Model Based Systems Engineering Manager 2 - Requirements and Architectures

0090 CORP-Corporate Office; United States; On-site; USD 161,100 - 241,700; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Life and disability insurance

Paid time off

Discretionary bonus

Job summary

0090 CORP-Corporate Office is seeking a Model Based Systems Engineering Manager 2 to lead a team focused on requirements and architectures for inertial navigation systems. This role requires strong management skills and experience in MBSE.

Located in Woodland Hills, CA, the position offers a full-time onsite role with a salary range of $161,100 to $241,700, alongside comprehensive benefits including health insurance and paid time off.

Qualifications

• 8 years of relevant experience; or 6 years with a Master's degree.
• Experience leading technical development teams.
• Ability to obtain a U.S. Government Secret clearance.

Responsibilities

• Manage a team of Systems Engineers for inertial navigation systems.
• Develop processes emphasizing quantitative management.
• Conduct performance reviews and mentor team members.

Skills

Model Based Systems Engineering (MBSE)

Leadership

Systems Engineering tools

Technical proposal writing

Education

Bachelor's degree in STEM

Master's degree in technical field

Tools

DOORS

MS Project

Siemens Teamcenter Enterprise

Job description

Position Overview

Model Based Systems Engineering Manager 2 – Requirements and Architectures. Located in Woodland Hills, CA. 9/80 schedule. Full‑time onsite. Relocation assistance may be available. Clearance required: Secret (must obtain within a timeframe set by management). Travel: Yes, 10% of the time.

Responsibilities

• Manage and oversee a team of Systems Engineers supporting the model‑based development and management of requirements and architectures for inertial navigation systems.
• Develop and implement strong processes with emphasis on quantitative management and continuous improvement.
• Provide management guidance to achieve outstanding cost, schedule and technical performance.
• Provide technical guidance and oversight in developing technical and cost proposals.
• Interface with business‑facing leads to coordinate staffing requirements and ensure proper skill mix to support program activities.
• Mentor and challenge team members to develop skills and provide career planning/development paths.
• Conduct performance and salary reviews, approve timecards, and perform performance management; work closely with HR on elevated employee matters.
• Other duties as assigned.

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM) with 8 years of relevant experience; or Master's degree with 6 years of relevant experience.
• Experience in Model Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) tools and best practices.
• Experience leading a team on a technical development effort or technical production support.
• Understanding of Systems Engineering or project management tools such as DOORS, MS Project, etc.
• Experience with Systems Engineering processes, procedures, and best practices.
• Experience generating and/or reviewing cost estimates/basis of estimates (BOEs).
• The ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government Secret clearance within a timeframe set by management.
• Must be able to work full‑time onsite in Woodland Hills, CA.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree in a technical field with 6 years of experience in a multi‑disciplined engineering environment or PhD with 3 years of experience.
• Development and implementation of processes to ensure product development efficiency and accuracy.
• Experience in inertial sensor development, fiber optics, ring laser gyros, and sensor electronics.
• A proven track record of leading a team of engineers and establishing strong relationships with other functional organizations and Program Offices.
• Experience with Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) tools, such as Siemens Teamcenter Enterprise.
• Experience with failure analysis techniques and methods (RCCAs).
• Technical project management with budget/EVMS experience.
• Demonstrated success with Model Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) philosophies and tools.
• Experience authoring and reviewing technical proposals.
• Experience with engineering planning, scheduling, metrics, earned value systems, and workload forecasting.
• Active DoD Secret clearance.

Salary and Benefits

Primary Level Salary Range: $161,100.00 – $241,700.00. Salary offers may vary based on scope, responsibilities, and experience. Employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, discretionary bonus, and long‑term incentives. Benefits include health insurance, life and disability insurance, savings plan, company paid holidays, and paid time off for vacation and personal business.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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. U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions. For our complete EEO and pay transparency statement, please visit http://www.northropgrumman.com/EEO.