Deputy Site Lead - Sr Principal Engineer- 5th Fleet

Northrop Grumman; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 432,000 - 647,000; Full time

Job summary

Northrop Grumman is seeking an experienced technical professional to lead and manage the Triton MQ-4C Maintenance/FSE Team supporting U.S. Navy forces at an overseas location.

The Deputy Site Lead oversees field service engineers performing software upgrades, testing, and flight/maintenance operations for the MQ-4C Triton UAS. The role requires coordinating with IPTs, ensuring safety and program procedures, and possibly attaining qualifications for Air Vehicle/GSEG systems.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in a STEM field and 8 years of related engineering experience, or a Master’s degree with 6 years.
• Two years of Systems Test Engineering or Systems Integration Engineering experience.
• Active US Government Secret clearance with ability to obtain TS/SCI clearance.
• Experience working in flight operations.
• Technical MQ-4C Triton Aircraft experience (or similar).

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the Triton MQ-4C Maintenance/FSE Team for US Navy forces at an overseas location.
• Direct field service engineers in software upgrades, systems integration, testing, and flight/maintenance operations.
• Coordinate with IPTs and ensure compliance with safety regulations and program procedures.
• Travel 100% to 5th Fleet or other OCONUS locations for operations.
• Provide feedback and ensure MQ-4C UAS are functional for customer operations tempo.

Skills

Strong communication skills

PowerPoint

Excel

Word

Microsoft Teams

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in STEM

Master’s Degree in STEM

Job description

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available

CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: Yes

CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret

TRAVEL: Yes, 25% 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 is seeking an experienced technical professional to lead & manage the Triton MQ-4C Maintenance/FSE Team supporting U.S. Navy forces at an OCONUS location.

The Deputy Site Lead for the 5th Fleet is responsible for directing and scheduling Field Service Engineers (FSEs) in executing software upgrades, systems integration and testing, and flight and maintenance operations for the Triton aircraft. Maintain direct liaison with Integrated Project Teams (IPTs) that have an impact on Air Vehicle (AV) and Ground Segment (GSEG) systems. May be required to attain and maintain Air Vehicle or GSEG system qualifications. May be assigned as Collateral Duty Inspector (CDI) on the Air Vehicle (AV) or GSEG (FOB). The Deputy Site Lead is accountable to direct and oversee program maintenance IAW safety regulations and established corporate policy, procedures and government regulations including but not limited to Interactive Electronic Technical Manual (IETM) for the MQ-4C Triton IFC-4 Unmanned Aircraft System (UAS), Fleet Engineering Dispositions, Technical Directives, Contractor Operating Procedures, and published program maintenance procedures. The Deputy Site Lead will be authorized to execute maintenance requirements in coordination with customer maintenance leadership, program engineers. Site Lead and Operations Managers.

Directs Site personnel daily schedules, including subcontractors, daily maintenance activities to execute program objectives on time. In the absence of Site Lead, or as delegated by Site Lead, may assign Safety personnel in support of safety program.

This position will actively assist and provide directions to the FSE Team as required to accommodate the Navy customer ground/flight operations. This position works closely with the Site Lead, Program and Engineering teams, to ensure the MQ-4C UAS are functional and available for customer operations tempo. Responsible for collection and reporting of system maintenance data metrics to support Reliability and Maintainability efforts. Ensures the system is configured in accordance with the Program’s Configuration and Data Management Plans. Ensures maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair activities are conducted in accordance with established policies and procedures. Follows & assists in any ground operating procedures audits, inspections, and/or compliance reviews IAW DCMA 8210.1D. Provides feedback to Triton Program during daily maintenance pass downs, shift turnover or meetings.

This position requires 100% travel/relocation to 5th Fleet or other OCONUS locations in support of any AV divert or customer operation. This is considered a long term (2yr) assignment, HOLA, COLA, IMI, & additional assignment allowances apply.

Our Leaders at Northrop Grumman live our values daily and encourage our teams to do the same. We do the right thing: upholding the highest ethical standards and facilitating a safe and respectful environment that attracts, retains, and inspires a diverse and engaged team. We do what we promise: holding yourself and others accountable to meet predictable and balanced results. We commit to shared success: operating as OneNG and removing barriers for our teams. Finally, We pioneer: setting a vision that shapes the future and inspires others.

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in a Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM) field from an accredited university AND 8 years of related professional/military experience in Engineering, OR a Master’s degree AND 6 years of related professional/military experience in Engineering.
• Two years of Systems Test Engineering or Systems Integration Engineering experience.
• Must have an Active US Government Secret clearance and ability to obtain and maintain US Government TS/SCI clearance.
• Experience working in flight operations.
• Must have technical MQ-4C Triton Aircraft experience (Or similar).

Preferred Qualifications

• Must have strong communication skills/delivery methods, PowerPoint, Excel, Word, Microsoft/Teams.
• Experience in managing a maintenance department supporting an FSR function.
• MQ-4C Aircraft maintenance, troubleshooting, ground handling, launch/recovery, Safe for Flight
• NAVY/NAVAIR/NAMP/OPNAVINST 4790.2, OOMA, DCMA 8210.1D.
• Must be willing to travel/live 100% abroad.
• Must have valid/current passport credentials.

Primary Level Salary Range: $117,500.00 - $176,300.00

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. 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.