Sentinel (GBSD) Launch Support System Test Manager 2 - 10764

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Northrop Grumman Space Systems is seeking a Launch Support System Test Manager 2.  This position will be located in Roy, UT and will support the Sentinel – Ground Based Strategic Deterrent (GBSD) program.  This role may offer a competitive relocation assistance package.

What You’ll Get To Do: 

• Develop, and document verification methodology, and RVAM as part of the LSS Team
• Support development and document system level function models and decompositions within model base systems engineering tool suites.
• Participate in technical planning, system integration, verification and validation, cost and risk, and supportability and effectiveness analyses for system
• Review and evaluate test requirements to ensure completeness and compliance of the test program
• Support all phases of the systems lifecycle including concept, design, fabrication, test, installation, operation, maintenance and disposal
• Maintain systems engineering artifacts and follow configuration management requirements
• Interface with internal and external customers
• Manage Control Accounts within assigned scope and budget
Manager duties to include:
• Demonstrate sound metrics management and the ability to effectively communicate complex technical issues and solutions.  A successful track record of program performance, interpersonal team building skills, and cross-functional management experience is highly desired.
• Responsible for assessing staffing needs, current as well as projected and working with the respective team leads to address those needs. 
• Work with the program manager and leads in establishing personal program and functional goals as well as performing performance evaluations and merit adjustments for subordinates. 
• Partner with engineering and program management peers to assure a balanced and efficient assignment of resources to support and achieve key mission priorities
• Coach, support, train, and motivate team members to ensure a high level of performance
• Collaborate with peers and direct management in resource planning and hiring activities
• Work with Atlassian application suite and other pipeline tools as needed

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.  

You’ll Bring These Qualifications:

• Bachelors Degree and 6 years of related technical experience, or a Masters Degree and 4 years of related technical experience. An additional 4 years of experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.

• US Citizenship with an Active Secret Clearance or higher (awarded within the past 6 years) with the ability to receive a Special Access Program (SAP) certification.

• 1 year of experience leading a project and/or driving performance against schedule

• 1 year of demonstrated experience in requirements development, verification planning or test execution

These Qualifications Would be Nice to Have:

• Bachelors Degree or higher in a STEM related field of study

• US Citizenship with an Active Top-Secret Clearance or higher (awarded within the past 6 years) with the ability to receive a Special Access Program (SAP) certification.
• Experience with testing in system verification planning
• Prior Experience or knowledge of ICBM test methodologies
• Demonstrated ability working with cross-functional teams and customers
• Demonstrated knowledge and use of data acquisition and electronic test equipment
• CAM and EVMS training
• Project Management, risk and opportunities, and scheduling background
 

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