Manager of Engineering 2

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available

CLEARANCE TYPE: SecretTRAVEL: 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 Aeronautics Systems is seeking a Global Hawk Site Manager to join our diverse team of professionals. This leadership position is located onsite in Grand Forks, ND working on Grand Forks AFB.

Essential Functions:

As primary customer contact for RQ-4 Global Hawk program, the Grand Forks Site Manager shall professionally and technically lead, direct, manage and administer contractor activities at the customer site. The Grand Forks Global Hawk Site Manager shall be responsible as the single point of contact for all technical and administrative activities between USAF and the contractor team. Responsible for cost, schedule and technical performance of the Global Hawk program. Direct all phases of program from inception through completion. Participate in the negotiation of contract and contract changes. Coordinate the preparation of proposals, business plans, proposal work statements and specifications, operating budgets and financial terms/conditions of contract. Act as primary customer contact for program activities, lead program review sessions with customers to discuss cost, schedule, and technical performance. Develop new business or expands the product line with the customer. Establish milestones and monitor adherence to master plans and schedules, identify program problems and obtain solutions, such as allocation of resources or changing contractual specifications. Direct the work of employees assigned to the program/project from technical, manufacturing and administrative areas.

This leader will help lead technical coordination between the customer on site and will work directly with the Global Hawk Program Office, Program Leaders, and Support Functions to ensure program requirements defined by the SOW are achieved within budget, schedule, quality, and closure criteria. He/she may also coordinate and lead preparation of presentation materials to support Program objectives.

The Grand Forks AFB Global Hawk Site Manager will help drive the Engineering and Product Support team’s technical performance on the RQ-4 platform. The leader will be expected to facilitate success across all Product Support teams to include Supportability Engineering, Support Hardware, Operations, and Maintenance by driving efficiencies with peers within Product Support and the RQ-4 Program Office.

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’s Degree in a Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) field AND 9 years of related professional/military experience that includes a background in Program Management and/ or Product Support, OR a STEM Master’s Degree AND 7 years of related professional/military experience that includes a background in Program Management and/ or Product Support.
• Experience managing aspects of program execution including planning, baselining, and implementation across multiple teams.
• Ability to travel internationally up to 10%.
• Must have current DOD Secret or higher clearance
• Ability to obtain and maintain Special Access Program (SAP).
• US Citizenship is a requirement for employment

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master's Degree in a STEM area.
• Previous experience working in supportability engineering and/or engineering management
• Previous experience working Product Support efforts on development and/or sustainment programs.
• Strong skills in Microsoft Office programs including Word, Excel, MS Project, and PowerPoint.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and presentation skills.
• Previous experience working with the RQ-4 platform.
• Previous U.S. Military experience with operations and/or aircraft maintenance background.

Salary Range: $122,800.00 - $184,200.00The 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.