Senior Systems Engineering Manager – Front-Line Leader

Northrop Grumman Corp.; Middle River (MD); On-site; USD 154,000 - 231,000; Full time

Job summary

Northrop Grumman Mission Systems in Baltimore, MD, is seeking a Systems Engineering Manager 2 (Front-Line Manager) to lead 8–12 engineers in SIT&E within the SEIT discipline. This full-time, on-site role blends technical execution with functional management across multiple programs.

Basic qualifications include a Bachelor’s in STEM with 8+ years (Master’s 6, PhD 4) and U.S. citizenship; a Secret clearance with ability to obtain SAP.

Qualifications

• U.S. Citizenship required.
• Experience in integration, test and evaluation of radar, electronic warfare, RF systems or real-time embedded software.
• Experience leading groups; strong communication and problem-solving.

Responsibilities

• Lead 8–12 engineers in SIT&E and SEIT across multiple programs.
• Manage staffing, budgets, and program reviews.
• Collaborate with IPTs; write/review specs and SOWs; support proposal activities.
• Support performance metrics and career development for the team.

Skills

Leadership

People management

Program leadership

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in STEM

Master’s degree in STEM

PhD in STEM

Job description

Northrop Grumman Mission Systems in Baltimore, MD, is seeking a Systems Engineering Manager 2 (Front-Line Manager) to lead 8–12 engineers in SIT&E within the SEIT discipline. This full-time, on-site role blends technical execution with functional management across multiple programs.

Basic qualifications include a Bachelor’s in STEM with 8+ years (Master’s 6, PhD 4) and U.S. citizenship; a Secret clearance with ability to obtain SAP.