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Form of workUS CITIZENSHIP REQUIRED FOR THIS POSITION: Yes
RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available
CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret
TRAVEL: 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 has an opening for an Engineering Manager 1 to join our team of qualified, diverse individuals within our Test and Evaluation organization. This leadership role is located in Palmdale, CA or EAFB, CA.
The selected candidate will be a shift supervisor leading the Instrumentation Technician's Team. The incumbent's primary responsibility will be the day-to-day execution of Flight Test priorities and statement of work (SOW). The selected individual must have the technical and soft skills that will enable them to lead the technician team through all facets of the SOW, from fabrication to installation. Candidate must be able and willing to execute in a multifaceted role, willing to collaborate with engineering, functional, and business team members located in multiple sites across the country. This position requires a broad skillset in the area of instrumentation, electrical harness assembly, mechanical assembly and installation, and sensor operations. Desire to work in a fast-paced work environment and excellent communication skills are essential.
Functional responsibilities include:
- Coaching and developing team members, primarily but not limited to Technicians.
- Employee performance evaluations
- Timecard approvals
- Team building, interviews and candidate down select.
- Executing special assignments in support of FHR as well as Program requests
- Coordinate with Engineering Managers and FHR developing and Skill development.
Program/Technical execution responsibilities:
- Track and/or manage multiple projects
- Lead team thru execution of tasks supporting multiple programs
- Forecast staffing and resource management
- Develop, implement, and maintain quality management plan for the instrumentation team
- Participate in various general technical Interchange discussions
- Work planning and tracking
- Facilitate / coordinate communications across sites, customers, vendors, and suppliers
- Assist in identifying and communicating changes/drivers to the SOW
As a leader, you always act with integrity, and the highest ethical standards characterize everything you do. You enable your team to achieve predictable and balanced results, while satisfying the needs of internal and external partners. You treat all people with respect, and you model personal growth and continuous development. You know how to build an inclusive environment that attracts, retains, and inspires a diverse and engaged team. You develop trusted and valued customer relationships and communicate effectively, so that people throughout the organization feel engaged and connected to their work. You deliver excellence, strive for continuous improvement and respond vigorously to change.
The selected Candidate must be willing to work various shifts depending on the business needs: 4x10 schedule (Mon-Thurs) 1st shift; 4x10 (Mon-Thurs) 2nd shift; 3x10 schedule (Fri, Sat, Sun) 1st shift; 3x10 schedule Fri, Sat, Sun) 2nd shift.
Basic Qualifications:
- Must have a Bachelor's Degree of Science in a STEM discipline AND 3 years of aerospace work experience OR High School Diploma and 7 seven years of aerospace work experience in lieu of a degree.
- Must have an active In-Scope Secret Clearance (investigation within last 5 years)
- Must have ability to obtain and maintain Program Access (PAR) within a reasonable period, as determined by the company to meet its business needs.
- Minimum of 1 year of experience with aircraft maintenance/operations
- Working knowledge of Tech Orders and related maintenance documentation
Preferred Qualifications:
- Flight Test Instrumentation Experience
- Ability to develop relationships and operate in a collaborative team environment.
- Active DoD Secret Clearance, in scope within the last 6 years
- Project management experience
Salary Range: $115,000.00 - $172,600.00
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.
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.
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.
