Sentinel Launcher Product Zone Systems Engineering Manager

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE:
Relocation assistance may be available

CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START:
Yes

CLEARANCE TYPE:
Secret

TRAVEL:
Yes, 25% of the Time

Northrop Grumman Defense Systems is seeking to hire a Launcher Product Zone Systems Engineering Manager 3 to be located in Roy, UT or Colorado Springs, CO and support the Sentinel Program and may offer a competitive relocation package.

The Launch Silo IPT is seeking a senior leader to own the end to end design, integration, and release of the Launcher system. You will act as the Cost Account Manager (CAM) for this work scope, directing a multi disciplinary team that delivers the Launcher Closure System/Door, Umbilical System, Missile Suspension System, Launch Tube Structure, and Maintenance features. The role reports directly to the Launch Silo IPT Lead and is responsible for meeting aggressive cost, schedule, and performance targets while maintaining close partnership with customers, subcontractors, and internal stakeholders.

• Technical Ownership
  - Lead design, analysis, and release of all Launcher subsystems. Ensure requirements flow down, interface control, and configuration management are rigorously applied.
• Cost & Schedule Management (CAM) - Develop and maintain the Earned Value Management System (EVMS) baseline for the Launcher work scope; track cost, schedule, and performance; drive corrective actions to stay within budget and on time.
• Cross Functional Team Leadership
  - Direct functional leads for structural, mechanical, electrical, and thermal engineering, as well as CAD/ECAD librarians; foster collaboration across the IPT for seamless hand offs between design, integration, and test.
• Model Based Engineering & Release Process
  - Champion model based engineering (MBE) practices; maintain an up to date digital twin of the Launcher system; own the Product Development Process (PDP) release flow, close design review gaps, and certify releases for production.
• Stakeholder & Partner Management
  - Primary technical liaison to DoD customers, prime subcontractors, and key suppliers; prepare concise briefings and status reports for senior leadership, program reviews, and customer technical panels.
• Talent Development & Culture
  - Mentor and develop engineers and section managers; drive hiring, training, and retention of top talent; lead initiatives that improve employee engagement and continuous improvement.
• Special Projects & Support
  - Provide expertise for proposals, independent technical reviews, audits, and ad hoc assignments that support the Launcher program.

As a full-time employee of Northrop Grumman you are eligible for our robust benefits package including:

• Medical, Dental & Vision coverage
• 401k
• Educational Assistance
• Life Insurance
• Employee Assistance Programs & Work/Life Solutions
• Paid Time Off
• Health & Wellness Resources
• Employee Discounts

This position’s 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.

• Bachelor's Degree with 8 years of related experience in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics) or Masters Degree and 6 years of related experience
• Must be a US Citizen with an active U.S. Government Secret Clearance with an investigation date within the last 6 years
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a DoD Top Secret Clearance and Special Program Access within a period of time, that meets current business needs

• Experience with SMT / Key Partner Subcontractors – Direct work history collaborating with System Man Tech (SMT) partners or analogous prime/secondary subcontractors on launch vehicle or weapon system projects, including joint technical reviews, interface negotiations, and integrated schedule management.
• Engineering Codes & Standards Expertise – In depth knowledge of applicable engineering codes and standards (e.g., MIL-STDs, UFCs, NFPA, IBC, etc.) and the ability to apply them to launcher door, umbilical, suspension, and launch tube designs.
• MBS…