Special Programs & Futures Systems Engineering Manager 2- 20140
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Oct 19, 2026. First seen by Alion on Oct 7, 2026. Northrop Grumman scores A on the Alion truth index.
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 Defense Systems is seeking a Systems Engineering Manager 2 for the SLCM-N Tactical Supplier Management Team software team. This position will be located in Huntsville, AL. This role may offer a competitive relocation assistance package.
What You’ll get to Do:
As an integral part of the Production Scaling and Product Support Integrated Product Team you will lead the definition and development of a new sea launched cruise missile. You will provide both engineering functional leadership and technical project execution leadership while overseeing approximately 10-15 engineers. Individuals in this team work across several Northrop Grumman sites. This role will also interact with program suppliers. The position would functionally lead a team of engineers and Subject Matter Experts in the areas of production and manufacturing, affordability, and logistics engineering.
In this Systems Engineering Manager 2 role, you will be expected to perform productive (direct charge) work in addition to functional management duties. It is anticipated that given the size of this team, the candidate will spend ~80% of their time on programs in a technical/leadership role, and ~20% of their time in the functional role. This leader must be able to create a culture of well-being, inclusion and engagement that attracts, retains, and enables a high performing workforce.
Program Roles & Responsibilities:
Own both technical and programmatic leadership for a team of ~10-15 FTE performing systems engineering functions to define and develop production scaling and product support equipment, plans, and materials.
Perform productive work on programs which could include specific engineering tasking related to your subject matter expertise, Integrated Product Team (IPT) leadership, and Cost Account Management (CAM) support.
Collaborate with peer managers to ensure consistency across multiple work groups.
Support writing technical specifications, Statements of Work (SOWs), design reviews (e.g. SRR, SDR, PDR, CDR, TRR, TIMs, etc.) and capture/proposal activities.
Develop and maintain relationships with internal and external customers as needed for leadership roles on programs
Develop proposal inputs and review proposal content for both internal and external customers in the domain area of support
Functional Roles & Responsibilities:
Lead staff based on goals, objectives, and company policies.
Provide support to other integrated product teams across the program.
Develop engineering processes and guidelines based on available instructions and source material in the department and maintain the standard for the engineering on the team.
Manage workload forecasting including hiring and developing new engineering talent.
Prepare, manage, and conduct employee feedback and recognition through Quarterly Connections.
Collaborate with peer managers to ensure consistency across multiple work groups.
Position Benefits:
As a full-time employee of Northrop Grumman, you are eligible for our robust benefits package including
- Medical, Dental & Vision coverage
- Educational Assistance
- Life Insurance
- Employee Assistance Programs & Work/Life Solutions
- Paid Time Off
- Health & Wellness Resources
- Employee Discounts
This positions standard work schedule is a 9/80. The 9/80 schedule allows employees who work a nine-hour day Monday through Thursday to take every other Friday off. This role may offer a competitive relocation assistance package.
You’ll Bring These Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s Degree in a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics) discipline with 8 years of relevant experience; 6 years with a Masters
- US Citizenship with Active U.S. Government Secret clearance with a reinvestigation date occurring in the last 6 years.
- Experience with production, manufacturing, logistics, or affordability.
- Experience briefing and interfacing with high level customers
These Qualifications Would be Nice to Have:
Advanced degrees in a STEM field.
Active Top Secret Clearance or higher.
Experience leading groups of 10+ in a functional, programmatic (development and/or production), or technical capacity.
Knowledge of hiring, staffing, engineering metrics, training resources, processes, and tools, evidenced by at least 2 years of practical application.
Experience in the functional management of an engineering organization.
Primary Level Salary Range: $153,800.00 - $230,800.00The 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.