SDS- Chief Engineer - ICBM Sustainment- 9384

Company: Northrop Grumman
Location: Roy
Posted on: May 28, 2023

Job Description:

Requisition ID: RCategory: EngineeringLocation: Roy, UT, USACitizenship Required: United States CitizenshipClearance Type: SecretTelecommute: No- Teleworking not available for this positionShift: 1st Shift (United States of America)Travel Required: Yes, 10% of the TimeRelocation Assistance: Relocation assistance may be availablePositions Available: 1At 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.Embark on a career putting innovative, reliable, and agile products and ideas into orbit, and beyond. Northrop Grumman has opportunities waiting for you that play a vital role in human space exploration, national defense, and scientific discovery, supporting multiple programs across the universe. With us, you'll discover a culture of curiosity and collaboration that will have you Defining Possible from the day you start. Our space systems connect and protect millions of people on earth every day, now and for the future. Explore your future and launch your career today.Northrop Grumman's Space Systems sector is looking for a Chief Engineer for the ICBM Sustainment portfolio in our SDS Division. This leadership role is located in Roy, Utah. Northrop Grumman supports the Air Force's sustainment, development, production and deployment of hardware and system modifications for Intercontinental Ballistic Missile (ICBM) Ground and Airborne Launch Control Systems, Launch Facilities and associated infrastructure.What You Will Get to Do:Be the Chief Engineer for the ICBM Sustainment portfolio of programs, reporting to the Vice President of Engineering & Manufacturing for the SDS Division. Responsibilities include technical leadership by:Managing the ICBM Sustainment technical baseline for entire portfolioDriving technical execution in support of major program eventsCollaborating within and across the Division SDS program portfolio to deliver exceptional customer valueFocusing horizontally on resolving high-level Systems challengesEnsuring execution of overall technical plan within the Integrated Master ScheduleSupporting strategic SDS Division initiatives on tools, processes, and cross-segment technical reviewsDriving technical rigor into technical interchange meetings with ICBM Sustainment partnersUtilizing Model-Based Engineering to deliver a highly sustainable Weapon SystemAdvising ICBM Sustainment program office on program, schedule, and technical mattersPosition Benefits:As a full-time employee of Northrop Grumman Space Systems, you are eligible for our robust benefits package including:Medical, Dental & Vision coverage401kEducational AssistanceLife InsuranceEmployee Assistance Programs & Work/Life SolutionsPaid Time OffHealth & Wellness ResourcesEmployee DiscountsThis position's standard work schedule is a 9/80A. The 9/80 schedule allows employees who work a nine-hour day Monday through Thursday to take every other Friday off. This role may offer a competitive relocation assistance package.Basic Qualifications:Bachelor's Degree in a Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM) disciplineA minimum 20 years of progressive engineering experience with a Bachelor's degree; 18 with a Master's; or 15 years with a PhDMinimum of 5 years of experience formally leading engineering teams/and or organizations to achieve a common goal.Active DoD Secret clearanceICBM or complex aerospace systems experiencePreferred Qualifications:Systems Engineering and Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) experienceKnowledge of Specialty Engineering disciplines such as Hardness, PMP, Nuclear Surety/Safety, System Safety, Configuration Management, Corrosion Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Systems Test and Evaluation, and Electromagnetic EffectsDesign Engineering/Computer-aided Design (CAD) experience and engineering releases utilizing Product Lifecycle Management toolsPrior experience interfacing with prime contractor site leads and USAF leadership personnelActive DoD TS/SCI clearanceExperience leading the performance of tasks on schedule, at cost and achieving all requirements as either project lead or integrated program teamDemonstrated effectiveness in achieving results through managing people and understanding and management of internal processes and customer/supplier relationships.Strong understanding and broad application of complex engineering systems (engineering standards, configuration management, material review board, process control, tooling, facilities, software, etc.)Strong oral and written communication skills, including demonstrated experience with high value customer presentations, with ability to focus on multiple projects with competing prioritiesExperience in working closely with customers to ensure delivery of systems that meet warfighter needsAbility to collaborate and achieve consensus when dealing with groups from diverse organizations and backgroundsDemonstrated experience in making sound decisions in uncertain and difficult situationsStrong sense of urgency and work ethic in ensuring engineering meets customer and program expectations in a timely and efficient mannerSalary Range: $171,400 USD - $257,000 USDEmployees may be eligible for 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 health and safety of our employees and their families is a top priority. The company encourages employees to remain up-to-date on their COVID-19 vaccinations. U.S. Northrop Grumman employees may be required, in the future, to be vaccinated or have an approved disability/medical or religious accommodation, pursuant to future court decisions and/or government action on the currently stayed federal contractor vaccine mandate under Executive Order 14042 Northrop Grumman is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action 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/AA and Pay Transparency statement, please visit U.S. Citizenship is required for most positions.

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