Sentinel - Flight and Ground Test Deputy Manager 3 - 18903

Northrop Grumman; United States; On-site; USD 175,000 - 263,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401k

Educational Assistance

Life Insurance

Employee Assistance Programs & Work/Li

Paid Time Off

Health & Wellness Resources

Employee Discounts

Job summary

Northrop Grumman Defense Systems seeks a Flight and Ground Test Deputy Manager 3 to lead FGT activities at the Vandenberg SFB site on the Sentinel GBSD program. The role oversees data acquisition, instrumentation, launch site systems software, and multi-discipline teams.

The position requires a DoD Secret clearance, an advanced STEM degree or extensive IPT experience, and a strong track record in test planning, risk management, and program execution. Competitive relocation support is available.

Qualifications

• Active U.S. Government DoD Secret clearance
• 8+ years IPT/program management for US Government contracts (or 6+ with MS)
• Experience with launch control center (LCC) or integrated hardware testing operations
• Ability to obtain SAP approval within a reasonable period
• Strong cross-functional leadership and communication skills
• Experience with requirements verification and test planning in an MBSE environment

Responsibilities

• Deputy to Flight and Ground Test Director for Vandenberg Site Leader
• Oversee Launch Site Systems software, data acquisition, telemetry and range asset coordination
• Lead cross-functional team of engineers across multiple disciplines
• Plan and execute IFC flight test campaigns within budget and schedule constraints
• Manage EVMS, cost and schedule, and technical reviews with stakeholders
• Communicate progress to program management, customers and leadership

Skills

IPT experience

Program management

Leadership

Launch operations

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor of Science in STEM

Master of Science in STEM

Tools

Instrumentation & data acquisition

MBSE

Job description

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available

CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: Yes

CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret

TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the Time

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 Defense Systems is seeking a Flight and Ground Test Deputy Manager 3.

This position will be located in Vandenberg SFB, CA and will support the Sentinel – Ground Based Strategic Deterrent (GBSD) program. This role may offer a competitive relocation assistance package.

What You’ll Get To Do:

• This position will be responsible to the Flight and Ground Test Director - Vandenberg Site Leader, and serve as their deputy for all FGT matters.


• This includes helping oversee the Launch Site Systems software, Launch site data and instrumentation definition and development, data acquisition, telemetry and range asset coordination, test and flight hardware integration, MGSE, EGSE and facilities definition and sustainment for developmental flight and ground test across multiple launch facilities.


• The selected individual will develop the FGT tactical approach taken from the director’s strategic vision and lead the team in successfully executing that approach.


• The selected individual will also be expected lead FGT in meeting customer SOW requirements, USSF regulation and company objectives, within budget and schedule constraints.


• Help manage a cross functional leadership team and an organization including systems engineers, test engineers, software engineers, mechanical and electrical engineers, among others.


• Help organize and manage the effort of multi-discipline and diversly located teams to accomplish various Integrated Functorial Capabilities (IFC) and flight test campaigns.


• Operate and lead in fast paced environment, effectively managing prioritizing multiple tasks


• Strong time management and project management skills and a proven record of meeting very aggressive schedules


• Effectively communicate and present to program management, other technical leaders, technical peers, and customers


• Risk and Opportunity Management


• Cost and Schedule Management - Earned Value Management System (EVMS)


• Change and Configuration Management – Technical Review Boards, Configuration Control Boards

Benefits:

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

This positions 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.

You'll Bring These Qualifications:

• Bachelors of Science degree in a STEM discipline with at least 8 years of experience in IPT and/or program management supporting US Government contracts and customers; or Masters of Science in a STEM discipline with at least 6 years of experience in IPT and/or program management supporting US Government contracts and customers.


• Must have an active U.S. Government DoD Secret security clearance at time of application, current and within scope, with an ability to obtain and maintain Special Access Program (SAP) approval within a reasonable period of time, as determined by the company to meet its business need Experience with launch control center (LCC) or integrated hardware testing operations, including data acquisition, instrumentation and control systems software.

These Qualifications Would be Nice to Have:

• 3 years of direct experience leading large multi-disciplinary teams BS/MS in Systems Engineering or Aerospace Engineering Prior experience with launch vehicle integration, testing and flight from a USSF installation.


• An advanced understanding of instrumentation, data acquisition and control systems software applications in a remote application is strongly desired.


• Familiarity with AFSPCMAN-91710.


• Experience in requirements verification and test planning in an MBSE environment Experience in program execution and demonstrated ability to meet program technical, cost, and schedule milestones.


• 5+ years of direct experience leading large teams, projects or programs to successful goal attainment.


• Demonstrated ability to create trusted relationships with customers, suppliers, and internal stakeholders.


• Proven ability to deliver effective communication verbally, written, and through well-crafted presentations across all levels of an organization.


• Prior experience in system level testing environments and test execution efforts


• Experience with risk, issue, and opportunity management Earned Value Management Experience (EVMS) experience.


• Demonstrated ability to lead complex programs comprised of engineering, business, contracts, law, supply chain, production, and mission/quality assurance disciplines.

Primary Level Salary Range:

Primary Level Salary Range: $175,400.00 - $263,200.00

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.