Sr Principal Engineer Systems - Product Support Integrator/Deputy IPT Lead

Company: Northrop Grumman Corp. (JP)
Location: San Diego
Posted on: April 1, 2025

Job Description:

Requisition ID: R10188083

• Category: Engineering
• Location: San Diego, California, United States of America
• Clearance Type: Secret
• Telecommute: Yes-May consider hybrid teleworking for this position
• Shift: 1st Shift (United States of America)
• Travel Required: Yes, 25% of the Time
• Relocation Assistance: Relocation assistance may be available
• Positions Available: 1At 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.If you want to put your talent, experience, and passions to use and be part of something greater, you are in the right place.Northrop Grumman Aerospace Sector is seeking a Senior Principal RQ-4 FMS Product Support Integrator/Deputy IPT Lead to join our team of qualified, diverse individuals within our Product Support organization in Rancho Bernardo, CA.AccomplishYou are expected to be a highly motivated, resourceful, self-starter able to work collaboratively with internal teams and external customers in high-tempo environments. Under the direction and leadership of the RQ-4 FMS Product Support IPT Lead, the Deputy IPT Lead/FMS Product Support Integrator will work with RQ-4 Product Support Team to ensure quality lifecycle development and logistics products and services are executed in accordance with the Program Statement of Work (SOW) and are within budget, schedule constraints, and closure criteria. You may lead internal and external Teammates/Suppliers to ensure Program Performance, cost/schedule and quality objectives are achieved in collaboration with the program team.This position will help lead technical coordination between other non-Product Support Program IPTs. The Deputy IPT Lead/FMS Product Support Integrator will work with the Customer Program Offices, Program Leaders, and Product Support Functions to ensure program requirements defined by the SOW are achieved within budget, schedule, quality, and closure criteria. You may also coordinate and lead preparation of presentation materials to support Program Reviews and proposal efforts.The Deputy IPT Lead/FMS Product Support Integrator will help drive the Product Support team's technical performance on the RQ-4 platform. This individual will be expected to facilitate success across all Product Support teams to include Supportability Engineering, Support Hardware, Operations, Maintenance, and Technical Publications by driving efficiencies with peers within PS and at the appropriate levels of Integrated Product Teams outside of the PS organization. You should be comfortable with applying analytical reasoning skills, identifying continuous improvement opportunities in Product Support operations, dealing effectively with change and being a flexible team member, and possess solid organizational abilities.SucceedThe individual we seek will be self-motivated, proactive, goal-oriented to help us grow our services, become even better at what we do and will possess the following qualifications.Basic Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's degree in a STEM discipline (Science, Technology, Engineering or Math) with 8 years of related engineering experience; OR a Master's degree in STEM with 6 years of related engineering experience OR a PhD in STEM with 4 years of related experience.
  • Material and labor account earned value management experience.
  • At least 2 years of experience leading a project and/or driving performance against schedule.
  • Experience working with and manipulating detail-oriented data.
  • Experience managing aspects of program execution including planning, baselining, and implementation across multiple teams.
  • Demonstrated financial management skills including development and control of program budgets, schedules, Estimate at Complete (EAC), and the ability to recognize and capture program changes.
  • Previous experience managing a large, geographically dispersed team.
  • Ability to influence and drive results without direct authority of personnel.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with attention to detail and accuracy.
  • Your ability to obtain and/or transfer and maintain the final adjudicated DoD Secret clearance, and any program access(es) required for the position within a reasonable period of time, as determined by the company.Preferred Qualifications:
    • Active In-Scope Secret or Top Secret Security Clearance.
    • Previous experience working Product Support efforts on development and/or sustainment programs.
    • Previous experience in Supportability Engineering, including Reliability and Maintainability, DMSMS, Prognostics & Health Management, and data-driven fleet operational and sparing modeling.
    • Previous experience in Logistics or ILS (Integrated Logistics Support).
    • Previous experience with Fleet operations/ Fleet support.
    • Strong skills in Microsoft Office programs including Word, Excel, MS Project, and PowerPoint.
    • Strong interpersonal, communication, and presentation skills.
    • Previous experience working with the RQ-4 platform.
    • Previous U.S. Military experience with operations and/or aircraft maintenance background.Thrive with UsAt Northrop Grumman we are invested in the growth and well-being of all our employees. We offer flexible work arrangements, phenomenal learning opportunities, exposure to a wide variety of projects and customers, and a very friendly team environment.Our Total Rewards Program offers a comprehensive employee benefits package, including a Retirement and Savings Plan, group medical, dental and vision coverage, life and disability insurance, and flexible spending accounts.We have Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) that provide benefits for the member, our leaders and the company. Our ERGs offer opportunities to be a friend, be active, be a volunteer, be a leader, to be recognized and to be yourself. Every ERG is inclusive of all employees!If you are ready to join us in defining possible, apply now.Salary Range: $137,400 - $206,000The 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.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.
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