Chief Engineer, Advanced Tech Leader (Secret)

Northrop Grumman; Plymouth (MN); On-site; USD 184,000 - 277,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Life and disability insurance

Savings plan

Paid holidays and PTO

Job summary

Northrop Grumman in the United States seeks a Chief Engineer to lead the Design Engineering team within the Armament System programs, directing technical execution from concept generation through production.

The role requires a BS in Engineering, 11+ years of engineering experience, and a DoD Secret clearance with proven leadership. Primary level salary range is listed; strong benefits and career growth are provided.

Qualifications

• BS in Engineering required
• 11+ years engineering experience
• DoD Secret Security Clearance or ability to obtain
• Team management or leadership experience of a technical team.

Responsibilities

• Lead a diverse team of multi-disciplinary engineering leaders in a dynamic product development environment.
• Drive excellence in technical leadership and risk management across programs.
• Manage department budget and staffing to meet current and future program needs.
• Collaborate with DoD customers, prime contractors, and NG stakeholders to align technical roadmaps.

Skills

Team leadership

Risk management

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor of Science in Engineering

Master of Science in Engineering

Job description

Northrop Grumman in the United States seeks a Chief Engineer to lead the Design Engineering team within the Armament System programs, directing technical execution from concept generation through production.

The role requires a BS in Engineering, 11+ years of engineering experience, and a DoD Secret clearance with proven leadership. Primary level salary range is listed; strong benefits and career growth are provided.