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Systems Engineer Level 5- Airframe IPT Lead

Northrop Grumman · Chandler, AZ · 1 wk ago
On-siteInformation Technology$153k–$229k/yrFull-time

Relocation assistance may be available. This position requires an active US Government Secret Security Clearance and the ability to obtain Special Program Access (SAP). Travel is required, up to 10% of the time.

About the role

Northrop Grumman - Launch Vehicles Division is seeking a Systems Engineer Level 5 - Airframe IPT Lead in Chandler, Arizona. This high-visibility role requires a technical and leadership expert to guide multi-disciplinary engineering teams in designing, integrating, and delivering cutting-edge airframe designs for hypersonic environments. The ideal candidate will possess exceptional mechanical design and manufacturing expertise, a deep understanding of hypersonic system challenges, and proven program management abilities to balance cost, schedule, and quality.

Responsibilities

  • Drive Mechanical Design Excellence: Lead a dedicated team of engineers, overseeing all facets of design, manufacturing, and test planning to ensure airframe maturity.
  • Deliver to Schedule and Cost: Serve as the central authority driving the Integrated Master Schedule, balancing all technical, schedule, cost, and resources to ensure successful PDR. Maintain central authority for EVMS management and ensure the team balances priorities effectively.
  • Champion Mass Control: Act as the technical authority for all kill vehicle mass allocation, ensuring all design decisions align with kill vehicle mass targets for accurate modeling and simulation runs.
  • Ensure Design Readiness: Oversee design releases to support timely procurement order placements.
  • Coordinate Tech Maturation: Manage all technical maturation events, including arcjet and structural design verification tests.
  • Apply Systems Thinking: Maintain a holistic view of the program, understanding how every airframe design choice impacts the overall performance and mission success of the GPI.
  • Collaborate with Partners: Facilitate teamwork and alignment across internal teams and external partners, ensuring clear communication on risks and trade-offs.
  • Serve as Customer and Government Focal Point: Act as the primary customer and government focal point for all questions related to the airframe assembly, ensuring tight coordination with all domestic partners.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree with 12 years of experience, master's degree with 10 years of experience, or Ph.D. with 8 years of experience in Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics, or related technical fields. An additional 4 years of experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.
  • U.S. Citizenship is required.
  • Active US Government Secret Security Clearance.
  • Ability to obtain Special Program Access (SAP).
  • Experience leading technical teams.
  • Understanding of DoD systems engineering requirements.
  • Experience as Integrated Product Team (IPT) Lead, Technical Lead, or other leadership role in a program office or Engineering function with demonstrated team building, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
  • Experience with the technical development and direction for many aspects of engineering on a program, including design, development, implementation, testing, and delivery of product to a customer.
  • Experience with developing and executing project schedules.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Advanced degree in Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics, or other related technical fields.
  • Active US Government Top Secret Security Clearance or higher, SAP access(es), and/or SCI access.
  • Exceptional communication skills.
  • Interest in and aptitude for customer engagements at technical and programmatic levels.
  • Experience as a Control Account Manager (CAM) managing Earned Value Management System (EVMS) projects.
  • Domain expertise in defense sensor systems.
  • Experience with the technical development and direction for all aspects of engineering on a program, including design, development, implementation, testing, and delivery of product to a customer.
  • Experience coordinating with external subcontractors, primes, and/or suppliers.

Pay

Primary Level Salary Range: $152,900.00 - $229,300.00. 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.

Benefits

Northrop Grumman offers a comprehensive Total Rewards and benefits package designed to help employees thrive at work and in life. Benefits include health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, savings plan, Company paid holidays, and paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business.

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