Manager (Survivability) 3

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available

CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret

TRAVEL: Yes, 25% 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, we Define Possible. We are a passionate community of engineers and leaders, a creative community of scientists and researchers, a diverse community of human beings, all driven to pioneer the future. And in Survivability, that future is bright… Or, from the enemy’s perspective, it is as dark as the cover of a moonless night.

Now, imagine sitting in a stadium, or outside at a parade, and the next generation of Stealth Technology flies overhead, drawing a roar of admiration from the crowd. Imagine being able to turn to the person next to you and saying “I had a hand in that.” At Northrop Grumman Aeronautics Systems and in Survivability Engineering, that could be Your Possible. We are tasked with developing, testing, and implementing new materials, technologies, and concepts, that enable the most lethal, intelligent, and collaborative systems to penetrate and operate in enemy airspace with impunity. We work hand in hand with a broad swath of other engineering disciplines to design, develop, manufacture, and sustain these systems. Our responsibilities span the full Systems Engineering lifecycle—from research and development to modeling and analysis, from static / component test to dynamic flight test, from manufacturing floor support to field repairs and maintenance, and more. We work across multiple spectrums—from RF (Radio Frequency), to IR (Infrared) and Visual, to Acoustic. Our engineers have the opportunity to work in various environments—behind desks, in highly specialized labs, at indoor and outdoor test and measurement ranges, and at overseas operational locations. Our team is absolutely critical to the cradle-to-grave success of our cornerstone programs and the programs of the future, and your role on our team would be equally critical to our success as an organization. Without Survivability Engineers, there is no Low in Low Observable. Without us, there is no Stealth in Stealth Bomber. Join us, and let’s Define Survivable together!

As a leader in the Survivability National Directorate, you will be responsible for Northrop Grumman’s state-of-the-art Auto Tier II facility—a critical component of vehicle signature measurement and Low Observable diagnostics in Palmdale, California. In this role, you will be responsible for the coordination and execution of Tier I - III diagnostic RCS/RF tests, working with leadership across multiple programs to ensure efficient and accurate signature characterization of full-scale vehicles and their components. The testing you will support will drive development activities and fulfill contractual requirements for programs of various sizes, including some of Northrop Grumman’s cornerstone activities. You will be the focal point for ensuring uninterrupted operation of the testing facility and associated equipment, which will tie directly into program baseline schedules. You will also host senior Program, Sector, and Customer leadership for key events that will have an impact on sustaining and growing our business.  Position reports to National Director of Survivability.

Northrop Grumman’s Aeronautics Systems sector has an opening for a Manager (Survivability) 3 to join our team of qualified, diverse individuals. This leadership opportunity is located in Palmdale, CA.

Responsibilities will include:

• Managing a state-of-the-art indoor RCS/RF testing facility, to include coordinating maintenance and upgrades, supporting security audits, and communicating status / needs to senior leadership.
• Operating and maintaining Tier I-III RCS testing / inspection tools for signature characterization and diagnostics.
• Designing, planning, and executing RCS/RF tests, to include determining test requirements, testing methods, equipment / measurement selection, logistics, staffing, test set-up, and pre/post-test reporting.
• Analyzing system and component test results, working with program Survivability personnel to determine compliance to signature requirements, evaluating design trades, and making recommendations for materials, composites, and other aspects of Survivability performance.

Our Leaders at Northrop Grumman live our values daily and encourage our teams to do the same. We do the right thing: upholding the highest ethical standards and facilitating a safe and respectful environment that attracts, retains, and inspires a diverse and engaged team. We do what we promise: holding yourself and others accountable to meet predictable and balanced results. We commit to shared success: operating as OneNG and removing barriers for our teams. Finally, We pioneer: setting a vision that shapes the future and inspires others.

Basic Qualifications:

• Must have a Bachelor of Science degree in a STEM discipline AND 9 years of related professional/military experience in Engineering, OR a Master’s degree in a STEM discipline AND 7 years of related professional/military experience in Engineering.
• Must have at least 5 years of Survivability experience with a focus in Survivability design, integration, sustainment, and/or production.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience supporting U.S. Government contracts and customers and/or project management in other industries.
• Must have an active DoD Secret clearance that is in-scope (granted/renewed in the last 6 years or under continuous evaluation).
• Must be able to attain and maintain Special Access Programs (SAP) prior to the commencement of employment.

Preferred Qualifications:

• MS degree in aerospace, mechanical, electrical, materials science, or chemical engineering; physics; chemistry; computer science; or applied mathematics from an ABET accredited university.
• Demonstrated experience using Tier I-III diagnostics systems to categorize RCS performance.
• Proficiency in RF testing at an indoor RCS/RF test facility.
• Strong interpersonal communication and technical writing skills to enable effective personal interaction and collaboration with a multi-disciplined team and customers.
• Background in Applied Electromagnetics and/or Aircraft Survivability, or comprehensive understanding of Electromagnetic Energy transmission though space and within materials
• Demonstrated knowledge of Low Observables and RCS performance.
• Proficiency in developing and executing tests and analyzing test results.
• Demonstrated success working with internal support organizations such as Global Supply Chain, Facility, and Security.
• Demonstrated success leading teams/and or organizations to achieve a common goal.
• Demonstrated success building customer intimacy.
• A current active U.S. Government in-scope DoD Top Secret security clearance.
• Existing Special Access Program clearance.

Salary Range: $187,000.00 - $280,600.00

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.