Thermal Engineering Manager 1

Northrop Grumman; Middle River (MD); On-site; USD 127,000 - 191,000; Full time

Job summary

Northrop Grumman in Baltimore, MD seeks a Thermal Engineering Manager 1 to lead a team of thermal, fluid dynamics, and heat transfer analysts within the Mission Systems Sector. The role combines functional management with hands-on technical supervision to meet program cost, schedule, and thermal requirements across airborne, space, maritime, and land-based platforms.

You'll drive staffing, performance reviews, and process improvements while engaging customers and cross-organization partners.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree with 5 years of experience in the field.
• Master’s Degree with 3 years of experience in STEM.
• Ph.D. with 1 year of experience in STEM fields.
• U.S. Citizenship required.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government Secret Clearance.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in thermal applications including electronics cooling, fluid dynamics, and heat transfer.

Responsibilities

• Lead a Thermal Design and Analysis group and provide functional management.
• Oversee thermal design of sensor systems across environments (airborne, space, maritime, and land).
• Lead thermal analysis team and perform thermal trade studies.
• Attend internal and customer technical reviews and approve analyses/test reports.
• Staffing, performance evaluation, goal setting, and process improvements.

Skills

Leadership

Thermal analysis

Communication

Team coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree in STEM

Master's degree in Mechanical/Aerospace

Ph.D. in related field

Advanced degree in Mechanical/Aerospace (Heat Transfer/Fluid Dynamics)

Tools

ANSYS Icepak

ANSYS Thermal Desktop

ANSYS Fluent

Job description

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be availableCLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: YesCLEARANCE TYPE: SecretTRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the TimeDescriptionAt 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 you by 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.We are looking for you to join our team as a Thermal Engineering Manager 1 based out of Baltimore, MD.What You’ll Get to DoThis position is for a Functional Manager of thermal, fluid dynamics, and heat transfer analysts, supporting the Mission Systems Sector, in the Mechanical Analysis Section of the Mechanical Technology and Design Services department (at Baltimore, MD, located near BWI). The manager will be responsible for both functional management and technical supervision of a Thermal Design and Analysis group. The manager also ensures that the people, processes, and tools are in place to maintain program cost and schedule performance, while meeting program customer thermal and fluids design requirements.This is a dual role manager position, involving technical responsibilities as well. These include oversight of the thermal design of sensor systems in varying environments, including airborne, space, maritime and land based. Technical areas of proficiency include leading a thermal analysis team, knowledge of thermal management systems, heat transfer and fluid dynamics. The manager will also be responsible for attending internal technical reviews and customer reviews, analysis/test report approval, and thermal trade studies.The manager is also responsible for staffing plans, staff performance evaluation, goal planning, process improvement, roadmap development, and hiring to manage analysis demand and skill attrition. The manager will be able to lead through positive changes, as a champion for improvement and innovation. Employee engagement and development will be maintained through a combination of training, employee career coaching, mentoring, identification of stretch assignments, and engagement action planning. The manager will be able to meet performance goals with consideration for work/life balance of the staff. The candidate should have strong communications skills, and an ability to build and maintain relationships with direct staff, customers, and cross organization partners.This position is contingent upon the ability to obtain an active U.S Government Secret Clearance or the successful transfer of an active US. Government Secret Clearance prior to start.Basic Qualifications:Bachelor’s Degree with 5 years of experience, master’s degree with 3 years of experience, Ph.D. with 1 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 degreeU.S Citizenship is requiredAbility to obtain and maintain a U.S Government Secret Clearance prior to starting.A current/active clearance is not required to be considered for the position, but a final clearance is required to startA minimum of 5 years of experience in thermal applications including, electronics cooling, fluid dynamics, and heat transferPreferred Qualifications:Demonstrated success leading high performing teams (integrated product team lead, agile, or functional management)Advanced Degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering with concentration in Heat Transfer and Fluid DynamicsStrong leadership qualities, including excellent verbal and written communication, and organizational skillsMinimum of 2 years of experience with one or more of the following software packages: ANSYS Icepak, ANSYS Thermal Desktop, ANSYS FluentExperience leading IRAD projects, proposals or Thermal TRL advancements.Prior experience in the thermal design of systems, CCAs or microelectronicsNorthrop Grumman provides a comprehensive benefits package and a work environment which encourages your growth and supports the mutual success of our people and our company. Northrop Grumman benefits give you the flexibility and control to choose the benefits that make the most sense for you and your family.Your benefits will include the following: Health Plan, Savings Plan, Paid Time Off and Additional Benefits including Education Assistance, Training and Development, 9/80 Work Schedule (where available), and much more!Northrop Grumman has approximately 90,000 employees in all 50 states and in more than 27 countries. We strive to attract and retain the best employees by providing an inclusive work environment wherein employees are receptive to diverse ideas, perspectives, and talents to help solve our toughest customer challenges: to develop and maintain some of the most technically sophisticated products, programs, and services in the world.Our Values. The women and men of Northrop Grumman Corporation are guided by Our Values. They describe our company as we want it to be. We want our decisions and actions to demonstrate these Values. We believe that putting Our Values into practice creates long-term benefits for shareholders, customers, employees, suppliers, and the communities we serve.Our Responsibility. At Northrop Grumman, we are committed to maintaining the highest ethical standards, embracing diversity and inclusion, protecting the environment, and striving to be an ideal corporate citizen in the community and in the world.Primary Level Salary Range: $127,000.00 - $190,600.00The 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.