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TYPE: SecretTYPE: Secret>Secret TRAVEL:Yes, 10% 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 is currently seeking a Lead Missile Systems Engineer 6 to support our Stand in Attack Weapon (SiAW) missile program with our talented Advanced Weapons team. The selected candidate will be required to work full time, on site at our facility in Northridge, CA. The Lead SE plans and executes system engineering core functions; collects, manages, and reports engineering metrics; and is responsible for V&V of engineering across all program elements (systems/hardware/software/ support/integration and test). Lead SE is typically responsible for ensuring teams have qualified staff to develop and demonstrate technical performance while satisfying allocated cost and schedule requirements. The ideal candidate will have

e will have Experience:in the full systems engineering lifecycle of missile / weapon system development program(s) and leading at least part of that lifecycle. They will also have the technical depth on one or more of the subsystems of missile/weapon system, e.g., RF/sensors, guidance, navigation, control, telemetry/communication, and airframe. This candidate will work directly with the program’s Chief Engineer and Program Execution Manager and collaborate with the various IPTs to ensure the design and development of the different subsystems and the integration of those are technically sound on budget, and on schedule. Responsibilities: Ensures that the program is adhering to sound engineering processes in the development, production, test and sustainment products for our customers and is compliant with company policy, procedures, and quality standards. Manage the vertical and horizontal technical and performance integration throughout the product teams and program life cycle. Develop and manage key design criteria and technical performance measures Manage the weapon system architecture through application of model based systems engineering practices and the object oriented system engineering methodology Manage the performance of system level verification activities Support the CE and PMO in the status, issues, and challenges. Plan and execute early integration activities with external stakeholders. Plan and execute all test related program reviews such as Test Readiness Reviews. Ensure that key System Engineering milestones and accomplishments are met or completed in accordance with program schedule Perform risk management IAW the program risk management processes Provide subject matter expertise and technical ownership of critical system functions that cross multiple subsystems. Review system/subsystem design documentation and models for technical correctness and completeness. Ensure proper engineering rigor across engineering design activities via process, and documentation/modeling practices (IAW Functional Best Practices and Principles and Operating Practices (PrOP)). Effectively communicate the SiAW weapon system technical baseline to internal and external stakeholders. Provide support to the Risk and Opportunities Management Board and the resulting risk mitigation and opportunity capture actions. Basic

tions. Basictions. Basictions. Basictions. Basictions. Basictions. Basictions. Basictions. Basictions. Basic Qualifications:for a Lead Missile Systems Engineer 6: Bachelor of Science in an engineering discipline and a minimum of fourteen (

• years of engineering

experience; or a Master of Science in an engineering discipline and a minimum of twelve (12) years of engineering

engineering

experience

Experience in Systems Engineering leadership on major Government Systems acquisition programs leading teams of 20 or more

Experience with systems integration, test execution, test results documentation, and verification of missile systems

Experience with systems designs with Model Based Systems Engineering

Experience working with customers, end users, hardware design teams, and software design teams

Experience in leading complex system/subsystem requirement, design, integration, test, and verification Theoretical knowledge of the System Engineering V Model and hands on

experience executing the systems engineering workflow Mentoring and providing career development direction to junior engineers *Current Government Secret security

clearance adjudicated within the past 5 years and be able to be cleared for a Special Access Program (SAP)

Preferred

Qualifications for a Lead Missile Systems Engineer 6: Prior leadership

experience in IPT or SEIT Lead roles or equivalent

Experience in Weapon Open System Architecture (WOSA)

Experience in digital engineering Team player with a strong work ethic and initiative to perform in a cross functional team Excellent decision making and communication (written and oral)

skills Demonstrated analytical thinking, problem solving

skills, and creativity

• Living in Northridge offers a perfect combination of urban living with the beauty of nature. It is a short drive away from downtown Los Angeles, the Hollywood Hills, or the rest of the San Fernando Valley. Take advantage of your flexible work schedule to enjoy shopping at the local Northridge Fashion Center or spend time at the local Recreation Center as well as easy access to nearby protected natural areas such as the Chatsworth Reservoir, the Santa Susana Pass State Historic Park, Lake Balboa or within driving distance, spend a day at the beach or snow ski at our local mountains. With Cal State Northridge right in the heart of town, the area has an active college town energy combined with family friendly suburban charm. The stunning southern California climate makes for year round easy living. With an average of 284 sunny days during the year, it is safe to say you’ll have plenty of time to enjoy your outdoor activities to the fullest. For more information, please click on this link below: Northrop Grumman in Northridge California Northrop Grumman Primary Level

salary:Range: $188,200.00 $282,200.00 The above

00 The above00 The abovesalary 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 class. For our complete EEO and pay transparency statement, please visit http://www.northropgrumman.com/EEO. U.S.Citizenship:is required for all positions with a government

clearance and certain other restricted positions.

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