Consulting Chief Engineer

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.

The definitive technical authority for all aspects of engineering on all program elements (hardware/software/support/test) and leads a multi disciplined engineering team managing the technical performance of the program meeting cost and schedule requirements including subcontracted elements. Coordinates requirements development, hardware/software design, verification, and validation activities. Ensures that the program is adhering to sound engineering processes in the development, production, test and sustainment of products for our customers and is compliance with company policies, procedures, and quality standards. Maintains cognizance over technical activities within program IPTs and ensures horizontal integration of the best engineering practices across the company. Continually coordinates with the systems engineering and program integration team (PIT) leader to ensure the execution of program statement of work and baselines and serves as the technical point of contact with the customer. There is one Chief Engineer per program.

The candidate’s duties will include:

• Facilitating technical support, review, and approval of engineering documents and drawings
• Acting as the Engineering Representative to the Reliability Control Board
• Focal point for the PMA-262 Sustainment Class Desk
• Focal point for the Fleet Sustainment Team’s Chief Engineer at NAS Jacksonville
• Coordinating across programs and functions for common efficiencies and operational gains
• Making decisions that impact the organization’s operations, and services
• Comprehending and analyzing complex problems and developing solutions
• Good communication skills, strong interpersonal skills, and good oral and written presentation skills
• Problem-solving experience in a team environment

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Math) field & 20 years of related technical experience; Master’s degree in a STEM field & 18 years of related technical experience, or PHD in a STEM field; 15+ years of related technical experience
• Demonstrated ability to self-direct activities in support of identified program goals with limited supervision; success is measured using a long-term perspective of incremental improvements to overall program effectiveness
• Demonstrated history of customer intimacy, acting as a technical spokesperson directly leading to additional company business
• Understanding of DoD design process
• Active DoD Top Secret clearance
• Experience as SME, Technical lead, Integrated Product Team (IPT) Lead, Chief Engineer, or other engineering leadership role that demonstrated team building, organizational, and interpersonal skills
• Expertise with Product Support, focusing on reliability analysis and improvements
• Experience with DMS replacement evaluation, selection, and qualification
• Extensive understanding of the Design, Manufacturing, and Test process
• Knowledge over systems development, integration, and test

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience directly managing or leading engineering teams
• Experience with sustainment of large weapon system programs, specifically Autonomous Systems
• Experience with US Naval Aviation
• Experience with International programs, current ITAR training
• Expertise in Root Cause Investigation & Corrective Action Development
• Experience with Quality Assurance, Configuration and Data Management
• Demonstrated success as a Chief Engineer or Deputy Chief Engineer
• Post graduate degree in STEM or technical management
• Experience in Agile hardware/software programs

Salary Range: $198,500 USD - $297,700 USD

Employees may be eligible for 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 health and safety of our employees and their families is a top priority. The company encourages employees to remain up-to-date on their COVID-19 vaccinations. U.S. Northrop Grumman employees may be required, in the future, to be vaccinated or have an approved disability/medical or religious accommodation, pursuant to future court decisions and/or government action on the currently stayed federal contractor vaccine mandate under Executive Order 14042 https://www.saferfederalworkforce.gov/contractors/.

Northrop Grumman is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action 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/AA and Pay Transparency statement, please visit http://www.northropgrumman.com/EEO. U.S. Citizenship is required for most positions.