Senior Staff Chief Engineer - Stand-in Attack Weapon Program
About the Role
We are seeking a Senior Staff Chief Engineer of the Stand-in Attack Weapon (SiAW) Program to join our team at Northrop Grumman. This role is pivotal in leading the technical authority for all aspects of engineering on the SiAW program. As a Senior Staff Chief Engineer, you will oversee a multi-disciplined team and ensure the technical performance of the program meets cost and schedule requirements. This position is based on-site in Northridge, CA, and involves a commitment to excellence in engineering practices.
What You'll Do
- Lead the technical baseline and oversee technical activities across multiple contracts within the SiAW Program.
- Maintain oversight of requirements development, hardware/software design, integration, and verification/validation activities.
- Provide technical leadership and mentoring to other engineers in systems engineering principles.
- Chair technical meetings including requirements reviews, design reviews, and readiness reviews.
- Support program reviews as an engineering authority and assist in resolving engineering challenges.
- Drive process development and continuous improvement initiatives to enhance program efficiency.
- Act as the technical liaison for the program manager to ensure successful execution of project budgets and schedules.
- Interface with functional departments to secure team staffing and articulate project requirements.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in engineering or a STEM-related discipline with 14 years of experience, or 12 years with a master’s degree, or 10 years with a Ph.D.
- Demonstrated technical leadership skills and the ability to make sound technical judgments.
- Experience in system engineering processes and leading design, production, and integration of complex systems.
- Background in aerospace systems, including aircraft and missile systems.
- Must possess an active DoD Secret clearance.
Nice to Have
- Experience in Air Launched Weapon/Missile Systems Development.
- Knowledge of integration of missile seekers, sensors, and software.
- Experience as a technical lead or in a leadership role within a program office.
What We Offer
- Relocation assistance to help you settle into your new role.
- Comprehensive health insurance coverage and life/disability insurance.
- Paid time off (PTO) and company-paid holidays.
- Opportunities for professional development and continuous learning.
- A dynamic work environment that fosters innovation and collaboration.
Join us at Northrop Grumman and be part of a team that is making history. If you are looking to advance your career as a Senior Staff Chief Engineer in a challenging and rewarding environment, we encourage you to apply today!
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Who Will Succeed Here
Extensive experience in leading aerospace systems engineering projects, particularly in missile systems integration and development, with a strong grasp of tools like MATLAB and Simulink.
A proactive mindset with a focus on technical leadership in a high-stakes environment, demonstrating the ability to manage complex multi-disciplinary teams and navigate the challenges of on-site collaboration.
Deep understanding of systems engineering principles and methodologies, with a proven track record of delivering projects on time and within budget, particularly in defense or aerospace sectors.
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