Staff SEIT Lead

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. The Foundational Systems Engineering team anticipates a near-term need for a Staff SEIT Lead to perform 100% on-site work at the Linthicum, MD location. As a member of this team, you will have the opportunity to support efforts on both concept and product development to deliver key solutions to our customers. This position covers a wide variety of aspects within the Systems Engineering domain, including mission engineering, requirements, architecture, modeling and simulation, integration and test, verification, and validation, and many more! What You’ll Get To Do: Lead technical management and execution of the SE team Plan, execute, and close out program reviews and milestones (e.g., SRR, PDR, CDR, TRR, etc.) Own the Systems Engineering content in the IMS and ensure that the content is correct, complete, achievable, and aligned with the program needs. Define the system definition in a Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) framework and ensure that the evolving model continues to comply with NG and customer expectations. Ensure system technical compliance with the program Statement of Work (SOW), system requirements, and manage scope control of technical team. Manage the vertical and horizontal technical integration throughout the product teams and program life cycle. Ensure the project team has qualified staff to execute the program core functions, including analytic modeling, specialty engineering, skill/mode development. Collect, manage, and report the program metrics and Technical Performance Measures (TPMs). Collect and provide required data for Northrop Grumman MS program reporting on engineering performance. Oversee configuration management of the overall Program Baseline. Serve as the cost account manager for the systems engineering team. Coordinate between the Chief Engineer, System Architect, EPM and Integrated Product Team Lead(s) to ensure the integrity and executability of the program technical baseline, including identification of technical debt and coordination of system/product componentry integration across the product teams. Manage risk and opportunity and the production of core engineering work products and track the work products and associated program dependencies in the program schedule. Serve as a primary technical interface with the customer for SEIT-related content. Oversee the establishment and execution of the program lifecycle and work products. Lead/support responses to proposal solicitations, including architecture definition, BOE generation, and written volume creation. As needed, articulate and execute proposal solicitations to potential subcontractors. Act as primary technical working group lead and interface with external parties; managing contractor giver-receivers, track actions, and manage technical team interactions. Drive process development, continuous improvement, and affordability initiatives within their associated programs. This position is contingent upon contract award, the successful transfer of an active U.S Government Secret Clearance and Special Program Access (SAP). Basic Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree with 12 years of experience, master's degree with 10 years of experience or Ph.D. with 8 years of experience in Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics, or related technical fields; an additional 4 years of experience may be considered in lieu of a degree. U.S Citizenship is required. A active U.S Government Secret Clearance. Ability to obtain Special Program Access (SAP). Experience serving as a SEIT Lead, Chief Engineer, or Engineering Program Manager on developmental programs, overseeing initiatives from proposal inception through Critical Design Review (CDR). Cost Account Management (CAM) experience, complemented by a solid working knowledge of Earned Value Management System (EVMS). Proven ability to communicate effectively to both technical and non technical audiences—delivering compelling presentations to internal and external stakeholders—while demonstrating decisive technical leadership and sound judgment even when information is limited. Preferred Qualifications: Advanced degrees in Science, Technology, Engineer, or Mathematics or other related technical fields. A active U.S Government Top Secret Clearance or higher. Experience with airborne RF sensor systems, both active and passive. Previous experience in leading geographically distributed team. Demonstrated ability to define, integrate, apply, manage, and merge MBSE models, both at the local level and also to customer-specified models. Previous success in program startup and program baselining activities. Risk and Opportunity Management experience. Understanding of DoD systems engineering requirements. Northrop Grumman provides a comprehensive benefits package and a work environment which encourages your growth and supports the mutual success of our people and our company. Northrop Grumman benefits give you the flexibility and control to choose the benefits that make the most sense for you and your family. Health Plan, Savings Plan, Paid Time Off and Additional Benefits including Education Assistance, Training and Development, 9/80 Work Schedule (where available), and much more! Northrop Grumman has approximately 90,000 employees in all 50 states and in more than 27 countries. We strive to attract and retain the best employees by providing an inclusive work environment wherein employees are receptive to diverse ideas, perspectives, and talents to help solve our toughest customer challenges: to develop and maintain some of the most technically sophisticated products, programs, and services in the world. Our Values. The women and men of Northrop Grumman Corporation are guided by Our Values. They describe our company as we want it to be. We want our decisions and actions to demonstrate these Values. We believe that putting Our Values into practice creates long-term benefits for shareholders, customers, employees, suppliers, and the communities we serve. Our Responsibility. At Northrop Grumman, we are committed to maintaining the highest ethical standards, embracing diversity and inclusion, protecting the environment, and striving to be an ideal corporate citizen in the community and in the world. Primary Level Salary Range: $169,000.00 - $253,600.00 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. 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. 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 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 U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions. RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: Yes CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the Time #J-18808-Ljbffr Northrop Grumman