Senior Engineering Director

Requisition ID: R10172264

Category: Engineering

Location: Baltimore, Maryland, United States of America

Clearance Type: Secret

Telecommute: No - Teleworking not available for this position

Shift: 1st Shift (United States of America)

Travel Required: Yes, 25% of the Time

Relocation Assistance: Relocation assistance may be available

Positions Available: 1

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. 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.

Northrop Grumman Mission Systems is seeking a Senior Engineering Director. This position will be located in Baltimore, MD and will lead the Airborne Sensors Engineering team, reporting to the AMS E&S Vice President. As the Senior Engineering Director, this position will be responsible for leading a highly dynamic, growing multi-discipline engineering team of approximately 1,000 employees.

What you’ll get to do:

1. Lead the technical roadmap strategy development
2. Ensure the business is appropriately staffed and enable resource sharing across multiple business areas
3. Lead strategic actions to improve the business of engineering
4. Work with cross-discipline engineering team members across programs
5. Drive engineering strategy and practice, pertinent to all the E&S AMS portfolio, including but not limited to investments, talent strategy, etc.
6. Grow the headcount with continued, strong focus on retention efforts, engagement initiatives, critical skills/critical needs, and diversity
7. Drive key talent development and workforce planning efforts
8. Elevate engineering rigor, build consensus and resolve conflict
9. Drive predictable financial and program results
10. Prioritize engineering investments aligned with strategic imperatives
11. Demonstrate thought leadership on digital transformation
12. Collaborate with business area leadership, and other functional partners to resolve complex issues in a timely manner to help meet program commitments

This position is contingent upon successful transfer of an active DoD Secret Clearance.

Basic Qualifications:

1. Bachelor's degree with 12 years of experience, a Master's degree with 10 years of experience, or a PhD with 8 years of experience in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics or other related technical fields.
2. U.S Citizenship is required.
3. A final active DoD Secret Clearance is required.
4. 10 years of experience in the defense or aerospace industries.
5. 5 years demonstrated success managing/leading multiple engineering technical teams across programs.
6. 5 years of experience working in a technical role.
7. Proven experience as a team player and collaborator.
8. Experience with engineering in multiple program phases.
9. Knowledge of engineering processes with execution experience.

Preferred Qualifications:

1. Advanced degrees in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics or other related technical fields.
2. Active DoD Top Secret/SCI Clearance or higher.
3. Program management experience.
4. Success as leader of large functional organization.
5. Experience managing large control accounts.
6. Experience with product line management.
7. Proven success in creating and executing affordability initiatives.

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.

Salary Range: $218,300 - $327,500

Northrop Grumman is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.