Manager Engineering-5th Fleet OCONUS

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available

CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: Yes

CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret

TRAVEL: Yes, 25% of the Time

Description

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.

Join Northrop Grumman on our continued mission to push the boundaries of possible across land, sea, air, space, and cyberspace. Enjoy a culture where your voice is valued and start contributing to our team of professionals providing real-life solutions to our world’s biggest challenges. We take pride in creating purposeful work and allowing our employees to grow and achieve their goals every day by Defining Possible. With our competitive pay and comprehensive benefits, we have the right opportunities to fit your life and launch your career today.

Northrop Grumman is seeking an experienced technical professional to lead & manage the Triton MQ-4C Maintenance/FSE Team supporting U.S. Navy forces at an OCONUS location.

The Site Lead (Manager 2) is responsible for directing and scheduling Field Service Engineers (FSEs) in executing software upgrades, systems integration and testing, and flight and maintenance operations for the Triton aircraft. Maintain direct liaison with Integrated Project Teams (IPTs) that have an impact on Air Vehicle (AV) and Ground Segment (GSEG) systems. The Site Lead for 5th Fleet is accountable to oversee, and when required, direct program maintenance IAW safety regulations and established corporate policy, procedures and government regulations including but not limited to Interactive Electronic Technical Manual (IETM) for the MQ-4C Triton IFC-4 Unmanned Aircraft System (UAS), Fleet Engineering Dispositions, Technical Directives, Contractor Operating Procedures, and published program maintenance procedures at any of the 5th fleet locations. The Site Lead will be authorized to execute maintenance requirements in coordination with customer maintenance leadership, program engineers, and operations managers. Oversees and/or directs Deputy Site Leads and Site personnel daily schedules, including subcontractors, daily maintenance activities to execute program objectives on time.

This position is deployed to overseas field locations (stationed OCONUS as expat). This EX-PAT position will be assigned to the UAE and potentially other detachment locations based on operational needs. This will be for a minimum of 24 months. Sites are subject to change based on customer requirements. Assignment to a specific location will be determined by business needs.

This position requires 100% travel/relocation to 5th Fleet or other OCONUS locations in support of any AV divert or customer operation. This is considered a long term (2yr) assignment, HOLA, COLA, IMI, & additional assignment allowances apply.

Our Leaders at Northrop Grumman live our values daily and encourage our teams to do the same. We do the right thing: upholding the highest ethical standards and facilitating a safe and respectful environment that attracts, retains, and inspires a diverse and engaged team. We do what we promise: holding yourself and others accountable to meet predictable and balanced results. We commit to shared success: operating as OneNG and removing barriers for our teams. Finally, We pioneer: setting a vision that shapes the future and inspires others.

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in a Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM) field from an accredited university AND 9 years of related professional/military experience in Engineering, OR a Master’s degree AND 7 years of related professional/military experience in Engineering.
• Two years of Systems Test Engineering or Systems Integration Engineering experience
• Experience working in flight operations.
• Must have technical MQ-4C Triton Aircraft experience (Or similar).
• Must have an Active US Government Secret clearance and ability to obtain and maintain US Government TS/SCI clearance.
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Active US Government Top Secret.
• Must have strong communication skills/delivery methods, PowerPoint, Excel, Word, Microsoft/Teams.
• Prior Naval Officer experience (O4 or above); or Navy Senior Enlisted (E8 or above).
• Experience in managing a maintenance department supporting an FSE function.
• MQ-4C Aircraft maintenance, troubleshooting, ground handling, launch/recovery, Safe for Flight.
• NAVY/NAVAIR/NAMP/OPNAVINST 4790.2, OOMA, DCMA 8210.1D.
• Willing to travel/live 100% abroad.
• Have valid/current passport credentials.
  
  

Primary Level Salary Range: $133,200.00 - $199,800.00

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.

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