Test Engineering Assistant Dept. Mgr 3

US CITIZENSHIP REQUIRED FOR THIS POSITION: Yes

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available

CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret

TRAVEL: Yes, 25% 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 Assistant Department Manager (ADM) to provide operational leadership for the Test Operations and Test Engineering departments. This position is located in Palmdale, CA.

While a level 3 manager, works as a function of the Test Homeroom without direct reports. This engineering professional will assist in the development and implementation of departmental vision and strategies to drive employee engagement; improve hiring, development, training, and retention of top talent; manage engineering tools and products; balance process compliance against innovation; and reduce bureaucracy. Often working with HR to coordinate compensation, retention, employee documentation, requisitions approvals. Provides 1st line point of contact for section managers and process questions. 

The preferred candidate will be able to demonstrate a solid understanding of Flight Test, Laboratory Operations and Integration & Test organizations, will have experience leading diverse teams through change, and will have a vision for how they will promote team engagement within this department.

The primary job responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following:

• Review and update Flight Test procedures in conjunction with the Department Manager (DM).

• Directly assists DMs with tactical execution of all department activities including managing section managers, act as the DM DOA in his or her absence.

• Will be directly involved with Engagement activities to improve the workplace environment.

• Supports program tiger teams, RCCA investigations, deep dives, and pre-milestone reviews.

• Serves on and participates in program SRR, PDR, CDR, TRR, FRR reviews as required.

• Identifies and implements process improvements as a member/alternate member Flight Test Community of Practice as well as Sub CoPs.

• Assists with the employee performance of developing goals, providing mid-term counseling and end of the year rating and performance reviews, leadership development and knowledge retention.

• Maintains department records and spreadsheets to provide Department Manager with information regarding LRAP, Awards (Bravo, Quarterly Awards, and Team awards), ACR, Quarterly connections, CCOM documentation, PDP rotation program, Budget and Capital requests, Org Charts, Staff meeting, training and conferences. 

As a leader, you always act with integrity, and the highest ethical standards characterize everything you do. You enable your team to achieve predictable and balanced results, while satisfying the needs of internal and external partners. You treat all people with respect, and you model personal growth and continuous development. You know how to build an inclusive environment that attracts, retains, and inspires a diverse and engaged team. You develop trusted and valued customer relationships and communicate effectively, so that people throughout the organization feel engaged and connected to their work. You deliver excellence, strive for continuous improvement and respond vigorously to change.

Basic Qualifications:

• Must have a Bachelor of Science Degree in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Math (STEM) discipline

• Must have minimum 9 years’ related exempt experience in Engineering, Test, Flight Test or Test Ops

• 5+ Prior leadership / Manager experience

• Knowledge of Program operations support activities (Root Cause Corrective Action Investigations, Test Readiness Reviews, and Independent Readiness Review etc.)

• Must have an active DoD Secret or Top Secret clearance with eligibility for Top Secret and Special Program Access (SAP)

Preferred Qualifications:

• Strong Technical Leadership Skills exhibited in a leadership role

• Experience leading a team of flight test engineers while building diverse/inclusive teams with engaged team members

• Test Director/Test Conductor qualification/certification

• Formal test training – Test Pilot School courses; recognized University short courses

• DAU certification in T&E at level I or higher Demonstrated mentoring and coaching skills

• Knowledge of Functional Homeroom processes (e.g., Staffing, Processes, Metrics, Training)

• Strong technical trouble-shooting skills

• Possess technical discipline credibility to provide “backstop” support to programs as required on behalf of team members

Salary Range: $164,300.00 - $246,500.00

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.

Employees may be eligible for 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 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 http://www.northropgrumman.com/EEO. U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.