Systems Engineering Manager 2 – RF/EW (Secret Clearance)

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

Job summary

Northrop Grumman is looking for a Systems Engineering Manager 2 in Rolling Meadows, IL. The role balances functional oversight with hands-on systems engineering on RF/EW programs, leading a 10–15 engineer team and guiding lifecycle activities from proposal through verification.

The position requires a BS/MS in engineering, 8+ or 6+ years experience, and US citizenship with Secret clearance. On-site work and strong leadership are essential.

Qualifications

• BS or MS in engineering/technical field with required years of experience.
• Candidate must be a U.S. citizen with ability to obtain Secret clearance.

Responsibilities

• Oversee a Systems Engineering team of 10–15 engineers across programs.
• Lead system design, requirements management, verification, and IPT activities.
• Mentor engineers and ensure cost, schedule, and technical quality for SEIT programs.

Skills

Leadership

Problem solving

Team collaboration

Clearance eligibility

Education

BS in engineering/technical, 8+ yrs OR MS, 6+ yrs

Tools

MS Project

MATLAB

Simulink

Cameo

MBSE

Agile

Job description

Northrop Grumman is looking for a Systems Engineering Manager 2 in Rolling Meadows, IL. The role balances functional oversight with hands-on systems engineering on RF/EW programs, leading a 10–15 engineer team and guiding lifecycle activities from proposal through verification.

The position requires a BS/MS in engineering, 8+ or 6+ years experience, and US citizenship with Secret clearance. On-site work and strong leadership are essential.