Global Hawk Foreign Military Sales Sub-Ipt Lead Manager 3

US CITIZENSHIP REQUIRED FOR THIS POSITION: Yes
RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available
CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret
TRAVEL: Yes, 25% 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 is seeking a successful candidate to fill a leadership role as the Foreign Military Sales (FMS) Sub-IPT (Integrated Product Team) Lead Manager 3 for Mission Systems as a part of the RQ-4 enterprise. The FMS portfolio on RQ-4 consists of Japan and Republic of Korea (ROK) Global Hawk programs. The FMS Sub-IPT manager is responsible for the technical execution of dozens of contracts as well as the form, fit, and function of RQ-4 communications systems, mission processors, sensors, networks, and ground control systems equipment. The manager is accountable to the Mission Systems IPT Lead for managing the technical baseline within cost and schedule constraints, and to the Avionics Integration functional discipline for compliance with engineering practices and procedures. This position is located in Rancho Bernardo, CA OR may consider hybrid schedule with regular travel to Rancho Bernardo, CA.
Essential Functions:

• Manages a team of ~20 engineers and technical professionals on the day-to-day execution of FMS contracts.
• Oversee the design, development, manufacture/procurement, and sustainment of mission systems equipment and related special test equipment. Includes generation of technical documentation (e.g., performance specifications, interface control documents, test plans/reports, design review packages, trade studies, white papers, etc.) and supplier statements of work and related documentation.
• Manage FMS Sub-IPT teamwork product performance throughout all program/project phases (e.g., proposals, planning, execution, & closeout) and over the complete product lifecycle. Ensure high quality technical products are completed within project cost & schedule constraints.
• Manage staffing in collaboration with Functional Home Room (FHR) to ensure sufficient staff levels and appropriate skillsets are available to support each BA's statement of work.
• Lead the team to resolve critical technical issues affecting operations and/or mission availability. Develop and maintain a robust understanding of end user needs and ensure actions are taken to address them.
• Provide technical oversight of Supplier Management Teams and take ownership of supplier performance.

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics) discipline from an accredited university with 9 years of experience; Master's Degree in STEM with 7 years of experience or PhD in STEM with 5 years of experience.
• Previous Cost Account Management & EVMS duties and responsibilities.
• Supplier Management Training and understanding of concepts.
• Experience with concept definition, design and development, integration & test, and production of payloads, networks, communications, and ground control systems for use on air or space platforms.
• Must have an active DoD secret or higher clearance (with a background investigation completed within the last 6 years or currently enrolled into Continuous Evaluation)
• Must have the ability to obtain and maintain Special Access Program (SAP) clearance.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master's Degree in Electrical Engineering (EE) from an accredited university with 10 years of experience or PhD in EE with 7 years of experience.
• Previous Supplier Management experience and proven success working with customer.
• Proven experience in managing modernization or sustainment programs, setting & operating to objectives & providing guidance to subordinates based on goals, objectives & company policy.
• Knowledge/experience of NSA policies and directives for encrypted communication systems.
• Experience in digital engineering tools and methods, including model-based systems engineering, iterative modeling & simulation, and Agile product development.
• Current DoD Top Secret/SCI Security Clearance.

Salary Range: $164,200.00 - $271,000.00
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.