Systems Engineering Manager 3

Northrop Grumman; United States; On-site; USD 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Job summary

Northrop Grumman in Baltimore, MD, is seeking a Manager 3 for the Systems Engineering EOIR section lead. The role is a 50/50 split between functional management and technical contribution, leading about 35 engineers and shaping talent and program execution on EOIR programs.

You will mentor front-line managers, align objectives with engineering goals, and drive risk mitigation while partnering with program staff to recruit and retain top talent. This on-site, full-time role requires U.S.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Science, Engineering, or related field.
• Experience leading engineering teams.
• Ability to obtain/maintain an active U.S. Government Secret Clearance

Responsibilities

• Develop organizational strategy and training aligned with goals.
• Provide technical support to EOIR programs and ensure staffing.
• Plan and execute development strategies and roadmaps.
• Mentor front-line managers and coordinate EO/IR staffing across campuses.
• Engage with program leadership to align strategies.
• Drive risk identification and mitigation for technical performance.

Skills

Leadership

Systems Engineering

EOIR knowledge

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.

]At the heart of Defining Possible is our commitment to missions. In rapidly changing global security environments, Northrop Grumman brings informed insights and software-secure technology to enable strategic planning. We're looking for innovators who can help us keep building on our wide portfolio of secure, affordable, integrated, and multi-domain systems and technologies that fuel those missions. By joining in our shared mission, we'll support yours of expanding your personal network and developing skills, whether you are new to the field, or an industry thought leader. At Northrop Grumman, you'll have the resources, support, and team to do some of the best work of your career.

Northrop Grumman Mission Systems' Engineering & Sciences (E&S) Baltimore and Partnered Sites (BaPs) Division is seeking Manager 3 for the Systems Engineering EOIR [Electro Optical and Infrared] section lead. The Baltimore and Partnered Sites (BaPs) organization advances engineering capabilities and scientific innovation across a diverse portfolio.

What You'll Get to Do :

This is a 50/50 position split between functional management and technical contribution. The candidate selected will lead the EOIR section of the Systems Engineering team, consisting of approximately 35 people with significant near‑term growth and hiring expected. They will also participate as a technical contributor or technical leader on a program, preferably in the EO/IR technology area.

As a Section Lead, this role will establish clear operating objectives and provide leadership and mentorship to front‑line managers, aligning team execution with engineering goals, corporate policies, and strategic priorities. This position will also oversee and support programs across the Baltimore‑based business portfolio, ensuring the appropriate people, training, and processes are in place to enable successful outcomes.

Building on these leadership responsibilities, the Section Lead will drive risk identification and mitigation planning to protect technical performance, schedule fidelity, and execution excellence. This role will proactively address technical and operational challenges to ensure uninterrupted progress.

This position will partner with engineers and program staff to recruit, develop, and retain top talent while building a strong pipeline of skilled professionals. Frequent collaboration with peer managers, program leaders, and senior business‑unit leaders will help strengthen the health and performance of the overall portfolio. This position will be in Baltimore, MD, and is a full‑time on‑site role.

Roles and Responsibilities:

• Develop organizational strategy, training and career development approaches, and an innovation roadmap aligned with enterprise objectives and organizational goals.
• Provide technical support to programs in the EOIR portfolio
• Ensure programs are effectively staffed with qualified engineers
• Plan and execute development strategies
• Facilitate mentoring relationships and talent pipelines
• Coordinate EO/IR staffing and technical roadmaps across divisions and campuses
• Advocate effective and appropriately for EOIR-related people, tasks, and needs
• Engage regularly with program leadership to align strategies
• Ensure that the engineering team has sufficient depth and breadth to manage business area fluctuations
• Work independently with minimal direction, exercising considerable latitude in determining technical objectives and methods.

This position is contingent upon the successful transfer of an active U.S Government Secret Clearance and the ability to obtain Special Program Access.

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree with 8 years of experience, master's degree with 6 years of experience or Ph.D. with 4 years of experience in Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics, or related technical fields.
• U.S Citizenship is required.
• Ability to obtain/maintain an active U.S. Government Secret Clearance
• Ability to obtain Special Program Access (SAP)
• Experience leading and developing engineering teams wh