Director of Engineering
| Company | Northrop Grumman |
|---|---|
| Location | Halethorpe, MD, USA |
| Salary | $188600 – $282800 |
| Type | Full-Time |
| Degrees | Bachelor’s, Master’s, PhD |
| Experience Level | Senior, Expert or higher |
Requirements
- 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, Engineer, or Mathematics or other related technical fields.
- U.S Citizenship is required.
- A current/ active DoD Secret Clearance is required prior to start with the ability to obtain/maintain an active DoD Top Secret/SCI with Special Program Access (SAP) after start.
- Minimum of 5 years demonstrated success managing people
- Minimum of 5 years demonstrated success leading large, diverse technical teams preferably in either program profit and loss or integrated product teams
- Experience must include any combination of Systems, Software, Hardware, Digital, or Cyber engineering disciplines within the defense or aerospace industries
- Experience must include a high proficiency in technical problem solving to include decomposition, root cause analysis, solution development, implementation and monitoring, as well as experience in multiple program phases
- Demonstrated knowledge of hiring, staffing, engineering metrics and training resources, processes, and tools
- Solid understanding of engineering process with execution experience, including working familiarity with ISO 9001, AS9100, and CMMI.
Responsibilities
- Accountable for engineering cost, schedule, and technical performance through oversight of engineering reviews, Root Cause and Corrective Actions (RCCAs) activities, engineering metrics, audits, and general program execution.
- Oversee bid and proposal inputs for future work, independent technical reviews of major programs, and overseeing IRAD and CRAD efforts.
- Support hiring goals through network events, interviewing, and intern/Pathway placements. Understanding workforce management tool (currently WLF) to make certain programs are staffed as effectively and efficiently as possible. Be creative in solutions such as engaging remote site and use of contract labor.
- Identify skills mix based on business needs and forecast needs for experienced hires, college graduates, and interns. Build and execute strategy for full life-cycle talent management; hire, retain, deploy, and develop diverse teams.
- Manage indirect spending to meet overhead ratio and utilization goals.
- Build diverse and inclusive teams with high levels of engagement through knowledge sharing, mentoring and coaching. Encourage pervasive knowledge base building that supports new hire acclimation and succession needs.
- Initiate and implement initiatives to improve processes and performance using new tools and best practices.
Preferred Qualifications
- Advanced degrees in Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics, or other related technical fields
- Active DoD Top Secret/SCI Clearance or higher
- Experience with successfully transitioning technology from lower Technology Readiness Levels (TRL) to higher TRLs required for subsequent Engineering and Manufacturing Development (EMD) and/or Low-Rate Initial Production (LRIP) program phases
- Experience leading large functional teams across multiple locations
- Experience with product line management and product line engineering