Chief Technical Architect, Mission Data Management

Northrop Grumman; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 167,000 - 289,000; Full time

Job summary

Northrop Grumman Defense Systems (NGDS) is seeking a Chief Technical Architect for the Mission Data Management (MDM) Operating Unit. The preferred location is the Orlando, FL office; candidates may relocate to Beavercreek, OH or Hollywood, MD.

This role sits at the nexus of Business Development, Strategy, and Technology for the MDM OU, and includes IRAD planning and cross‑organization collaboration. The OU aligns its technical vision with BU, Division, and Sector objectives, ensuring quality

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree with 14+ years of experience OR Master’s with 12+ years OR PhD with 10+ years
• Active DoD Secret or higher security clearance with ability to get TS/SCI clearance (U.S. Citizenship required)
• Experience leading or participating in responses to 5+ proposal solicitations
• IRAD planning / execution experience
• Experience deploying solutions across multiple programs and encouraging cross-program knowledge sharing
• Demonstrated technical leadership, decisiveness, and sound judgment with limited information
• Ability to comprehend and analyze complex problems and develop relevant solutions
• Strong interpersonal skills to communicate effectively with technical and business leadership

Responsibilities

• Managing Internal Research and Development (IRAD) efforts for the OU, including proposals, planning, and oversight.
• Leading cross-organization technical collaboration on IRAD and captures (cross BU, Division, Sector).
• Ensuring the OU’s technical vision and roadmap align to BU, Division, and Sector technology interests and objectives.
• Ensuring required processes and procedures are followed to meet quality standards across the OU.
• Consulting or leading technical solutioning for capture efforts and participating in proposal development and reviews.
• Ensuring collaboration between Chief Engineers across the OU and the programs they represent.
• Serving as the primary technical focal point for the OU Engineering Lead and the OU Director.

Job description

Northrop Grumman Defense Systems (NGDS) is seeking a Chief Technical Architect for the Mission Data Management (MDM) Operating Unit. The preferred location is the Orlando, FL office; candidates may relocate to Beavercreek, OH or Hollywood, MD.

This role sits at the nexus of Business Development, Strategy, and Technology for the MDM OU, and includes IRAD planning and cross‑organization collaboration. The OU aligns its technical vision with BU, Division, and Sector objectives, ensuring quality