Capability Maturation & Development - Engineering Execution Section Lead

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available

CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: Yes

CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret

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.

Northrop Grumman Mission System’s Engineering and Sciences (E&S) Baltimore and Partnered Sites (BaPs) Division is seeking a Capability Maturation & Development - Engineering Execution Section Lead to join our team of qualified and diverse individuals. This position will be in Baltimore, MD, and is a full time on site role.

What You’ll Get to Do:
The individual will be the direct liaison to the Capability Maturation & Development (CMAD) Director within the Emerging Capability Development Business Unit. The role leads a cross‑functional team of Chief Engineers, Engineering Program Managers, and SEIT Leads, overseeing end‑to‑end program execution throughout the CMAD operating unit. It works closely with Engineering Discipline leadership and Program Management, while also partnering with Manufacturing, Supply Chain, and Mission Assurance to meet key program milestones. Reporting to the Engineering Execution Lead, the incumbent is accountable for technical performance, staffing, root‑cause analysis, engineering metrics, process rigor, proposal support, C101 sign‑off, and the development of CEACs for all programs within the OU. Some travel may be required to locations where CMAD programs are being executed. In addition, this role may take on a program leadership position.

• Oversee engineering execution across the CMAD portfolio of product lines as the lead for all execution activities, including NCTA.

• Lead a cross functional engineering leadership team during proposal, design, build, and delivery phases of CMAD product lines.

• Maintain awareness of engineering challenges across multiple programs and ensure robust risk mitigation plans are in place.

• Interpret statements of work assigned by program leadership and decompose across program areas.

• Provide technical leadership by ensuring the delivery of engineering commitments related to cost, schedule, and technical quality.

• Institute rigorous performance reviews, proactive issue tracking, and standardized processes w/ BaPS to ensure consistent engineering excellence within the CMAD area.

• Review programs budgets and schedules, including Earned Value Management System (EVMS), critical path management, Estimates at Completion (EACs), and workload forecasts and offer guidance to your team

• Interface with engineering discipline sections to secure team staffing.

• Brief internal and customer leadership on the progress of assigned work & programs

• Perform in a fast paced work environment with high expectations, diverse assignments, and collaborative team settings.

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree with 10 years of experience, a master’s degree with 8 years of experience, or a PhD with 6 years of experience in Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics or related technical fields.

• U.S Citizenship is required.

• A current/active DoD Secret Clearance.

• Ability to obtain/maintain an active DoD Top Secret Clearance.

• Ability to obtain Special Program Access (SAP).

• 5 years of progressive engineering experience in the aerospace, defense, or related high technology sectors.

• 5 years of experience directing multi–function engineering teams to achieve common goals, including planning, risk management, and project performance.

• Proven ability to manage budgets, schedules, and complex technical programs.

• Experience as a Technical lead (e.g. Chief Engineer, SEIT Lead, EPM) in a multi-disciplinary engineering team environment.

• Experience as a Control Account Manager (CAM) managing EVMS projects.

• Experience with staffing, engineering metrics, training resources, processes, and tools.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Advanced degrees in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics or related technical fields.

• Active DoD Top Secret Clearance or higher.

• Experience as an engineering leader with direct reports.

• Prior program management experience

• Desired Technical Experiences:

• Delivering complex embedded hardware/software solutions on time and within budget in an Agile environment.

• ASIC packaging into MCM and AD/DA sampling.

• Camera/EOIR technology.

• Integrated circuit design verification and tapout.

• Developing product lines and technology roadmaps.

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.

Your benefits will include the following: 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 of 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: $167,500.00 - $276,500.00

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.