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 develop cutting-edge technology that preserves freedom and advances human discovery. 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 continue to innovate with developments from launching the first commercial flight to space, to discovering the early beginnings of the universe. Our employees are not only part of history, but they are also making history.

No matter the assignment, Northrop Grumman is committed to being a leader in Cyber, Logistics and Modernization, Autonomous Systems, C4ISR, and Strike. For us, it’s about more than just performing. It means realizing the values that define us: responsibility, trust, integrity, and protecting freedom worldwide. These values inspire and unite our people who make everything we do possible.

Northrop Grumman Space Systems (NGSP) is looking for you to join our team as a Systems Engineering Manager 2.

What You’ll get to Do:

The Engineering Manager 2 will manage an on-site team providing varied engineering support from Schriever Space Force Base in Colorado Springs, CO. Functional Manager responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

• Manage a team of direct reports
• Performing functional manager roles and responsibilities (i.e. staffing, recruiting, timecard approval, performance reviews, etc.)
• Maintain high levels of engagement among their own team
• Support Career Development of current talent among team members
• Interact with internal program leadership and customers on significant technical matters often requiring coordination between organizations and provide guidance and oversight to the employees

The successful candidate must be entrepreneurial, a self-starter and have the ability to challenge the status quo. This individual must be customer-focused with proven leadership and excellent communication skills as well as a leader in change management.

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree with a minimum of 5 years of experience in leadership and/or in an engineering domain; Master’s degree with a minimum of 3 years of experience; or PhD with a minimum of 1 year of experience.
• Secret Clearance

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in an engineering domain to include Systems, Software, Network, Modelling and Simulation, and AI/Machine Learning
• Prior technical leadership (SW lead, test lead, product owner, scrum master, etc.)
• Experience making hiring decisions
• Experience with conducting disciplinary actions
• Domain experience in Missile Defense, Radars, Space Systems
• Active Secret clearance
• Familiarity with Systems or Software Engineering processes and products
• Outstanding Communication skills, both verbally and written
• Experience working in an Agile development environment with Continuous Integration

Salary Range: $134,400 USD - $201,600 USD

Employees 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 https://www.saferfederalworkforce.gov/contractors/.

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 http://www.northropgrumman.com/EEO. U.S. Citizenship is required for most positions.