Section Manager IPT Lead

Relocation assistance may be available. Requires an active DoD Secret clearance to start. Travel is approximately 10% of the time.

About the Role

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. Our culture thrives on intellectual curiosity, cognitive diversity, and bringing your whole self to work. As Section Manager and Cost Account Manager (CAM) / Integrated Product Team (IPT) lead, you will manage a staff of engineers and lead the execution of a specific domain of a larger program focused on inertial measurement and navigation systems. This role is on-site in Woodland Hills, CA.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and manage the engineering design, development, test, and integration of hardware and software products/subsystems.
• Track and report cost and schedule performance (CAM duties) for Systems Engineering Integration and Test for electrical and mechanical design teams.
• Own the overall technical quality and performance for the engineering content of the assigned scope of work.
• Ensure adherence to sound engineering processes in development, production, test, and sustainment in accordance with company policies and quality standards.
• Serve as the interface to the Program Manager, SEIT Lead, Chief Engineer, and other IPT leads to coordinate technical and programmatic status and issues.
• Coordinate staffing requirements with Engineering Discipline/Department Managers to ensure proper skill mix for IPT activities.
• Project planning using a resource-loaded Integrated Master Schedule (IMS) aligned to overall program milestones.
• Meet cost account budget, schedule, and technical performance for assigned scope of work; coordinate with CAM and understand EVMS.
• Prepare cost and schedule Configuration Control Board (CCB) packages for baseline change approval.
• Manage scope and align to contract and statement of work requirements.
• Form tiger teams to address issues with disciplined root cause and corrective actions.
• Perform risk management, mitigations, and interface with risk boards.
• Develop resource plans and forecasting, including product roadmaps.
• Prepare and deliver presentations to technical review boards.
• Communicate and report status to program leadership and management.

Section Manager Responsibilities

• Manage a team of engineers as their functional supervisor, including hiring and assignment management to meet program and business demands.
• Partner with program leadership to meet forecasted needs and ensure appropriate skill mix, capacity, and succession pipeline.
• Conduct performance management, including setting expectations, providing feedback, and supporting quarterly performance reviews.
• Develop, mentor, and coach engineers to grow technical depth, leadership capabilities, and career progression.
• Cultivate a culture of high-quality engineering work products, including peer reviews and adherence to engineering standards.
• Foster an inclusive, collaborative, and accountable team environment aligned with company values.

Requirements

• 8 years of engineering experience with a Bachelor’s of Science in a STEM discipline; 6 years with a Master’s; 4 years with a PhD.
• Minimum of five (5) years’ experience in a systems engineering, integration, and/or test environment.
• Minimum two (2) years’ experience with Earned Value Management System (EVMS) principles or as a Cost Account Manager (CAM).
• Experience leading, managing, or supervising engineering staff (e.g., as a functional manager or section lead).
• Experience in all aspects of the engineering process, from requirements analysis through verification testing.
• Experience with Quantifiable Backup Data (QBD), waterfall, and/or Agile development processes.
• Experience with Product Lifecycle Management, Configuration Management, and Model-Based Engineering environments.
• Experience presenting to various levels of leadership and in proposal/new business capture conforming to FAR and DFAR.
• Prior team leadership in DoD programs.
• Proficiency in technical problem-solving, including decomposition, root cause analysis, and solution development.
• Proven planning, organizational, and communication skills.
• Active DoD Secret clearance.

Preferred Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience as a Section Manager or functional leader, including hiring and performance management.
• Master’s degree in a relevant technical or management specialty.
• Familiarity with navigation systems.
• Project Management Professional (PMP) Certification.
• Experience transforming legacy processes to more efficient, streamlined, digital capabilities.
• Experience with Jira, Confluence, Doors, Cameo, and other project management toolsets.
• Active DoD Top Secret clearance.
• Demonstrated ability to prioritize multiple tasks and interact effectively across all levels of the organization.

Pay

Primary level salary range: $146,600.00 - $219,800.00. The above range represents a general guideline; base salary offers consider the scope and responsibilities of the position, as well as 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 and company results. Employees in Vice President or Director positions may be eligible for Long Term Incentives.

Benefits

• Health insurance coverage.
• Life and disability insurance.
• Savings plan.
• Company-paid holidays and paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business.