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XDR Software Systems Engineering Manager 2 - NG Space Systems

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RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available

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.

The Payload and Ground Systems organization within the Northrop Grumman Space Systems pushes the boundaries of innovation, redefines engineering capabilities, and drives advances in various sciences. Our team is chartered with providing the skills, innovative technologies to develop, design, produce and sustain optimized product lines across the sector while providing a decisive advantage to the warfighter. Come be a part of our mission!

We offer phenomenal learning opportunities, exposure to a wide variety of projects and customers, and a very friendly collaborative workplace. We are looking for self-motivated, proactive, and goal-oriented people to help us grow our services and become even better at what we do. Does this sound like you?

Our Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) provide benefits for the member, our leaders and the company. Our ERGs offer opportunities to be a friend, be active, be a volunteer, be a leader, to be recognized and to be yourself! Every ERG is inclusive of all employees!

Our diverse portfolio of programs means there are endless paths to cultivate your career. We are well-known for our inclusive environment, as well as our excellent work/life balance. We also offer exceptional benefits/healthcare, a 9/80 schedule, and a great 401K matching program.

The Payload and Ground Systems (PGS) division of Northrop Grumman Space Systems sector pushes the boundaries of innovation, redefines engineering capabilities, and drives advances in various sciences. We are a trusted mission payload and ground system provider with extensive experience providing end-to-end mission solutions from concept through operations and support.

We are seeking a Manager 2 to join our talented team in Redondo Beach, CA. You will support the Software Integrated Product Team (IPT) Lead for the Payload Software (PLSW) as a Technical Lead and intercompany PGSD Project Manager – leading and managing a team responsible for Systems Engineering, Software Development, Integration and Test, and Verification of the Resource Controller (RC/XDR) payload software.

This position is contingent upon program award and/or customer funding.

Management Roles & Responsibilities:

This position will focus on project management along with technical duties including product management tasking for project reporting, cost and schedule tracking, and assessment and mitigation of project risks.

Technical Contributor Roles & Responsibilities:

This position will focus primarily on system engineering for resource controller software requirements analysis, decomposition, and allocation from system-level requirements down to lower-level requirements; software requirement specification development; preparing content for delta-PDR and CDR; document software design in model; software requirements mapping and analysis; and liaising with subject matter experts, analysts, architects, designers, and specialty engineers to ensure requirements are defined holistically, completely, and unambiguously for an integrated system.

Basic Qualifications:

Systems Engineering Manager 2: 8 Years of relevant experience with Bachelors in Science; 6 Years of relevant experience with Masters
Active DoD Secret clearance required at the time of application with the ability to acquire DoD Top Secret
Dual-responsibility role requires the ability to support Management and Technical Contributor Roles & Responsibilities defined above
Working knowledge of systems engineering principles and processes
Full understanding and significant experiences with full software life cycle (requirement, design, code, test, integration), SW builds, programming standards and practices
Experience with front end of SE “vee” requirements analysis and decomposition and generation of requirement specifications
Excellent communication and technical writing skills
Embedded systems software development, integration, and test experience
Experience using DOORS or equivalent requirements management database

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience generating requirements traceability matrix
Familiarity with Model-Based Systems Engineering languages (SysML/UML) and concepts
Experience with developing software requirements specifications, this includes deriving software requirements from parent specification (functional and performance requirements)
Cost Account Management (CAM) certification
Experience with requirements verification and qualification testing
Experience with: Agile, DevOps, CAMEO, SIMICS and VxWorks 7.0
Programming Languages: C/C++, Python
Familiarity with Extended Data Rate (XDR) access control protocols and processing payloads and/or Military communication satellites
Embedded systems software development, integration, and test experience
Experience leading the performance of tasks on schedule, at cost and achieving all requirements as either project lead, integrated program team or cost account manager
Experience with managing and leading technical teams

Salary Range: $156,500.00 - $234,700.00

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.

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What You Should Know About XDR Software Systems Engineering Manager 2 - NG Space Systems, ngc

Join Northrop Grumman as an XDR Software Systems Engineering Manager 2, where you'll be leading a talented team in Manhattan Beach, California! In this exciting role, you will be at the forefront of innovation, overseeing software development, integration, and testing of the advanced Resource Controller payload software. Your expertise will help pave the way for our mission-critical projects, engaging with diverse teams of engineers and subject matter experts. If you possess a passion for technological advancements and a natural curiosity, Northrop Grumman is the place for you! With opportunities to shape the future and make your mark in the aerospace and defense industry, now is the time to unleash your full potential. You'll be responsible for project management tasks that include tracking costs and schedules, mitigating risks, and ensuring all project deliverables are met. Your strong background in systems engineering principles and experience with software life cycles will shine in this dual-role position. At Northrop Grumman, collaboration is in our DNA, and we provide phenomenal learning opportunities, a supportive work environment, and a culture that values diversity, inclusion, and work/life balance. We also offer excellent benefits including a flexible schedule, thorough healthcare plans, and various Employee Resource Groups to help you thrive. If you're ready to lead innovative projects, apply now and let’s make history together!

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What are the primary responsibilities of the XDR Software Systems Engineering Manager 2 at Northrop Grumman?

As the XDR Software Systems Engineering Manager 2 at Northrop Grumman, your primary responsibilities will include managing the software development process for the Resource Controller payload software, overseeing project management tasks, and ensuring the successful integration and testing of software systems. Additionally, you will lead a team of engineers, facilitate collaboration with subject matter experts, and ensure adherence to system engineering principles throughout the project lifecycle.