GMD/DSC Deputy Chief Engineer

Job description

Requisition ID: R
Category: Program Management
Location: Chandler - AZ, United States of America
Citizenship Required: United States Citizenship
Clearance Type: Secret
Telecommute: Yes- May Consider Occasional/Part-Time Teleworking for this position
Shift: 1st Shift (United States of America)
Travel Required: Yes, 10% of the Time
Positions Available: 1

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.

This position will report to the Program Chief Engineer and the Program Manager. In this position, the Deputy Chief Engineer will be responsible for, but not limited to, the following focus areas:

Oversee and adjudicate issues encountered at System Level Integration and Test
Lead component and system failure investigations and present plans/status/findings/remedies to FRRB and Customer boards.
Support Program B&P efforts
Lead the design and development of vehicle systems
Develop (as required) and ensure implementation of comprehensive Program plans and Customer contract requirements.
Co-Lead all major Program technical reviews (SRR, PDR, CDR)
Support presentation of key technical issues at internal Flight Test readiness reviews (IIRR, IDR, IFRR, FRCR)
Support presentation of key technical issues at Customer Flight Test readiness reviews (IERB/JERB/MRWG, MAR, MRR, CE Review, SLRR, ERR, MER, EMER)
Ensure that design changes in hardware and software are compatible with existing component, subsystem, and Customer requirements, particularly across all engineering boundaries. Implement effective methods to quickly identify and address system impacts of issues and design changes.
Provide direct supervision of Engineering Leads and technical IPTs
Perform EVMS functions (CAM) for Program level WBS elements.

Basic Qualifications:

This position requires a BS degree in Engineering and nine (9) years of related experience. Proficiency in the Northrop Grumman Space Systems LMDS LV Quality Management System is required. Supervisory experience or previous Lead Engineer experience is required.

U.S. Citizenship is required

Active Secret Security Clearance is required

Ability to travel is require

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience with EEE parts control, materials, and processes including relevant industry and government specifications is highly desired. Previous experience in Systems Engineering is desired. Direct experience in vehicle Integration and Test is desired.

Salary Range: 101200 - 151800

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. With the continuing impacts of COVID-19 around the world, we are taking action to protect the health and well-being of our colleagues and maintain the safety of the communities where we operate. As a federal contractor, and consistent with Executive Order 14042 () we will require all newly hired employees in the United States to be fully vaccinated by January 18, 2022 or by your start date if it is after January 18th. Federal guidance allows for disability/medical and religious accommodations with respect to the vaccine requirement. Any requested accommodations must be reviewed and approved (if applicable) in advance of your start date.

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 U.S. Citizenship is required for most positions.