Manager Systems Engineering – Algorithm Development Optimization - R10214710

Manager Systems Engineering 2 – Algorithm Development Optimization (R)

Northrop Grumman – Melbourne, Florida

Relocation assistance may be available. Clearance type:
Secret. Travel: 10% of the time.

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 ideas, courage and a pioneering spirit to join forces to invent the future, and have fun along the way.

This opportunity is contingent on program funding. Start dates are determined after funding confirmation.

The Northrop Grumman Aeronautics Systems Sector is seeking a qualified and innovative Manager Systems Engineering 2 – Algorithm Development Optimization to join our Model Based Test & Evaluation (MBTE) team. This role is pivotal in driving advancements in cutting‑edge technology, and we are looking for a creative thinker who thrives in a dynamic environment. This is a dual role:
Section Manager (Functional Role) and Individual Contributor (Program Role). The position will be located in Melbourne, Florida
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Note:

Due to the classified nature of the work, this position does not offer any virtual or telecommute options.

• Help the team understand the T&E organization’s vision and principles.
• Build a culture that empowers and motivates individual excellence.
• Establish functional homeroom shared accountability for program/project performance.
• Ensure projects are completed on schedule and within budget.
• Perform technical planning and cost and risk analyses for total systems.
• Work closely with the Department Manager and fellow section managers to implement department initiatives.
• Ensure successful planning and execution of program test engineering activities.
• Collaborate with programs to satisfy staffing needs and provide operations support (incident investigations, metrics collection and analysis, etc.).
• Set goals and provide regular performance feedback to employees.
• Support the annual salary review and promotion process.
• Mentor and develop the next generation of technical and project leadership.
• Improve and enforce test engineering processes and procedures.

• Develop and implement a Digital Engineering strategy that utilizes Digital Twin technology for validating software and hardware modifications, test regression, and airworthiness verification tests.
• Identify and solve complex problems to showcase high‑fidelity, multi‑level vehicle performance virtually.
• Collaborate regularly with Program Management, external suppliers, and government customers.
• Leverage technical expertise to address complex integration challenges.

• Bachelor of Science in a STEM discipline with 9 years of relevant experience; or Master of Science with 7 years; or Ph.D. with 4 years.
• Ability to transfer and maintain the final adjudicated government Secret clearance (DoD must be in scope or enrolled in Continuous Evaluation) within a reasonable period of time.
• Demonstrated knowledge and experience in model uncertainty analysis, error modeling, and error propagation.
• Proficiency in statistical software.

• Knowledgeable in Python or MATLAB.
• Practical experience with modern C++ in an Agile development environment.
• Familiarity with Design of Experiments (DOE) and design optimization techniques.
• Published work on advanced algorithms or mathematics.
• Master’s or Ph.D. in a STEM discipline.
• Active Top‑Secret clearance.

Primary level salary range: $ – $. The above range is a general guideline; additional factors such as scope of responsibilities, experience, education, skills, and market conditions are considered.

Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and discretionary bonuses. Annual bonuses reward individual contributions and allow employees to share in company…