Manager Electronics Engineering 2

Strategic Space Systems Division (SSSD) is an industry-leading provider for prime satellite and payload capabilities and directed energy and electronics solutions for national security, military, and civil customers. We are built on a heritage of providing innovative, affordable, and reliable aerospace and defense products that our customers rely on to achieve mission success. Join the Space revolution and make the impossible, possible.

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 Space Systems is currently seeking a Section Manager 2 for the Power and Control (P&C) Department. This role will be based in Redondo Beach, California.

The P&C Department is an organization of 100 plus engineers and technicians that develops Power Electronics/Subsystems, Power Converters, Control Electronics, LaserCom Electronics, Mixed Signal Units, Frequency Synthesizers, PWM Controller ASICs for a variety of space and air programs. As a key member of the P&C Department leadership team, the selected candidate will oversee the day-to-day operations of the functional team including employee development & mentoring, performance management, personnel recruiting & retention, staffing, communications, technical support to programs and technology/business development efforts. Candidates must possess strong initiative, a demonstrated ability to multiplex in a dynamic environment, a responsive attitude, and a proven ability to balance competing program and functional demands. Must demonstrate the ability to create a collaborative, engaging working environment, and an ability to manage competing interests/priorities are highly desirable.  This is a full-time position with responsibilities split between 20% section manager role and 80% technical role.

As a full-time employee of Northrop Grumman Space Systems, you are eligible for our robust benefits package including:

• Medical, Dental & Vision coverage
• 401k
• Educational Assistance
• Life Insurance
• Employee Assistance Programs & Work/Life Solutions
• Paid Time Off
• Health & Wellness Resources
• Employee Discounts

This position’s standard work schedule is a 9/80. The 9/80 schedule allows employees who work a nine-hour day Monday through Thursday to take every other Friday off.

Basic Qualifications

• 7 years of relevant experience with a Bachelor's degree; 5 years of relevant experience with a Master's degree
• Strong team building and partnership skills
• Demonstrated mentoring and coaching skills
• Knowledge of Functional Homeroom processes (e.g., Staffing, Processes, Metrics, Training)
• Must have the ability to obtain/maintain a DOD Secret/SCI clearance

Preferred Qualifications

• A Master of Science degree in a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering or Math) discipline with experience in Power or Mixed Signal unit/slice/board design
• Prior leadership experience
• Experience in mixed signal modeling and simulation tools (PSpice, Simetrix, Mathcad)
• Experience supporting proposal activities
• Experience with requirements development, system integration, and flight/production test activities
• CAM/EVMS experience
• Active DoD Secret/SCI clearance

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