedules, Manage complex technical programs, Program-management experience
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