Manager 1 - Mechanical Engineering Design - Dulles

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available

CLEARANCE TYPE: None

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.

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 are making history.

Northrop Grumman Space Systems Sector designs, builds and delivers space and defense systems to customers around the world. Our main products include launch vehicles and related propulsion systems; missile products, subsystems and defense electronics; precision weapons, armament systems and ammunition; satellites and associated space components and services; and advanced aerospace structures.

The Vehicle and Mechanical Engineering team is seeking an entry to mid-level ME Design Engineering Manager to assist an experienced team of mechanical design engineers to perform mechanical systems and structures tasks on one or more spacecraft systems or subsystems.

The ME Design Engineering Manager will work with other engineering managers and program managers across the multiple business areas to develop and enhance critical technical capabilities that drive our businesses. The successful candidate will work closely with their direct reports and business area leaders to develop engineering talent, tools, and processes, while also working closely with peer departments in manufacturing, analysis, quality, and program management. The ME Design Engineering Manager will be responsible for delivering value primarily through expertise in structures design and fabrication in a team oriented and customer focused environment.

This position provides a broad, exciting leadership opportunity in high-growth, strategically important businesses for NG Vehicle and Mechanical Engineering. We are looking for a successful leader with exceptional people skills, one who is valued by employees and customers alike. Our ideal candidate will develop teams, can influence and motivate them to perform at higher levels, has excellent writing and verbal skills; must be highly influential in conversation and have a record of collaborative approach with peers/peer organizations. Specifically, the details of the position are the following:

Position Responsibilities:

• Performs as a working manager by being both an individual contributor and functional leader of a team (80-90% direct labor, 10-20% indirect labor) of 8-12 mechanical design engineers.
• Responsible for the technical performance and filling staffing demands of the Mechanical Design Engineering Group.
• Will be an individual contributor utilizing PTC Creo Parametric doing direct labor with regards to their mechanical structures specialty on critical programs - Support improvement initiatives, including employee engagement
• Work with the Senior Leadership to establish, maintain, encourage, and enforce common design practices, standards, and policies in the Mechanical Structures discipline
• Assist in hiring staff to establish and maintain a broad range of capabilities across the business area that meets the area’s overall needs and objectives
• Identify training for staff to support a broad range of capabilities across the company as well as employee growth
• Work collaboratively with Program Managers across NG facilities within the overall framework of the organization
• Be an active and engaged manager; know what programs employees are working on and the tasks they are performing on those programs
• Provide general management, mentorship, motivation, guidance, and support to assigned staff
• Support the Capital procurement process by recommending tools, equipment, and facilities, needed to support the organization
• Support Mechanical IRAD initiatives - Other duties as assigned.

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or equivalent and a minimum of 6 years' experience or 4 years with a Master's degree.
• Has demonstrated strengths in Structure Design and Manufacturing and highly proficient using PTC Creo Parametric, GD&T, ASME Standards, and other design engineering tools
• At least 5 years of managing or leading programs/projects
• Possess leadership skills to develop, organize and execute design activities, including building teams, and assessing technical performance
• Possess the ability to gain internal support, operate independently with limited supervision and feedback, and the ability to establish a solid working relationship with technical staff, division managers, and peers in the business areas.
• Ability to work full-time on-site at the Dulles campus or Colshire office.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Previous supervisory experience.
• Possess highly proficient PTC Creo CAD and Windchill skills to best represent the design group with a strong technical knowledge base
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Extensive experience with the fundamentals of spacecraft layout and design
• Active DoD TS Clearance or ability to obtain one.

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 www.northropgrumman.com/EEO.U.S. Citizenship is required for most positions.

Primary Level Salary Range: $121,000.00 - $181,600.00

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 http://www.northropgrumman.com/EEO. U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.