Manager Systems Engineering 3 Jobs
Listed on 2026-08-05
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Engineering
Systems Engineer
RELOCATION ASSISTANCE:
Relocation assistance may be available
CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START:
No
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.
Join Northrop Grumman on our continued mission to push the boundaries of possible across land, sea, air, space, and cyberspace. Enjoy a culture where your voice is valued and start contributing to our team of passionate professionals providing real-life solutions to our world's biggest challenges. We take pride in creating purposeful work and allowing our employees to grow and achieve their goals every day by Defining Possible.
With our competitive pay and comprehensive benefits, we have the right opportunities to fit your life and launch your career today.
Discover careers that change the world and further advancements in defense, technology, and engineering today at Northrop Grumman . Use your experience to grow your career and support our global customers with the technology, systems, and solutions they need to enable their missions on the front lines and secure our world every day. With Northrop Grumman, you'll discover a culture built on diversity, respect, and above all teamwork.
Together with our group of experts across the technical spectrum, you'll discover opportunities to make a difference in our world and start solving some of the world's most critical problems in the most innovative ways.
Northrop Grumman Defense Systems is currently seeking a Manager 3 - System Engineering to join our Propulsion Systems & Controls Business Unit Engineering group at the Elkton, MD location.
The Northrop Grumman Propulsion Systems and Controls (PS&C) Business Unit designs and develops solid rocket motor and liquid-fueled air-breathing propulsion solutions for various military applications, including hypersonic missions. PS&C is comprised of approximately 800 personnel across our three campus locations in Elkton, Maryland (headquarters), Palm Beach Gardens, Florida, and Ronkonkoma, New York.
Elkton, Maryland is located in the Northeast, conveniently located within 1 hour of Baltimore, Maryland and Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. There are many land-based and water-based attractions in close proximity.
Job Description
As the leader of the System Engineering group, consisting of approximately 40 engineers and 3 managers, you will be responsible for setting strategies for development and implementation of new capabilities and tools, ensuring compliance with internal and Government requirements, and training and development of our personnel. As currently defined, this organization consists of the following three groups:
Architecture, Requirements & Specialty Engineering;
Configuration Management; and CAD Modeling & Drafting.
Job Responsibilities
- Managing execution of all System Engineering activities, with focus on technical excellence while meeting schedule and cost objectives.
- Development of a strategic plan to improve System Engineering capabilities, processes and tools.
- Ensuring that we are appropriately staffed with the right talent and skill levels across the technical staff to support the programs and department budgets.
- Mentoring and motivating to ensure a high performing team. This includes use of development plans, stretch assignments, 1:1 meetings and feedback, training, recognition, promotion/equity and other methods to develop and reward our engineering talent.
- Setting and…
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