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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 is seeking a highly qualified, mission-oriented Systems Engineering Manager 2 located in Redondo Beach, CA, El Segundo, CA or Palmdale, CA. This role is 2 parts: approximately 15% functional management role and approximately 85% direct charge program role on RAD program.\nRESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDING (BUT NOT LIMITED TO) THE FOLLOWING:\nLead a section of systems engineers (15-20 personnel)\nInstruct, mentor and champion agile concepts and processes\nBe responsible for hiring, development, training, and retention of section talent. Hiring will include university and experienced hiring.\nProvide leadership and direction to team members and manage employee performance (including engagement strategies for higher performers and corrective actions for lower performers)\nResponsible for day-to-day operation of the organization including employee movement and balancing of resources among programs and resolving critical/urgent program/technical issues.\nPromote the professional development of the Systems Engineering team and foster a collaborative culture that sustains the momentum around employee engagement and inclusion, affordability, innovation, value growth and continuous improvement.\nProvide clear assignments, helps employees connect their efforts to the bigger picture, creates an inclusive work environment characterized by mutual respect and the valuing of differences, and builds a culture that motivates employees to their highest levels of performance.\nOur 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.\nBASIC QUALIFICATIONS:\nBachelor’s Degree in a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics) discipline from an accredited university and 9 years of combined technical and management experience, or Master’s Degree in a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics) discipline from an accredited university and 7 years of combined technical and management experience.\nExperience in at least one of the following areas: Operations Analysis, Modeling and Simulation, Systems Analysis, System Architecture, Mission Integration or Model Based Systems Engineering\nExperience leading an engineering team or project\nFamiliarity with AGILE/SCRUM Master, MBSE with CAMEO, DODAF 2.0\nFamiliarity with AFSIM Modeling and SIM\nMust have a current DoD Secret clearance and a periodic reinvestigation, or an original adjudication date completed within the last 5 years\nPrevious experience working in a SAP/SAR environment.\nAbility to obtain SAP access.\nPREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:\nExcellent communication skills\nProven leadership skills\nPrior Functional Management Experience\nEngineering Management Experience\nAgile project management (manage & prioritize workflow)\nAbility and desire to provide ongoing coaching and performance feedback to direct reports\nActive DoD Top Secret clearance with SSBI, or Active DoD Top Secret with SCI within 4 years of last investigation\nProgram access to all major NGAS programs.\nPrimary Level Salary Range: $161,100.00 - $241,700.00The 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. 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