Manager Manufacturing Test Software Engineering 2

Northrop Grumman; Rolling Meadows (IL); On-site; USD 154,000 - 231,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Plan

Savings Plan

Paid Time Off

Education Assistance

Job summary

Northrop Grumman Mission Systems in Rolling Meadows, IL seeks a Manager, Manufacturing Test Software Engineering to lead teams responsible for developing, deploying, and sustaining automated test software for IRCM and RFCM products. The role is 100 percent onsite and requires strong leadership and a background in manufacturing test environments.

The position emphasizes coordinating with multiple organizations, delivering robust test software, and ensuring efficient production through continuous

Qualifications

• BS in Electrical Engineering or related STEM field with extensive relevant experience or MS with substantial experience
• Experience leading and developing people in manufacturing/test environments
• Experience with manufacturing test software and automated test systems
• Ability to obtain Secret security clearance and US citizenship required

Responsibilities

• Architect, design, develop, verify, and maintain automated test software and test program sets
• Integrate test software with IRCM/RFCM product test sets and data systems
• Prepare proposals with scope, cost, and schedule estimates
• Troubleshoot complex IRCM/RFCM test software issues in a fast-paced production environment
• Drive continuous improvement in cost, yields, cycle time, and reliability

Skills

Leadership

Project management

Manufacturing test software

Automated test systems

Electronic assemblies

Education

Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering

Master's degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Project

Microsoft Word

PowerPoint

Job description

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE

No relocation assistance available

CLEARANCE & TRAVEL

CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: No

CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret

TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the TimeDescription

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 Mission Systems is a trusted provider of mission-enabling solutions for global security. We have a wide portfolio of secure, affordable, integrated, and multi-domain systems and technologies. Our differentiated battle management and cyber solutions deliver timely, mission-enabling information and provide superior situational awareness and understanding to protect the U.S. and its global allies.

We are looking for you to join our team as a Manager, Manufacturing Test Software Engineering, Level 2 based out of Rolling Meadows, IL.

This position is 100% onsite.

Roles

• In the first role, you will lead a team of Infrared Counter Measure (IRCM) Manufacturing Test Software Engineers responsible for developing, deploying, and sustaining automated test software and systems that support the manufacturing acceptance testing of IRCM products including processors, sensors, laser tracker assemblies, and more.
• In the second role, you will lead a team of Radio Frequency Counter Measure (RFCM) Manufacturing Test Software Engineers responsible for developing, deploying, and sustaining automated test software and systems that support the manufacturing acceptance and environmental testing of RFCM products including processors, digital and RF circuit card assemblies (CCAs), antennas, receivers, and more.

Both positions will be based out of Rolling Meadows, Illinois and are 100 percent in the office.

Manager Responsibilities

As Manager, you will be responsible for seamless coordination and collaboration with your team and other Northrop Grumman organizations to ensure continued success in producing IRCM / RFCM products through robust, scalable, and maintainable manufacturing test software solutions.

Team Overview

This Manufacturing Test Software Engineering team is comprised of Electrical, Computer, and Software Engineers responsible for all aspects of manufacturing test software to ensure success in our production contracts.

Responsibilities

• Architecture, design, development, verification, and maintenance of automated test software, test program sets, and related tools
• Integration of test software with IRCM / RFCM product test sets, fixtures, instrumentation, and data systems
• Proposal preparation and support, including estimating software scope, cost, and schedule
• Troubleshooting complex IRCM / RFCM assemblies and associated test software issues in a fast-paced production environment
• Continuous improvement of cost, test yields, cycle time, and software reliability/maintainability

Desired Experience

• Leading or managing the design, development, or testing of technically challenging electronic assemblies and/or automated test systems (preferably IRCM or RFCM products and test software)
• Project & Financial (Earned Value) Management
• Leading or managing simultaneous technical and programmatic challenges
• IRCM / RFCM technology and system operation domain knowledge
• Ability to clearly and concisely communicate both verbally and in writing
• Excellence in presenting to executive leaders, peers, and other functions as well as all levels throughout their own organization
• Developing and maintaining a Continuous Improvement culture
• Very strong leadership skills to set and champion objectives as well as guide the methods and approach of the team
• Ability to thrive in a dynamic and demanding (technically and programmatically) production environment
• Extremely effective communication (written and verbal) with the ability to communicate effectively with all levels of management and individual contributors

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Software Engineering or related STEM field with a minimum of 8 years relevant experience; OR a Master's degree in same fields with a minimum of 6 years relevant experience
• Experience leading and developing people
• Experience in manufacturing test software, automated test systems, or design of electronic assemblies
• Experience with Microsoft Excel, Project, Word, and PowerPoint
• Ability to obtain a Secret security clearance
• US Citizenship is required

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior experience in a management or leadership position of a technical team
• Experience with the management/leadership of engineers during the design, development, or manufacture of military-grade electronics equipment
• Experience in electronics manufacturing with a specific focus on test engineering and test software for military-grade RF/microwave hardware
• Project & Financial (Earned Value) Management experience
• IRCM / RFCM technology and system operation domain experience
• Demonstrated experience in the design and development of IRCM test equipment and associated automated test software
• Active DoD Security Clearance and ability to obtain Top Secret clearance

What We Can Offer You

Northrop Grumman provides a comprehensive benefits package and a work environment that encourages your growth and supports the mutual success of our people and our company. Northrop Grumman benefits give you the flexibility and control to choose the benefits that make the most sense for you and your family.

Your benefits will include the following: Health Plan, Savings Plan, Paid Time Off, and Additional Benefits, including Education Assistance, Training and Development, 9/80 Work Schedule (where available), and much more!

Primary Level Salary Range: $153,800.00 - $230,800.00

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.