RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available

CLEARANCE TYPE: SCI

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.

Cyber Non-Kinetic Engineering Department Manager 3

Join Northrop Grumman, part of Mission Systems sector in Tampa, Florida, focused on the development of new capabilities for our military and intelligence customers around the globe. Our Engineering and Sciences (E&S) organization pushes the boundaries of innovation, redefines engineering capabilities, and drives advances in various sciences. Come be a part of our mission!

Northrop Grumman Tampa is located on the beautiful Florida Gulf coast. As a smaller but growing business area, part of the larger Northrop Grumman Corporation, the Tampa organization is a rare example of a small business culture operating collaboratively with its larger business entity. This unique relationship offers employees the ability to know everyone at the site at a personal level while still working on technologies and products that are state-of-the-art. You’ll get the opportunity to solve problems in an atmosphere of collaboration and cooperation, sharing your expertise with team members at all levels.

We are seeking a cleared or clearable Cyber Non-Kinetic Engineering Department Manager to lead a team of Cyber Engineers and Information Systems Administrators.  Most of the department is based in Tampa, with several at various customer sites across the U.S. The successful candidate will lead this organization to achieve outstanding program results, will be an effective communicator and problem solver, and will be adept at building and maintaining strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders. We are looking for a balanced skill set that includes interpersonal, business, and technical capabilities. You should have demonstrated experience leading technical teams throughout the lifecycle of capability development, along with prior people management experience.

The Tampa campus of Northrop Grumman Mission Systems is growing rapidly, and we are opening this department management role to lead high-performing teams comprised of cyber engineers, cyber administrators, cyber security analysts, software engineers, and other key disciplines to support and develop IT networks.  This is a dual-role position, involving direct management of talented front-line managers and system engineers as well as technical performance for technically advanced development of key IT programs.  This position requires strong interpersonal skills, a solid software or IT development background, and outstanding leadership skills. We prefer candidates with experience in multiple relevant technology areas, such as network development, security, applications, software development, graphical user interface design, creation of web applications, logistics, training, and support. 

Your direct management responsibilities will include:

Managing and leading front-line managers and IT/SW engineersMeeting department objectivesSetting objectives and monitoring and reviewing yearly progress for the teamBeing responsible and accountable for managing the workload of your direct reportsRecruiting, interviewing, and hiring top-ranked engineering, IT, cyber security, and leadership talentProviding timely, constructive support and feedback to your reports on a regular basisCompleting quarterly performance assessments of your team membersMotivating your team members (engagement) and facilitating regular meetings with themProviding mentoring and career development to each team memberCoordinating training for each team memberProviding appropriate tools and resources for your team’s development activities

 Your project engineering leadership duties will include:

Leadership of program technical execution to meet cost and schedule constraintsWeekly/Daily interaction with the customerProgram staffing for optimal executionTechnical direction, guidance, and mentoring of project team membersWorking programs, proposals, or internally funded activities in a technical or leadership roleRisk-mitigation planning and executionStrategic problem solvingEarned value management

Basic Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Computer Engineering, Information Systems or other STEM-related field with 12 years of experience in Information Technology, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or other STEM-related field, OR 10 years’ experience with an MS, OR 7 years’ experience with a PhD.3 years in a formal management position with demonstrated technical leadership, engineering or IT management, and/or program management experience.Minimum of 7 years’ technical manager experience.Demonstrated strong interpersonal and communication skillsUS Citizenship with active Top-Secret/SCI security clearance to start.

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience building a strong culture and high performing work environmentExperience in multiple relevant technology areas, such as application software development, graphical user interface design, creation of web applications, embedded software, or software securityExperience in recruiting and developing top engineering talentExperience executing in a SAFe Agile Framework, with increased preference for leadership roles experience such as Scrum MasterAn ability to showcase the company’s capabilities to existing and potential customers to support business development activitiesProven collaboration with program managers and customer representatives to meet program objectivesExperience with U.S. Government contractsM.S., M.B.A., or other advanced degreeActive Top Secret security clearance strongly preferred

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 www.northropgrumman.com/EEO. U.S. Citizenship is required for most positions.

Primary Level Salary Range: $161,500.00 - $242,300.00

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.