Electronics Engineering Manager — Mechanical HW Design (Secret)

Northrop Grumman; Oklahoma City (OK); On-site; USD 132,000 - 198,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Job summary

Northrop Grumman in Oklahoma City, OK is seeking a Manager of Electronics Engineering 2 to oversee a Hardware Engineering – Mechanical Design team. You will lead design, analysis, and solution development for platforms like Sentinel and AWACS, directing all phases from proposal to delivery.

The role requires strong leadership, system engineering expertise, and an active security clearance, with ~10–15 engineers under your staffing. Relocation assistance may be available and travel is ~10%.

Qualifications

• BS in Engineering or related STEM field with 9+ years’ related experience or MS with 7+ years’ related experience and proven team leadership.
• Active US Government SECRET or higher security clearance with an investigation in the last five years.
• Ability to obtain/maintain Special Program Access as determined by business needs.
• Experience in system engineering processes and products across the program life cycle.
• Strong knowledge of Hardware Design processes and experience leading multi-disciplinary technical teams.
• Experience in Aerospace or Defense industry (development or test).
• Demonstrated leadership, collaboration, and organizational skills.
• Experience with DoD, Sentinel, B-2, B-52, E-2, or E-3 aircraft systems is preferred.
• Experience as an IPT Lead, RE, or other leadership role related to program execution.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Hardware Engineering – Mechanical Design team, including design, analysis, and solution development.
• Manage staffing for a team of ~10–15 engineers and technical staff.
• Direct all phases of Mechanical Engineering Design from proposal through test and delivery.
• Mentor, develop, and train team members.
• Identify, mitigate, and manage technical risks.
• Ensure schedule and technical performance for all project commitments.
• Participate in basis of estimate (BOE) development & contract proposals.
• Collaborate with multiple teams and cross-functional departments to achieve outcomes.
• Interface with leadership at all levels to meet performance goals.
• Implement best practices and continuous improvement for efficiency and cost savings.
• Develop customer relationships and lead improvements in engagement, hiring, development, and retention of top talent.

Skills

Leadership

Engineering Management

Program Management

Communication

Staffing Management

Education

BS in Engineering

MS in Engineering

Tools

CAD tools

PLM systems

Job description

Northrop Grumman in Oklahoma City, OK is seeking a Manager of Electronics Engineering 2 to oversee a Hardware Engineering – Mechanical Design team. You will lead design, analysis, and solution development for platforms like Sentinel and AWACS, directing all phases from proposal to delivery.

The role requires strong leadership, system engineering expertise, and an active security clearance, with ~10–15 engineers under your staffing. Relocation assistance may be available and travel is ~10%.