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Northrop Grumman · 1 month ago

SDS Design Engineering Director 1 - R10213217

Roy, UT

Full-time

Onsite

Director/Executive

$155K/yr - $269K/yr

8+ years exp

Northrop Grumman is a leader in technological advancements and is seeking an experienced Director of Design Engineering 1 to lead the Strategic Deterrent Systems Division Engineering Functional Homeroom. This role focuses on Mechanical Design and Analysis, optimizing engineering processes, and leading a cross-functional team to ensure superior quality and execution of business outcomes.

AerospaceData IntegrationManufacturingRemote SensingSecurity

Growth Opportunities

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Drive design engineering execution across the SDS Division portfolio of programs while reporting to the Strategic Deterrent Systems Division’s Engineering and Manufacturing Operations organization

Lead Mechanical Design and Analysis functions, directing integrated processes that cover the complete product lifecycle—from concept to product data package release—ensuring superior quality and optimized release velocity

Establish and direct the implementation of standardized design engineering practices and tools across the SDS Division, incorporating consistent PLM systems and techniques across nationally dispersed teams and multiple subcontractor sites

Manage all aspects of process development, training, and technical resource development across mission/weapon system engineering, subsystem/component design, nuclear surety, and SDS-specific processes and enablers

Optimize product data package and analysis data product throughput and quality by implementing best practices and leveraging data-driven management dashboards that track key performance indicators

Develop and nurture Strategic Program Partnerships with product/program leadership, facilitating collaborative solutions and integrating systems engineering priorities into the design process

Balance technical rigor with program execution by creating high-performing, accountable teams that are empowered to navigate ambiguity, drive clarity, and achieve excellence across the design engineering and analysis disciplines

Qualification

Mechanical DesignAnalysis FundamentalsProduct Lifecycle ManagementTechnical Program ManagementData-Driven ManagementModel-Based Systems EngineeringComputer-Aided DesignCross-Functional CollaborationEffective Communication

Required

Bachelor's degree with a minimum of 10 years of related experience or Masters Degree and 8 years of related experience

Experience in a formal management position

At least 3+ years of experience managing technical, high-complexity programs, including: Direct oversight of Mechanical Design and Analysis functions

Experience in developing and administering budgets and performance standards

Implementing technologies for production processes with efficient, sustainable outcomes

Experience in optimizing Common Product Lifecycle Management systems to drive Product Data Package / Analysis Data Product quality and release velocity

U.S. Citizenship with an Active Secret Clearance (investigation date/periodic review within the last 5 years) and the ability to obtain program special access

Preferred

Master's degree or higher in Engineering or a related scientific discipline

Experience establishing a new organization function and/or leading a major change initiative

Active Top Secret clearance

Experience with ICBM or complex aerospace systems

Familiarity with Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) and advanced design engineering/Computer-Aided Design (CAD) tools

Prior experience interfacing with prime contractor site leads and USAF leadership personnel

Proven track record in leading performance tasks on schedule, within cost constraints, and achieving all requirements as a project lead, integrated program team member, or cost account manager