Systems Engineer Level 6 - Flight Algorithm IPT lead

Northrop Grumman; United States; On-site; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Job summary

Northrop Grumman's Launch Vehicles Division in Chandler, AZ seeks a System Engineer Level 6 - Flight Algorithm IPT lead to guide algorithm design and integration for intercept capabilities in a hypersonic environment. You will lead a multidisciplinary team, manage risks, schedules, and costs while coordinating with program management and flight/ground test teams.

The role requires active Secret Clearance and U.S. citizenship, with relocation assistance potentially available and 10% travel.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree with 14 years of experience, Master's 12 years, or Ph.D. 10 years; an additional 4 years may be considered in lieu of a degree.
• U.S. Citizenship is required.
• Active U.S. Government Secret Clearance required.
• Ability to obtain Special Program Access (SAP).
• Experience leading technical teams.
• Understanding of Government systems engineering requirements.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Algorithm IPT activities, overseeing technical, cost, schedule, and resource execution.
• Coordinate cross-functional teams to meet program milestones and manage risks.
• Prepare and deliver technical briefings and reviews for internal and external stakeholders.
• Maintain high standards in a fast-paced, high-visibility environment.

Skills

Technical leadership

Leading teams

US citizenship

Secret clearance

SAP access

Government systems engineering

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree

Ph.D.

Job description

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available

CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: Yes

CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret

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 - Launch Vehicles Division is hiring a S ystems Engineer Level 6 - Flight Algorithm IPT lead, located in Chandler, Arizona. This high-visibility position requires a technical and leadership expert capable of guiding the algorithm teams to design, integrate, and deliver cutting-edge algorithms to deliver intercept capabilities in a hypersonic environment. The ideal candidate will have strong broad development experience with a deep understanding of interceptor tracking, guidance and control algorithm and hypersonic system challenges, and proven program management abilities to balance cost, schedule, and technical challenges.

Position Overview

Serve as Leader of the technical, cost, schedule, and resource execution for the IPT activities. You will collaborate with other IPT leads to understand program needs, drive program schedules to support overall program success. You will work with your team leads to understand risks, drive technical solutions and identify and execute risk mitigation activities. You will work closely with the flight test and ground test IPT leads to understand their needs and schedules to ensure ground and flight test operations are supported while delivering tactical products that support overall program schedule milestones.

What You’ll Get To Do:

As the Algorithm Integrated Product Team Lead , you will:

Lead a High-Performing Team : Coordinate an engineering team in a high-visibility and fast-paced program environment. Collaborate with diverse groups including Engineering & Program Management, Software and Hardware Engineers, and Mission Assurance teams.

Solve Complex Challenges : Apply your organizational and technical problem-solving skills to ensure successful execution of algorithm designs while addressing development risks and emerging challenges in real-time.

Communicate at all Levels : Provide technical leadership and support for internal and external executive briefings, including program updates, engineering reviews, and risk management discussions.

Maintain High Standards : Thrive in a high-expectation environment, demonstrating initiative, meticulous attention to detail, and polished verbal and written communication skills.

Roles and Responsibilities

Leadership and Team Management

Serve as the technical and leadership authority for the Algorithm development, delivering on challenging performance, schedule, and cost objectives.

Engage, inspire, and guide cross-functional teams to achieve program milestones, ensuring clear communication and strong alignment across all stakeholders.

Proactively manage team assignments, workloads, mentorship, and collaboration across internal teams and external partnerships.

Stakeholder Management and Communication

Serve as the primary technical interface for internal and external stakeholders, preparing and delivering clear communication on risks, trade-offs, decisions, and successes.

Partner with internal program management and external stakeholders to align technical requirements and delivery schedules with program milestones.

Foster collaborative, trust-based relationships with internal and external partners to maintain alignment and ensure mission success.

Basic Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree with 14 years of experience, master's degree with 12 years of experience or Ph.D. with 10 years of experience in Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics, or related technical fields; an additional 4 years of experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.

U.S Citizenship is required.

Must have an active US Government Secret Clearance

Ability to obtain Special Program Access (SAP)

Experience leading technical teams

Understanding of Government systems engineering requirements

Experience as Integrated Pr