Manager 1 - Electromechanical Design - Linthicum

Northrop Grumman; United States; On-site; USD 127,000 - 191,000; Full time

Job summary

Northrop Grumman in Linthicum, MD is seeking a Manager - Electro-Mechanical Design 1 to lead a group of 8–10 mechanical engineers supporting design, development, fabrication and test of space sensor hardware within the Hardware Engineering organization. The role involves full life-cycle product involvement, strong technical leadership, and collaboration with multi-disciplinary teams.

Minimal travel is expected, and the incumbent will ensure compliance with customer requirements and program

Qualifications

• BS in STEM with 5+ years of engineering experience.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• US Citizenship and ability to obtain TS/SCI clearance.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical leadership on a program segment and supervise the team.
• Oversee electro-mechanical sub-system design and fabrication activities.
• Support program management with staffing and resource planning.
• Mentor engineers and drive knowledge sharing across the group.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Leadership

Mechanical design

Systems engineering

Education

Bachelor of Science in STEM

Tools

Mechanical analysis tools

Job description

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: No CLEARANCE TYPE: SCI TRAVEL: Yes, 10% 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 Space Systems, Electronics and Payload group continues it's mission to push the boundaries of possible across space systems.

Northrop Grumman Space Sector is seeking a Manager - Electro-Mechanical Design 1, to join and support our Eastern Region Space Engineering Team in Linthicum, MD.

The ideal candidate will manage a Group of Electro-Mechanical design engineers within the Hardware Engineering organization. Emphasis is placed on leading a team of 8 - 10 Mechanical Engineers that supports design, development, fabrication, and test of multiple space programs sensor hardware. The group is involved with proposals of new space sensors designs and development of sub-assemblies for payload sensors that comply with a multitude of customer mechanical requirements. The group also designs the mechanical support equipment that is used during the integration and test phase of the program. Basically, the engineers in the group work includes full life-cycle program involvement. It includes electro-mechanical design, development, system integration, hands on test, training, and production. A candidate applying to the position would benefit from having past full product life-cycle experience. A candidate applying would also benefit from having experience in designing electromechanical devices as well as electronic packaging of RF and E/O sensors. A candidate applying would also benefit from having experience in design of ground handling equipment and environmental test fixtures for the sensors that are designed. This position will report to the department manager of the Electro-Mechanical Systems Technology department within Hardware Engineering. Minimal travel is expected.

Roles and responsibilities may include, but are not limited to:

Technical leadership on a piece of a larger program. General team supervision, performance management, career development, staffing, merit planning, engagement, employee rewards and recognition, and resolving personnel issues. Provide project and technical oversight for electro-mechanical sub system design and fabrication follow activities performed by the group. Strategic hiring and employee skills development, labor forecasting and execution through close collaboration with program management, and balancing employee needs with business goals. Manpower and resource assignment. Facilitate knowledge sharing and mentoring. Knowledge of design tools, processes, and technologies needed to support strategic product plans. Maintain and ensure application of design processes and guidelines used by the department. Lead or support department initiatives, recruiting, technology roadmap creation, cross-campus/sector involvement, and NCTA project leadership.

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor of Science Degree in a Science, Technology, Engineering, or Math (STEM) discipline plus 5 years of engineering experience.
• Excellent verbal, organizational, and written communication skills are required.
• Experience with mechanical design and analysis tools.
• Must have ability to obtain and maintain a TS/SCI security clearance.
• US Citizenship.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Active TS/SCI clearance with Poly.
• Experience with mechanical design and mechanical systems engineering.
• Demonstrated technical leadership of mechanical design teams.
• Ability to collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams.
• Able to work in a fast-paced environment where multiple projects are being developed and deployed simultaneously.
• Experience with program management, functional management, and/or customer management.

As a leader with integrity, you ensure ethical conduct, balanced results, and partner satisfaction. You respect and nurture growth, fostering a culture of excellence. Skilled in building collaborative teams and customer trust, you communicate well, foster strong teams, and embrace change.

Working at Northrop Grumman is more than just a paycheck. We offer a comprehensive Total Rewards and benefits package designed to help you thrive at work and in life. For more information on our Total Rewards package, please visit our Total Rewards site.

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Primary Level Salary Range: $127,000.00 - $190,600.00. 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.

We are a pioneering company. With careers across all areas: air, cyber, land, sea and space - our 90,000 employees work as one to defend and define the future. Northrop Grumman careers and internships are as varied as your interests, with a lifetime of potential that will give you every opportunity to do your best work. Working together with people from many backgrounds, personal passions and disciplines, we share a drive to push the boundaries of science, technology and engineering to meet the ever evolving needs of our customers worldwide.