Lead Systems Engineer for Glide Phase Interceptor Program

2 days ago


Chandler, Arizona, United States Northrop Grumman Full time

At Northrop Grumman, we are at the forefront of technological advancements in our nation's history. Our pioneering and inventive spirit has enabled us to revolutionize systems that impact people's lives around the world today, and for generations to come.

Job Overview

We are seeking an experienced candidate to lead the Office of the Chief Engineer (OCE) for the Glide Phase Interceptor (GPI) program within the Launch Vehicles business unit in Chandler, AZ. This position reports to the Launch Vehicles Business Unit Chief Engineer and works in concert with the GPI Program Management team to execute program objectives.

Salary Range

The estimated salary for this position is $175,600 - $263,400 per year, commensurate with experience. Employees may be eligible for a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay.

About the Role

As the leader of the OCE, you will manage a staff of product-specific Chief Engineers and hold primary technical responsibility for the program. You will partner with Program Engineering Managers (PEMs) and Chief Engineers to achieve efficient, effective, and innovative engineering solutions that fully comply with customer requirements.

This role includes:

  • Co-leading the development and execution of technical reviews
  • Helping ensure proper allocation and coordination of engineering resources through the program IPT structure
  • Supporting Program Management with broad technical experience and down-and-in technical guidance to support PEMs and product-specific chief engineers
  • Acting as the primary technical interface to the customer, maintaining strong working relationships, and providing timely communication and engaging to resolve technical questions posed by the customer

You will also:

  • Support high-rate production through design-to-cost initiatives
  • Deliver quick and thorough resolution of non-conformances and other challenges that might arise, including leading failure investigations and presentation of findings to internal and customer review boards
  • Act as a motive force to implement Digital Transformation efforts
  • Bring mature engineering leadership to the coordination and performance of internal reviews like ERB, CCB, IFRR, and design reviews
Required Qualifications

This position requires 16+ years of related experience with a Bachelor's of Science in Engineering; 14+ years with a Master's; 12+ years with a PhD. Position requires 100% on-site presence. Must have an active U.S. Government DoD Top Secret security clearance at time of application, current and within scope.

Preferred Qualifications

This position prefers a BS degree in Engineering plus 20 (twenty) years of related experience. Familiarity with the MDA organization and its methods of technical execution and review. Experience with multiple types of launch platforms. Experience with tactical execution of field operations. Experience with the functional management of PEMs and Chief Engineers. Supervisory or management responsibilities for projects engaged in research and/or product development in more than one engineering discipline.

About Us

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.



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