Requisition ID: R10182054- Category: Engineering
- Location: Melbourne, Florida, United States of America
- Clearance Type: Secret
- Telecommute: No- Teleworking not available for this position
- Shift: 1st Shift (United States of America)
- Travel Required: Yes, 25 of the Time
- Relocation Assistance: Relocation assistance may be available
- Positions Available: 1
At Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportunities to work on revolutionary systems that impact peoples 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 nations 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, theyre making history. Please note that this opportunity is contingent on program funding. Start dates are determined after funding confirmation.
Northrop Grumman Aeronautics Systems (AS) sector is seeking an Air Vehicle (AV) Chief Engineer for program integration and execution. This key leadership role is based out of Melbourne, FL.
The selected candidate is responsible for the technical baseline development and control of the air vehicle component of a major weapon system. This includes responsibility and accountability in the following areas: airframe design and structural analysis, air vehicle subsystems (electrical, hydraulic, ECS, fuel, alighting gear, flight controls, mechanisms, etc.) requirements and integration, and propulsion integration. The individual will in partner with the Program engineering organization and Execution IPTs to support the design of the air vehicle aligned to performance requirements as well as associated verification testing. Emphasis is placed on design development and release management across a complete weapon system including various required test articles. Additional experience with air vehicle supplier management and supplier issue resolution to maintain technical and program performance. Recent and relevant experience in Model Based System Engineering and understanding of digital threads, digital twins, and integration across air vehicle, software, and avionics design and analysis tools.
Successful leadership of this organization requires the ability to drive quality and efficiency through development and deployment of world-class people, processes, tools, and products. The Air Vehicle Chief Engineer will be responsible for leading the AV program organization by championing diversity, equity, and inclusion to foster a high-performing, motivated, and engaged culture. This leader will also be responsible for establishing the vision and strategy for the AV program organization and collaborating broadly up and across AS engineering leadership in pursuit of collective business objectives.
Key Responsibilities include:
Drive improved employee engagement and appreciation through verbal, written, and tangible recognition, events, and personal interactions
Oversee program/project reviews, independent technical reviews, NCTA and indirect activities, process improvement plans, proposal review and signoff, and capital planning and management
Support the yearly cycles for promotions, merits, and bonuses that affordably balances the experience base across the organization, and achieves retention objectives
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:
Experience in a technical leadership and technical management roles – inclusive of technical baseline management (including product support) as chairman of the Technical Review Board (TRB), leading and ensuring major technical reviews (SRR, SFR, PDR, CDR, TRR, FRR), safety of flight and airworthiness approval, and technical risk, TPMs, and opportunity management
Your ability to transfer and maintain the final adjudicated government Secret clearance, and any program access(es) required for the position within a reasonable period of time, as determined by the company, and the ability to obtain a Top Secret clearance
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience in air vehicle development including structural design/analysis, loads and dynamics, aero performance, hydraulics, ECS, propulsion, landing gear, fuel systems, and flight controls. Includes supplier management for procured subsystems.
Experience and understanding of best practices in program management, configuration data management, manufacturing, and product support
Experience across lifecycles including Research and Design, Product Development or New Product Introduction, Production, and Sustainment
Salary Range: $203,000 - $304,400
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 candidates experience, education, skills and current spanet conditions.
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 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 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 all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.
