Manager Electronics Engineering 2

Northrop Grumman Corp.; Manhattan Beach (CA); On-site; USD 161,000 - 242,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental & Vision coverage

401k

Educational Assistance

Life Insurance

Employee Assistance Programs & Work/Li

Job summary

Northrop Grumman Space Systems in Manhattan Beach, CA seeks a Manager Electronics Engineering 2 to lead a section of 10–15 engineers and technicians. You will drive staffing, career development, and technical direction for RF, Antenna, and Mixed-Signal electronics subsystems across space programs.

The role requires an BS in a STEM field with years of leadership experience and the ability to obtain DoD Top Secret and SCI clearance.

Qualifications

• A Bachelor of Science degree in a STEM discipline from an accredited institution with 8 years of experience.
• 2 years of RF/Mixed-Signal/Antenna engineering leadership experience.
• Ability to obtain/maintain a DoD Top Secret and SCI clearance.

Responsibilities

• Performance management through Quarterly Connections and regular team meetings.
• Staffing coordination with Programs and Engineering Regions.
• Mentoring section members on development activities.
• Providing technical support to programs and technology/business development efforts.
• Recruiting & retention efforts and engagement initiatives.
• Contributing to process improvements and design-methodology enforcement.

Skills

RF/Mixed-Signal/Antennas

Project leadership

Technical writing

Communication & leadership

Education

Bachelor of Science in STEM

Master of Science (preferred)

Job description

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available

CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: No

CLEARANCE TYPE: None

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 is seeking a Manager Electronics Engineering 2 (S02) for the Mission Enabling Technologies (MET) Center located in Manhattan Beach, CA.

MET is an organization of 115 plus engineers and technicians that develop RF, Antenna, and Mixed-Signal electronics/subsystems, Antenna hardware, RF processors, MMIC components, passive RF components, custom IC and A/D designs and CMOS SoCs for a variety of space and air programs.

The Section Manager will lead in a functional capacity a section of 10 to 15 members and will be responsible for their staffing outlook and their career development.

The successful candidate will possess the following:

• Specific knowledge related to RF, Antenna or Mixed-Signal component and design, analysis techniques and tools, and test/verification methods as well as strong general RF knowledge.
• Prior demonstrated project leadership skills (does not have to be extensive, just responsible for more than only individual contributions).
• Good technical writing skills, communication, leadership, and interpersonal skills are needed.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Performance management through Quarterly Connections, holding regular meetings, and keeping section members informed of company developments (10 to 15 members)
• Actively working with Programs and counterparts across the Engineering Regions to meet staffing demands.
• Actively mentoring section members on development activities
• Technical support to programs and technology/business development efforts
• Personnel recruiting & retention
• Supporting the center in the development and execution of engagement-related activities
• Contributing to process and infrastructure improvements and enforcement (e.g. design methodology, simulation tools, development of best design practices, capital projects, design review preparation, etc).

Basic Qualifications:

• A Bachelor of Science degree in a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering or Math) discipline from an accredited institution with 8 years of experience
• Demonstrated ability to manage engineers and technicians in a process driven environment
• 2 years of RF/Mixed-Signal/Antenna engineering leadership experience
• Ability to obtain/maintain a DoD Top Secret and SCI clearance

Preferred Qualifications:

• A Master of Science degree in a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering or Math) discipline from an accredited institution
• Familiarity with NG Space Systems technical & administrative processes
• Active Top Secret level with a background investigation date within 6 years, OR have and be able to maintain an active U.S. Government SCI access with a Single Scope Background Investigation (SSBI) completed within the last 5 years

As a full-time employee of Northrop Grumman Space Systems, you are eligible for our robust benefits package including:

• Medical, Dental & Vision coverage
• 401k
• Educational Assistance
• Life Insurance
• Employee Assistance Programs & Work/Life Solutions
• Paid Time Off
• Health & Wellness Resources
• Employee Discounts

This position’s standard work schedule is a 9/80. The 9/80 schedule allows employees who work a nine-hour day Monday through Thursday to take every other Friday off.

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Primary Level Salary Range: $161,100.00 - $241,700.00

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.