Chief Engineer (level 5)

Northrop Grumman

Baltimore, MD, US
Base: $169,000.00 - $253,600.00; bonus: discretion...
Fully remote
Active secret clearance required
Bachelor's degree in engineering or stem
12 years of engineering experience
This position leads a cross-discipline engineering team responsible for developing key technologies and integrating solutions for Space Payload and Ground Systems

Job Summary

  • This position leads a cross-discipline engineering team responsible for developing key technologies and integrating solutions for Space Payload and Ground Systems.
  • The role requires interpreting statements of work, executing project budgets using EVMS, and interfacing with functional departments to secure staffing.
  • Northrop Grumman offers competitive compensation including base pay, discretionary bonuses, and comprehensive benefits such as health insurance and paid time off.

Matching Summary

This position leads a cross-discipline engineering team responsible for developing key technologies and integrating solutions for Space Payload and Ground Systems.

Salary

Base: $169,000.00 - $253,600.00; Bonus: Discretionary bonus and annual bonuses available; Benefits: Health insurance, life/disability insurance, savings plan, PTO

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Active Secret clearance required
  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering or STEM
  • 12 years of engineering experience
  • Leadership of 5-25 person engineering team
  • Experience with Earned Value Management System
  • Digital Hardware and Firmware Development
  • U.S. Citizenship required

Nice-to-have

  • PMP certification preferred
  • Experience as Control Account Manager
  • Active TS/SCI clearance with polygraph
  • Fluency in project schedule development
  • Problem-solving in team environments
  • Background in Design, Manufacturing, and Test
  • Demonstrated team building skills

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or STEM
  • 12 years of relevant experience
  • Active SECRET clearance at application
  • U.S. Citizenship mandatory
  • Leadership experience in project planning and cost management

Work Rights

Must have US citizenship

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