Join Northrop Grumman – Cincinnati (aka Xetron), part of Mission Systems sector, focused on the development of new capabilities for our military and intelligence customers around the globe. Our Northrop Grumman Cincinnati, Ohio small business culture operates collaboratively within a larger corporation providing the benefits of both. This unique relationship offers employees the ability to know everyone at the site while working on technologies and products that are beyond state-of-the-art. You and your team will wrestle with the next big problems in an atmosphere of collaboration and cooperation, sharing your expertise while learning from the expert next to you. Remember when you were excited about getting to work because the challenge of the problem, the importance of the solution and the fun you had with your team? It's that kind of place! But don't take my word for it. See for yourself! See why we receive comments on our YouTube Videos like "This company is insanely advanced" and "Wow. This is mind blowing." See some of our recent Awards and Recognition and read about some of the reasons to live in Cincinnati . We are seeking a cleared or clearable Engineering Manager for a critical role, onsite at the Xetron facility, in our engineering organization, to be responsible for managing a team and ensuring successful completion of projects that support National Defense partners. This is a dual role position, involving direct management of talented team of high performing multi-discipline engineers as well as project engineering leadership for technically advanced development programs to produce cutting edge hardware and/or software products The products produced at this facility support all domains of intelligence and defense battlespaces including land, sea, air, cyber, and space. Many of the problem-sets our customers expect us to solve do not have known solutions, so ingenuity is essential. We have a preference for candidates with experience in multiple relevant technology areas, such as RF hardware development, FPGA firmware development, and/or DSP algorithm development. Ideal candidates for this position have extensive breadth and depth of knowledge in all aspects of engineering. Less experienced candidates that demonstrate high technological aptitude with a willingness and desire to learn are equally qualified for this position. Your direct management responsibilities will include: - Managing and guiding multi-discipline engineers - Setting objectives and then monitoring and reviewing yearly progress for your team - Being responsible and accountable for managing the workload of your direct reports - Recruiting, interviewing, and hiring top-ranked engineering talent - Providing timely, constructive support and feedback to your reports on a regular basis - Completing semi-annual performance assessments of your team members - Motivating your team members (engagement) and facilitating regular meetings with them - Providing mentoring and career development to each team member - Coordinating training for each team member - Providing appropriate tools and resources for your team's development activities Your project engineering leadership duties will include: - Leadership of program technical execution in order to meet cost and schedule constraints - Program staffing for optimal execution - Technical direction, guidance, and mentoring of project team members - Working programs, proposals, and internally funded activities in a technical or leadership role - Risk-mitigation planning and execution - Strategic problem solving - Earned value management Our employees have the option of Northrop Grumman's flexible work arrangements, including 9/80 schedules and 4/10 schedules. We offer training and learning opportunities supporting technical and personal growth in al business areas that benefit our customers. Northrop Grumman offers competitive benefits including 401k matching! For more details on our benefits Northrop Grumman Total Rewards Are you seeking a challenging role with a strong team? Come define possible with us in Cincinnati! Basic Qualifications: Bachelor of Science Degree in Engineering, or other STEM degree Candidate must have minimum of 9 years' experience in an engineering role with BS; or 8 years with MS; or 4 years with Ph.D. Demonstrated technical leadership, engineering management, and/or program management experience Experience in developing custom electronic hardware systems US Citizenship is required The ability to obtain and maintain a Top-Secret security clearance (NG will sponsor) Preferred Qualifications: Demonstrated strong communication and interpersonal skills Current, active Top-Secret clearance Bachelor of Science Degree in Electrical Engineering Experience in developing custom RF hardware systems Experience in FPGA firmware development Experience in DSP algorithm development Experience as a technical lead, functional lead, or leadership in the military Experience in multiple relevant technology areas Experience in recruiting and developing top engineering talent M.S., M.B.A., or other advanced degree
