Northrop Grumman Space Systems—Missile Defense Integration offers an excellent opportunity for a Staff Engineer Systems – C2BMC Solution Chief (26-121) to join our team of talented and diverse professionals. Based in Colorado Springs, CO, or Huntsville, AL, this role is essential to supporting the U.S. President, the Secretary of Defense, and combatant commanders at the strategic, regional, and operational levels.
This position does not provide relocation assistance and requires on-site work with no remote options.
Position Overview:
The Command, Control, Battle Management, and Communications (C2BMC) program is a crucial component of the Missile Defense System. It is a vital operational tool that allows the U.S. president, the secretary of defense, and combatant commanders at the strategic, regional, and operational levels to systematically plan ballistic missile defense operations, collectively monitor the battle, and dynamically control networked sensors and weapon systems to meet global and regional mission objectives. C2BMC supports layered missile defense capabilities that enable an optimized response to threats across all ranges and flight phases. It acts as a force multiplier by networking, integrating, and synchronizing autonomous sensor and weapon systems and operations worldwide and regionally to enhance performance. C2BMC is vital for all ground and flight tests that verify and demonstrate the current and future abilities of missile defense systems.
The Solution Chief is the Technical Authority and Chief Engineer for Spiral 8.2-7, providing engineering direction and oversight to Agile Release Trains while building strong relationships with internal and external customer technical staff. This position requires proven communication skills, extensive collaboration in planning and execution, quick issue resolution, and a focus on building confidence and cohesion within the C2BMC National Team. As the overall lead, technical expert, and point of contact for the baseline on the Solutions Management Team, the chosen candidate will assist the Solution Manager in identifying, establishing, and integrating the capabilities needed within the scope of work.
Essential Functions:
Will oversee the planning and execution of experimentation, digital design, enterprise development, integration, testing, analysis, and deployment of capabilities
Applies and/or develops highly advanced technologies, scientific principles, theories, and concepts; often works independently to resolve issues related to the development and implementation of operational programs
Plans R&D programs and suggests technological application solutions to achieve long-term goals
Typically serve as the main spokesperson to customers about the company's capabilities and future initiatives
The chosen candidate is responsible for overseeing all activities in accordance with established compliance requirements and program operating documentation
This includes managing, identifying, documenting, and addressing risks and opportunities
Equally important will be the focus on a continuous improvement strategy that puts into practice activities such as lessons learned, causal analysis, process improvement initiatives, and best practices aligned with the program vision
Proven leadership in developing large-scale software programs
Ability to quickly shape, adapt, and align customer needs with overall goals in a rapidly changing environment
Technical expertise and depth in process development skills, including vision and strategy generation and execution, as well as the ability to communicate effectively with internal and external customers, leaders, and development teams
Knowledge of Technical Performance Measures and experience in identifying, developing, and advancing program success through metrics
Basic Qualifications:
Please list your current security clearance and IAT or relevant certifications on your resume, if applicable.
A Bachelor’s Degree in STEM Computer Science, System Engineering, Mathematics, Physics, or a related field from an accredited university, along with 12 years of experience; or a Master’s degree (preferred) in a STEM-related field with 10 years of relevant work experience; or a PhD in a related discipline with 8 years of relevant work experience
Applicants must have a current, active in-scope DoD-issued Top Secret security clearance at the time of application, which is required to start with the eligibility to be read onto SCI
Must have experience with digital lifecycle best practices using emerging processes within communities of practice (e.g., AGILE, DEVSECOPS, MBSE, Model-Based Test, Automated Test)
Willingness to travel 10% of the time for business needs
Experience with extensive, multi-domain level C2 systems and their evolution
Previous leadership experience in the C2 domain with proven skills in software development
Experience demonstrating a high level of ingenuity, creativity, and resourcefulness
Previous managerial or leadership experience and relevant skills
Previous experience as customer advocate with the ability to work within a multi-faceted, multi-company team environment
Experienced in the complete program development life cycle, including emerging digital environments for requirements, hardware, software, firmware, components, products, systems, integration, testing, operations, and sustainment
CO: $161,400 - $241,400
AL: $169,000 - $253,600
What We Can Offer You:
Northrop Grumman provides a comprehensive benefits package and a work environment that promotes your growth, supporting both employees and the company's success. The benefits at Northrop Grumman are flexible and customizable, allowing you to choose options that best suit your needs and your family's. Your benefits will include the following:
Health Plan
Savings Plan
Paid Time Off
Education Assistance
Training and Development
Flexible Work Arrangements
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Primary Level Salary Range: $161,000.00 - $253,000.00The 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.