Instrumentation Engineering Manager 2

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: Yes 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. Join Northrop Grumman on our continued mission to push the boundaries of possible across land, sea, air, space, and cyberspace. Enjoy a culture where your voice is valued and start contributing to our team of passionate professionals who provide real-life solutions to our world’s biggest challenges. We take pride in creating purposeful work and allowing our employees to grow and achieve their daily goals by Defining Possible. With our competitive pay and comprehensive benefits, we have the right opportunities to fit your life and launch your career today. We are looking for a designer with a solid design and test background to manage a Melbourne Flight Test Instrumentation Engineering team. The individual will help lead a team of Engineers and Technicians and will report daily to Melbourne, Fl. 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. As Test Instrumentation Section Manager, you will be responsible for program staffing, Test Readiness Reviews, leadership development, and knowledge retention for the organization. Additionally, you will be responsible for actively driving team engagement and collaboration, goal setting, performance feedback, and participation in department affordability strategy. Also, managing staff and technical activities, responsible for creating and managing schedules, spending plans, staffing plans, and developing proposals for future work. You will also prepare presentations/reports and routinely present status to senior leadership. Basic Qualifications: Must have a Bachelor of Science Degree in a STEM discipline AND 9 years of related professional / Military experience in Engineering OR a Master's degree in a STEM discipline AND 7 years of related professional / Military experience in Engineering Minimum of 5 years combined experience in any of the following: Flight Test Instrumentation, System Test, Systems Integration, Project Leadership, Hardware Design, Electrical Design Must have an active U.S. government Secret level clearance Ability to obtain U.S. government Top Secret Clearance Ability to obtain Program Special Access within a reasonable period, as determined by the company, to meet its business needs Preferred Qualifications: Solid technical understanding of instrumentation systems and architectures Excellent leadership, motivational, and communication skills Experience recruiting or hiring a diverse workforce Has proven experience taking on assignments to identify and solve issues proactively Ability to interface with all levels of functional and program management Demonstrated ability to plan and execute technical projects from inception through completion with the ability to manage several tasks/projects simultaneously Ability to manage cost, schedule, and technical performance of SOW elements Risk and opportunity management experience Customer relationship experience Proven ability to drive change within a complex environment We offer flexible work arrangements, phenomenal learning opportunities, exposure to a wide variety of projects and customers, and a very friendly inclusive environment! We are looking for self-motivated, proactive, and goal-oriented people to help us grow our services and become even better at what we do. At Northrop Grumman, we are on the cutting edge of innovation-- building the next generation of sophisticated aircraft to protect our country. Our diverse portfolio of programs means there are endless paths to cultivate your career. We are well-known for our inclusive, family environment, as well as our excellent work/life balance. We also offer exceptional benefits/healthcare, a 9/80 schedule, and a great 401K matching program. Primary Level Salary Range: $139,100.00 - $208,700.00 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. Existing Applicants: Need to update your contact information or email address? Once logged in, click on Candidate Home in the upper right corner and scroll to the bottom of that screen to see buttons for: Update Contact information to update your legal name, address, and phone number Edit Account Settings to edit your email address We are a pioneering company. With careers across all areas: air, cyber, land, sea and space – our 90,000 employees work as one to defend and define the future. Northrop Grumman careers and internships are as varied as your interests, with a lifetime of potential that will give you every opportunity to do your best work. Working together with people from many backgrounds, personal passions and disciplines, we share a drive to push the boundaries of science, technology and engineering to meet the ever evolving needs of our customers worldwide.