Manager Structural Analysis 2 - (3/10 shift) - R10236473

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available

CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: Yes

CLEARANCE TYPE: 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 Aeronautics Systems has an opening for an Engineering Manager 2 – Structural Analysis for the Vehicle Engineering (VE) organization, reporting to the VE Department Manager in Palmdale, CA. This position is a 3/10 1st shift position.

This Section Manager is responsible for providing functional management (people and technical leadership) for a team of structural analysis engineers. The selected candidate will coordinate staffing requirements and support all staffing processes, including reviewing resumes and conducting interviews.  The selected candidate will also support the technical oversight of structural analysis packages and act as the focal point for review activities while maintaining positive relations with continued team interaction.
 
Responsibilities:

• Provide leadership and direction regarding analysis of both composite and metallic aircraft structures, oversight and direction in enforcing quality of analysis to meet program objectives.

• Participate in RCCA as required.

• Responsible for ensuring customer requirements regarding structural performance and weight threats are effectively managed within cost and schedule constraints.  

• Provide technical oversight on structural analysis and ensure effective communication with customer and program leadership.

Our leaders at Northrop Grumman live our values daily and encourage our teams to do the same. We do the right thing: upholding the highest ethical standards and facilitating a safe and respectful environment that attracts, retains, and inspires a diverse and engaged team. We do what we promise: holding yourself and others accountable to meet predictable and balanced results. We commit to shared success: operating as OneNG and removing barriers for our teams. Finally, We pioneer: setting a vision that shapes the future and inspires others.

Basic Qualifications: 

• Bachelor’s Degree in a relevant STEM discipline and 9 years of related engineering experience; OR a Master's Degree in a relevant STEM discipline with 7 years of related engineering experience

• Minimum 6 years of applicable Stress/Structural Analysis experience working on military or government aircraft projects. 

• Experience in a technical leadership/management role.

• Must have an active US Government Secret or higher clearance (with a background investigation completed within the last 6 years or currently enrolled into Continuous Evaluation).

• Must have the ability to obtain and maintain Special Access Program (SAP) clearance prior to the commencement of employment. This SAP must be obtained within a reasonable amount of time as determined by the company to meet its business needs.

Preferred Qualifications: 

• Degree in one of the following: Mechanical Engineering/Aerospace Engineering/Civil Engineering

• 8 years of applicable Stress/Structural Analysis experience working on military or government aircraft projects

• Demonstrated technical leadership and management experience

• Excellent communication skills and ability to effectively interact with the customer and program management.

Primary Level Salary Range: $161,100.00 - $241,700.00

The above salary 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.