Northrop Grumman Mission Systems’ Engineering & Sciences (E&S) Baltimore and Partnered Sites (BaPs) Division is seeking Manager 3 for the Systems Engineering EOIR [Electro Optical and Infrared] section lead. The Baltimore and Partnered Sites (BaPs) organization advances engineering capabilities and scientific innovation across a diverse portfolio.
What You'll Get to Do
This is a 50/50 position split between functional management and technical contribution. The candidate selected will lead the EOIR section of the Systems Engineering team, consisting of approximately 35 people with significant near-term growth and hiring expected. They will also participate as a technical contributor or technical leader on a program, preferably in the EO/IR technology area.
As a Section Lead, this role will establish clear operating objectives and provide leadership and mentorship to front-line managers, aligning team execution with engineering goals, corporate policies, and strategic priorities. This position will also oversee and support programs across the Baltimore-based business portfolio, ensuring the appropriate people, training, and processes are in place to enable successful outcomes.
Building on these leadership responsibilities, the Section Lead will drive risk identification and mitigation planning to protect technical performance, schedule fidelity, and execution excellence. This role will proactively address technical and operational challenges to ensure uninterrupted progress.
This position will partner with engineers and program staff to recruit, develop, and retain top talent while building a strong pipeline of skilled professionals. Frequent collaboration with peer managers, program leaders, and senior business-unit leaders will help strengthen the health and performance of the overall portfolio. This position will be in Baltimore, MD, and is a full-time on-site role.
Roles and Responsibilities
Develop organizational strategy, training and career development approaches, and an innovation roadmap aligned with enterprise objectives and organizational goals.
Provide technical support to programs in the EOIR portfolio
Ensure programs are effectively staffed with qualified engineers
Plan and execute development strategies
Facilitate mentoring relationships and talent pipelines
Coordinate EO/IR staffing and technical roadmaps across divisions and campuses
Advocate effectively and appropriately for EOIR-related people, tasks, and needs
Engage regularly with program leadership to align strategies
Ensure that the engineering team has sufficient depth and breadth to manage business area fluctuations
Work independently with minimal direction, exercising considerable latitude in determining technical objectives and methods.
This position is contingent upon the successful transfer of an active U.S Government Secret Clearance and the ability to obtain Special Program Access.
Basic Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree with 8 years of experience, master's degree with 6 years of experience or Ph.D. with 4 years of experience in Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics, or related technical fields.
U.S Citizenship is required.
Ability to obtain/maintain an active U.S. Government Secret Clearance
Ability to obtain Special Program Access (SAP)
Experience leading and developing engineering teams while overseeing people, processes, and tools and managing recruiting, staffing, retention, and mentorship.
Experience with collaborating with senior leadership, peers, and cross-functional stakeholders to improve engagement, training, and mission outcomes.
Experience with growing and retaining staff
Experience in technical connections/ability to support program activities in EO/IR or a closely-related area
Preferred Qualifications
Advanced degree in Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics, or a related technical field.
Active DoD Top Secret Clearance or higher and ability to obtain Special Program Access (SAP).
Demonstrated engineering leadership across all acquisition phases—design, integration, and execution—with a proven record of building or expanding teams and sections.
Demonstrated track record of coordinating staffing and development between technical areas
Experience successfully engaging with developmental (TRL 3/4/5) programs and areas
Technical familiarity with EOIR programs and development
Execution familiarity with Mission Next, ECD, and/or CMAD
Strong systems engineering expertise, including requirements development and management
Strong knowledge of the systems engineering lifecycle and development phases, enabling effective technical reviews, proposal support, and engineering change coordination
Northrop Grumman provides a comprehensive benefits package and a work environment which encourages your growth and supports the mutual success of our people and our company. Northrop Grumman benefits give you the flexibility and control to choose the benefits that make the most sense for you and your family.
Your benefits will include the following: Health Plan, Savings Plan, Paid Time Off and Additional Benefits including Education Assistance, Training and Development, 9/80 Work Schedule (where available), and much more!
Northrop Grumman has approximately 90,000 employees in all 50 states and in more than 27 countries. We strive to attract and retain the best employees by providing an inclusive work environment wherein employees are receptive to diverse ideas, perspectives, and talents to help solve our toughest customer challenges: to develop and maintain some of the most technically sophisticated products, programs, and services in the world.
Our Values. The women and men of Northrop Grumman Corporation are guided by Our Values. They describe our company as we want it to be. We want our decisions and actions to demonstrate these Values. We believe that putting Our Values into practice creates long-term benefits for shareholders, customers, employees, suppliers, and the communities we serve.
Primary Level Salary Range: $184,300.00 - $276,500.00
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.
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.
