RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available
CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: No
CLEARANCE TYPE: SCI
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.
We are looking for you to join our team as a Systems Engineering Section Manager based in McClellan, CA.
Northrop Grumman Mission Systems is seeking a dynamic Systems Engineering Section Manager to lead a high‑performing team of Systems Engineers. The role reports to the Department Manager (20 % of the time) for functional staff management and spends the remaining 80 % executing the technical Statement of Work.
This is an on‑site position in McClellan, CA and will eventually require a current TS/SCI clearance.
What You'll Get to Do:
Key Responsibilities
- Resource Planning & Staffing – Forecast engineering manpower, allocate resources to meet program schedules, and adjust staffing plans as demand changes.
- Talent Development – Build mentorship programs, identify growth opportunities, and support career progression for team members.
- Performance Management – Set clear goals, gather continuous feedback, conduct annual performance reviews, administer compensation decisions, and resolve personnel issues.
- Strategic Vision & Execution – Translate the department’s strategic plan into actionable objectives; champion a growth‑mindset culture.
- Program Review Support – Prepare functional responses for System Requirements Reviews (SRR), Preliminary Design Reviews (PDR), Critical Design Reviews (CDR), Test Readiness Review (TRR), and other milestones; contribute technical content to proposals and bid packages.
- Personnel Management – Authorize work assignments, lead recruitment efforts, and manage hiring, onboarding, and salary reviews for section staff.
- Cross‑Functional Coordination – Align engineering activities with broader functional initiatives, enforce consistent standards, and disseminate best practices across the organization.
Basic Qualifications
- Education & Experience – Bachelor’s degree in a STEM discipline and at least 9 years of systems, aerospace, mechanical, or electrical engineering experience OR a Master’s degree in a STEM discipline and at least 7 years of relevant experience.
- Systems Engineering Expertise – Recent, demonstrable experience applying modern systems‑engineering processes (e.g., requirement management, verification & validation, risk management; integration and test)
- Security Clearance – Ability to obtain and maintain a TS/SCI clearance.
Preferred Qualifications
- Advanced STEM degree (Ph.D. or specialized M.S.).
- Prior leadership experience in systems engineering, managing a team of five or more engineers.
- Familiarity with Earned Value Management System (EVMS) and its application to aerospace programs.
- Experience working in a military aerospace development environment.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills; comfortable interfacing with all levels of staff and senior leadership.
- Active TS/SCI clearance.
What We Can Offer You:
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!
Primary Level Salary Range: $161,100.00 - $241,700.00
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 http://www.northropgrumman.com/EEO. U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.