Requisition ID: R10166459

• Category: Engineering

• Location: Clearfield, Utah, United States of America

• Clearance Type: Secret

• Telecommute: No- Teleworking not available for this position

• Shift: 1st Shift (United States of America)

• Travel Required: Yes, 10% of the Time

• Relocation Assistance: Relocation assistance may be available

• Positions Available: 1

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.

Provides technical advice and guidance on installation, adaptation, configuration or enhancement of company technical products, programs and systems. Provides expertise for resolving technical problems, troubleshoots product and modifies product to customer requirements. Provides training to customers.

Northrop Grumman Aeronautics Systems has an opening for a Manager 1 - Technical Services Engineering (Research and Development) to join our team of qualified, diverse individuals. This role is located in Clearfield, Utah . The selected candidate will lead a team of R/D technicians to support additive manufacturing, test articles and testing, and machine shop delivered components. As a leader, you always act with integrity, and the highest ethical standards characterize everything you do. You enable your team to achieve predictable and balanced results, while satisfying the needs of internal and external partners. You treat all people with respect, and you model personal growth and continuous development. You know how to build an inclusive environment that attracts, retains, and inspires a diverse and engaged team. You develop trusted and valued customer relationships and communicate effectively, so that people throughout the organization feel engaged and connected to their work. You deliver excellence, strive for continuous improvement and respond vigorously to change.

Responsibilities:

Responsible for daily operations of a team or work unit (direct supervision of the team, assignment of work, schedules, day to day workflow, and operating costs).

• Lead a team of highly skilled development technicians

• Manage an active support lab workspace including an additive manufacturing, machine shop, and a specialty composite materials testing lab.

• Provide supervision and guidance for the area for operational efficiency, safety, planning and forecasting, skills training, and customer support

• Provide ownership for equipment start-up, calibration, reliability, and operational readiness

• Provide team guidance and leadership regarding business processes, best practices, and output metrics for work requests and associated documentation.

• Drive timely and clearly communicated decisions and recommendations to area management and customers.

• Provide weekly and monthly metrics reporting and opportunities for improvement

• Interface with other departments to ensure other program needs are supported

• Mentor less experienced team members

• The selected candidate should steadfastly push self and others to achieve deliverables and goals, feel comfortable providing customer overviews, and be an advocate for a safe and professional work environment. Candidate must be able to effectively communicate in diverse circumstances with the ability to anticipate roadblocks and be comfortable in an environment that provides challenging assignments to key talent in the organization.

As a leader, you always act with integrity, and the highest ethical standards characterize everything you do. You enable your team to achieve predictable and balanced results, while satisfying the needs of internal and external partners. You treat all people with respect, and you model personal growth and continuous development. You know how to build an inclusive environment that attracts, retains, and inspires a diverse and engaged team. You develop trusted and valued customer relationships and communicate effectively, so that people throughout the organization feel engaged and connected to their work. You deliver excellence, strive for continuous improvement, and respond vigorously to change.

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor of Science degree in a related Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) discipline from an accredited institution and 5 years of relevant professional/military experience; OR Master of Science degree from an accredited institution in a relevant STEM discipline and 3 years of relevant professional/military experience

• Ability to obtain a DoD Secret Security Clearance

• Have extensive knowledge of composite materials, processes and testing

• Understanding of R/D and development lab operations and best practices

• Knowledge in composite materials physical and mechanical testing standards and processes

Preferred Qualifications:

• Active DoD Secret Security Clearance

• Prior experience leading engineers and/or engineering technicians

• Experience with mechanical testing (load frames, text fixtures, ASTM test practices) and physical testing (DMA, DSC, TGA, FTIR, SEM) methods, equipment, and reporting

• Experience in additive manufacturing processes and machines

• Experience in basic machine shop practices and operations

Salary Range: $90,300 - $135,500

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.

Employees may be eligible for 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 committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action 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/AA and Pay Transparency statement, please visit. U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.