Engineering Manager 3 - Product Development Complex (PDC)

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available

CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret

TRAVEL: Yes, 25% 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 Defense Systems is currently seeking an experienced Engineering Manager to support our Armament Systems Business Unit in our Plymouth, MN offices. 

Description of Position

The manager of the Product Development Complex (PDC) oversees a team of 40+ members working in various labs and production areas, including rapid prototyping, testing, and manufacturing. The role involves managing budgets, equipment, processes, training, and long-term planning. Reporting to the director of system engineering, the manager is supported by first and second-level managers and is responsible for the overall functioning and development of the complex.

Responsibilities of Position

• Effectively lead a diverse team of managers, engineers, and technicians in a dynamic product development environment.
• Drive Team technical excellence within the PDC. 
• Balance PDC group workload and staffing requirements to meet current and future program needs. 
• Coach direct reports in the areas of career development, performance, and teamwork.   Provide training and development opportunities.  Provide continual feedback and hold mid-year and end-of-year performance communications.
• Have experience with fast paced agile team engagement on multiple programs.
• Maintain a “learning organization” where each team member is expected to teach and learn.
• Plan, execute and manage department budget

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree plus 9 years of experience, or Master’s degree plus 7 years of experience, or a PhD plus 4 years of experience.
• Bachelor’s of Science in Engineering discipline is highly desired.
• 6 years of Engineering experience in both product development and production environments.
• Previous Team management and/or Integrated Product Team (IPT) leadership experience.
• Must be a US Citizen and able to acquire a DoD Secret Security Clearance
• Excellent communication skills
• Production/Development of defense products including technical, manufacturing, cost, and schedule aspects.
• Experience working with customer engineering (U S Government), vendors and subcontractors.
• Proven track record of working with individuals, as well as teams, at various levels and disciplines.
• Department team leadership, supervisory, and/or people management experience.

Salary Range: $162,300.00 - $243,500.00

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