Lead Field Engineering Manager – LCS Mission Systems

Northrop Grumman; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 165,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Savings plan

Company paid holidays

PTO

Job summary

Northrop Grumman Mission Systems seeks a Manager Field Engineering Services 1 in San Diego, CA. You will lead a team supporting Littoral Combat Ship mission packages, coordinating with customer counterparts and site leadership to ensure safety, quality and on‑time delivery.

You will oversee subcontractor activities, mentor staff, and drive continuous improvement while aligning with Northrop Grumman’s ethics and values in a dynamic shipyard environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher with 5+ years of relevant experience; or Master’s with 3+ years.
• Familiarity with LCS Mission Package operations.
• Proven leadership skills and ability to work effectively in a team.
• Ability to communicate with various levels of leadership.
• Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel & PowerPoint).

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop a team of non‑exempt employees at the MPSF with clear work direction and performance feedback.
• Supervise onsite subcontractor activities ensuring safety, quality, schedule and contract compliance.
• Plan and prioritize work to meet contract milestones and customer schedules.
• Set expectations, coach and provide timely feedback to team members.
• Maintain effective verbal and written communication with diverse audiences including presentations.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Teamwork

Willingness to travel

Security clearance (US)

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Master’s degree

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Northrop Grumman Mission Systems seeks a Manager Field Engineering Services 1 in San Diego, CA. You will lead a team supporting Littoral Combat Ship mission packages, coordinating with customer counterparts and site leadership to ensure safety, quality and on‑time delivery.

You will oversee subcontractor activities, mentor staff, and drive continuous improvement while aligning with Northrop Grumman’s ethics and values in a dynamic shipyard environment.