Airborne Platform Sensors Systems Engineering Section Lead

Lead a Systems Integration department (typically 70-80 engineers) within the Systems Integrations Test & Engineering (SIT&E) organization and will report directly to the SIT&E Director. The department incorporates multiple disciplines (systems integration and test architecture, design, and analysis) to support Systems Integration needs across BaPs division programs. As a Section Lead, you will set clear operating objectives and provide leadership and mentorship to front-line managers, aligning their efforts with engineering goals, corporate policies, and strategic objectives. You will also oversee and support programs within the business unit portfolio, ensuring they have the right people, training, and processes in place to achieve successful outcomes. Building on the leadership duties outlined above, Section Leads will also spearhead risk‑identification and mitigation planning, safeguarding project performance, schedule fidelity, and technical excellence. They will proactively resolve technical or operational challenges as they arise, ensuring uninterrupted progress. In this role, the incumbent will partner with engineers and program staff to recruit, develop, and retain top talent, fostering a pipeline of skilled professionals. Frequent collaboration with peer managers, program leaders, and senior business‑unit executives will further strengthen the overall health and performance of the organization's program portfolio. Develop data analysis products that directly support an integration and test program on behalf of the customer. Research into the intricacies of test data, uncovering insights that drive innovation and excellence. Develop data analysis tools that will transform data into actionable insights and advance system design. Mentor junior engineers, sharing your expertise and passion to cultivate future leaders in the field. Present your analysis results to senior leaders and customers, highlighting the impact of your work Developing workflows that handle testing tasks with minimal human intervention for test automation. Running tests on the unit under test (UUT) to collect test artifacts for Test execution. Managing test execution across different Hardware-in-the-loop (HIL) and Software-in-the-loop (SIL) environments for test orchestration. Reviewing test artifacts to determine whether the UUT meets system requirements for test evaluation. Work independently with minimal direction, exercising considerable latitude in determining technical objectives for assignments. At Northrop Grumman, we are committed to maintaining the highest ethical standards, embracing diversity and inclusion, protecting the environment, and striving to be an ideal corporate citizen in the community and in the world. Primary Level Salary Range: $184,300.00 - $276,500.00 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. Bachelor's degree with 8 years of experience, master's degree with 6 years of experience or Ph.D. with 4 years of experience in Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics, or related technical fields. U.S Citizenship is required. A current/active DoD Secret Clearance. Ability to obtain Special Program Access (SAP). Proven ability to lead and develop engineering teams (managers and indirect staff), overseeing people, processes, and tools while managing recruiting, staffing, retention, and mentorship. Strong knowledge of the Systems Engineering lifecycle and development phases, enabling effective technical reviews, proposal support, engineering change coordination, and integration with quality, support, and manufacturing functions. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a track record of collaborating with senior leadership, peers, and cross‑functional stakeholders to drive continuous improvement in employee engagement, training, and mission outcomes. Experience integrating, testing, and troubleshooting EO/IR, electronic‑warfare, and radar systems. Experience in analyzing performance and test data from EO/IR, EW, and radar platforms. Advanced degrees in Science, Technology, Engineer, or Mathematics or other related technical fields. Active DoD Top Secret DoD Clearance or higher. Demonstrated engineering leadership through all acquisition phases—design, integration, and execution—and a proven record of creating or expanding teams/sections. Strong systems‑engineering expertise, including requirements development/management (DOORS or equivalent) and hands‑on experience with Model‑Based Systems Engineering tools such as Cameo. Proficient in Agile methodologies and tools (Jira, Confluence), with the ability to rapidly assess projects and provide technical guidance across disciplines. Broad technical background in electrical, mechanical, or environmental systems, coupled with a history of mentoring and developing engineers in multidisciplinary environments.