Manager Systems Engineering 2

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available CLEARANCE TYPE: Top 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. 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, but they're also making history. This position is currently contingent on program award and associated program award funding. Start dates are determined after funding confirmation.

Northrop Grumman Aeronautics Systems Sector has an opening for a Systems Engineering Manager 2 to join our team of qualified, diverse individuals within our Systems Engineering organization. This position is located in Melbourne, Florida. The selected candidate will lead and manage configuration data management activities related to planning, identification, change management, status accounting, and verification and audit.

Key Responsibilities: Lead a functional team of CDM professionals through product design, development, production and sustainment phases of a program Lead and manage CDM activities span all phases of the program life cycle Manage Contract Data Requirements List and Supplier Data Requirements List and generate key CDM metrics to track progress and maintain continuous improvement Develop CM processes to establish and maintain consistency of a product's performance, functional, and physical attributes with its requirements, design, and operational information throughout its life cycle. Plan and coordinate the preparation of project documentation, such as engineering drawings, production specifications and schedules, and contract modifications, to ensure customer contract requirements are met. Lead configuration verification and audit to provide highly reliable sources of configuration information to support contractual obligations Functional Responsibilities: Conduct goal planning, performance evaluations merit budgeting Provide technical guidance related to process and training to staff Conduct weekly flow-down meetings with assigned staff Attend weekly flow-down meetings with the Department Manager Support staffing needs as assigned The selected candidate should thrive in a fast-paced work environment with high expectations, significantly diverse assignments, and collaborative/team settings across all levels.

To learn more about our hiring process for manager positions, please view our Selecting the Best Qualified Managers" video: www.northropgrumman.com/SQMVideo" Basic Qualifications: Bachelor's Degree in a Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) discipline and 9 years engineering experience - OR a master's degree in a STEM discipline and 7 years of engineering experience Must have demonstratable experience in Data Management to include Subcontract Management and Contract Management, and in Configuration Management to include Configuration Planning, Configuration Identification, Configuration Control, Configuration Verification & Audits and Configuration Status Accounting. Must have demonstratable experience facilitating technical boards and audits Knowledge of Configuration Management industry standards: MIL-HDBK-61B, EIA-49-1, -2, etc. Understanding and execute the CDM processes that intercept a shift toward Digital Engineering and digital baselines with advanced data sharing managing configuration control of a digital ASOT.

Recently demonstrated knowledge of Systems Engineering practices Must have an active DoD TOP SECRET or Interim TOP SECRET or higher clearance (with a background investigation completed within the last 6 years or currently enrolled into Continuous Evaluation) Must have the ability to obtain and maintain DoD TOP SECRET or higher clearance Preferred Qualifications: Advanced STEM Degree Experience utilizing a Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) software system, Excel, Adobe Acrobat, and database experience in an aerospace manufacturing environment Experience in managing Change Control Board processes and supporting Engineering Change Boards and Change Control Boards (CCB's) Excellent communication, interpersonal skills, and the ability to interface with all levels of employees and management Active, In scope DoD Top Secret or SCI clearance Knowledge of EIA-649 or MIL-HDBK-61B. Primary Level Salary Range: $139,100.00 - $208,700.00 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.