Director of Design Engineering 2

About the Role

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 Defense Systems is looking for a Director of Design Engineering 2 for the Strategic Deterrent Systems (SDS) Division Engineering organization with a Design Engineering background and leadership experience. In this role, the selected leader will be responsible for the strategic oversight of 2 functional homeroom directorates driving common engineering processes, tools, and technical developmental and training resources in support of engineering employees and managers across the Division portfolio, and will directly manage 2 Design Engineering directors.

Locations: Roy UT, Huntsville AL, Colorado Springs CO, or Manhattan Beach CA

What You Will Get To Do

• Provide strategic oversight of 2 directorates enabling design engineering execution across the SDS Division portfolio of programs while reporting to the Strategic Deterrent Systems Division's Engineering Homeroom Vice President
• Direct the implementation of integrated design engineering process across the SDS Division, driving consistency and implementation across program/product teams at all national locations and multiple subcontractor locations
• Responsible for performance management direct-reports and organizational matrix of 500-1500 staff
• Responsible for allocation and management of directorate indirect budget for maximum program impact
• Create and deploy staff training campaign, prioritizing program execution and staff technical/professional development
• Technical ownership, compliance enforcement and continuous improvement of domain-related Principles and Operating Practice (PrOP)
• Oversee promotion, merit/bonus processes for subordinate tech for supported programs, ensuring consistency with sector schedule and guidelines
• Serve as delegation of authority (DOA) to FHR VP for program, division and/or sector activities as directed

What Success Looks Like

A successful candidate for this role will:

• Excel at organization and navigating ambiguity to drive clarity and inform and unite others
• Inspire a sense of urgency, ownership of tasks and accountability
• Recognize the importance of an intentional culture — both at an individualized and organizational level — with demonstrated commitment to and success in individual employee and broader organizational development
• Partner effectively across organizational lines to achieve goals and objectives; preferably with specific appreciation for the interactions across various engineering disciplines and roles and responsibilities on a complex DoD program
• Possess proven expertise in one or more engineering discipline, with associated technical accomplishments
• Be an oft-sought counsel, relied upon to solve unique problems and make sound engineering decisions
• Effectively communicate and inspire, both through verbal and written medium

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and a minimum 10 years of related experience or Master's Degree and 8 years of related experience
• Experience in a formal management/lead position
• Extensive CAM/P&L experience
• 3+ years experience with:
• Management experience leading a technical and complex program effort
  • Experience developing and administering budgets and standards of performance
  • Experience in developing and implementing technologies associated with production processes with efficient and sustainable implementation
• U.S. Citizenship with an Active Secret Clearance with investigation date/periodic review within last 5 years and ability to obtain program special access

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree or higher in engineering or related scientific discipline
• Experience standing up an organization and/or leading a major change initiative
• Active Top Secret clearance
• ICBM or complex aerospace systems experience
• Full lifecycle program execution experience
• Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) experience
• Design Engineering/Computer-aided Design (CAD) experience
• Prior experience interfacing with prime contractor site leads and USAF leadership personnel
• Experience leading the performance of tasks on schedule, at cost and achieving all requirements as either project lead, integrated program team or cost account manager

Compensation & Benefits

Salary Range: $184,600.00 - $320,500.00

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.

Benefits Package:

• Medical, Dental & Vision coverage
• 401k
• Educational Assistance
• Life Insurance
• Employee Assistance Programs & Work/Life Solutions
• Paid Time Off
• Health & Wellness Resources
• Employee Discounts

Work Schedule & Other Details

• Standard work schedule is a 9/80 (nine-hour day Monday through Thursday with every other Friday off)
• Travel: Yes, 25% of the time
• Clearance Type: Secret
• Relocation Assistance: May be available

Equal Opportunity

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.