Calspan jobs in Saint Paul, MN - 64 jobs

Calspan JETS is the global leader in ground-based jet engine testing solutions. We design and deliver advanced facilities, electro-mechanical systems, and software that power the aerospace industry-from airlines and OEMs to MROs-ensuring jet engines around the world are safe, reliable, and ready for flight. We're looking for a Project Coordinator to support project execution teams by maintaining alignment between internal project execution plans, contract delivery dates, business objectives, and an overall portfolio level resource plan. In alignment with Project Engineering, the Project Coordinator facilitates the flow of information and actions across the Operations departments throughout the project lifecycle. Heavily focused on data processing and task management, the primary areas of influence include prompt response and closure of departmental tickets, open action analysis, risk assessment, providing guidance to project engineers and project managers related to project-level changes, and quick action in support of critical objectives. Responsibilities Coordinate with Project Engineering to facilitate the execution of the project activities by: · Continuously review and complete open tickets assigned to the team, manage data and task-related changes across the portfolio of projects. · Provide administrative support: track task-level progression, review potential changes to upcoming activities, escalate outstanding issues, close open actions. · Define implications related to change requests: communicate changes/risks to relevant stakeholders. · Analyze the Execution Plan baseline information and support project engineers with cost and schedule impact assessments related to internal requests. Coordinate with technical teams to facilitate the execution of the project activities by: · Support interdepartmental engagements by attending meetings, disseminating actions, distributing assignments. · Assist is the development of proposal and project schedules. · Track and status departmental deliverables such as drawings, specifications, and test procedures in alignment with project execution plan schedules. · Track and define themes, trends, and support root cause analysis for issues noted in the portfolio. Qualifications Preferred Education / Experience: · Associate's degree in relevant field and/or applicable professional certifications. · 3+ years experience in a related discipline. · Previous experience in a related project-centric, technical, data management, or communications position. · A combination of education and experience equivalent to above. Preferred Knowledge / Ability: · Bachelor's degree in relevant field. · Experience with Project Management tools and technologies (Microsoft Project and Jira preferred). · Superior collaboration and teamwork - working problems with multiple conflicting solutions. · Strong analytical and technical critical thinking skills. · Excellent written and verbal communication skills. · Intrinsic motivation and superior organization skills. · Ability to oversee multiple tasks in a challenging environment. · Data visualization/Power BI, proposal generation, business development experience a plus. Why join Calspan? Be Calspan Culture At Calspan, we promote an environment that empowers employees and encourages innovation. Our management team enables a strong sense of teamwork with each endeavor, where successes are shared and lessons are learned. The company's talent brand, “Be Calspan”, incorporates our company values to Be Inclusive, Accountable, and Innovative and our commitment to drive every individual to - Be Developed, Be Balanced, Be Connected, Be Community and Be Recognized. Our culture promotes a positive atmosphere and a competitive can-do method of action. Great Benefits = Happy, Committed Employees Retaining great talent is as important as finding it, so at Calspan, we take our employee value proposition of Be Calspan quite seriously. To us, that means offering competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, recognition programs and promotional opportunities. Our benefits include: Health Insurance, Health Savings Accounts, Flexible Spending Accounts, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Life Insurance/Accidental Death & Dismemberment, Short-Term/Long-Term Disability, 401(k), Hospital Coverage, Accident Coverage, Life Insurance Policy, Paid-Time Off, Company-paid Holidays, Bereavement Leave, Jury Duty, Military Leave, Employee Assistance Program, Educational Assistance Reimbursement , and Pet Insurance. Calspan is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status. Calspan supports safe and drug free workplace through pre-employment background checks and drug testing. The salary range provided is a general guideline. Actual pay will depend on several factors, including, but not limited to, education, experience, training, and other applicable qualifications. Calspan is committed to pay transparency in compliance with applicable state and local laws. All candidates must be eligible to work in the United States. Salary Range (min) USD $30.00/Yr. Salary Range (max) USD $42.00/Yr.

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available CLEARANCE TYPE: NoneTRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the TimeDescriptionAt 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. Put your skills to the test by pushing the boundaries of what's possible. From global defense to sustainment and modernization to mission readiness, your experience and ability will make it a reality. Our programs are built on equal parts of curiosity and collaboration. Our combined effort means our customers can connect and defend millions of people around the world. With Northrop Grumman, you'll have the opportunity to be an essential part of projects that will define your career, now and in the future. At Northrop Grumman Defense Systems, we have an exceptional opportunity for a Test Inspection Manager to support our Armament Systems business site in Plymouth, MN. This site develops and produces medium- and large-caliber ammunition as well as precision capabilities for direct and indirect fire systems. Leading the industry, this team successfully completes lifecycle support for medium-caliber cannons, develops miniature, precision strike weapons for airborne platforms, creates survivability solutions for soldiers and the next generation tactical ammunition for a variety of combat platforms Job Description Manages the Inspection organization within the Plymouth, MN facility. Responsible for the direct supervision/management of in-process inspection for conceptual, developmental and production buildings. This role will be responsible for employees who test and/or inspect products to determine compliance with specifications. Key responsibilities include: Direct management responsibility for approximately 10 direct inspection reports. Assures high quality products, services, and solutions throughout the inspection life cycles. Ensures compliance with quality inspection requirements. Assists with inspection needs throughout the Test Inspection Organization. Establish key process indicators / measures to assess inspection success and performance. Implement and audit Quality Management System (QMS) business policies and processes, IAW quality objectives and contract quality requirements. May participate in product / program nonconformance reviews and corrective action review board. Basic Qualifications: This position emphasizes skills first Must have 9 years of Test Inspection experience. May consider Bachelor's degree plus 5 years of relevant experience. Extensive experience with inspection equipment, standards, and requirements (CMM, VMM, Surface Plate, Hand Gages, Hardness, Soldering, Adhesives, Circuit Boards, Finishing, Plating, Coatings, Assemblies (Mechanical, Electronic), Fasteners. Machining, Sheet Metal, Electronic Assembly, Castings, Metal Stamping, etc. Extensive experience with documenting and reviewing inspection plans and methods. Strong understanding of AS9100/ISO9001 & AS9102 requirements IPC-A-610 - Acceptability of Electronic Assemblies: Cl 3 (High Quality) J-STD-001 - Requirements for Soldering Electrical/Electronic Assemblies (Matls/Methods/Test/Process Control) Familiarity with NIST - Natl Institute of Stds & Technology (Measurement, Standards, Technology) Calibration Labs, Cyber-Security, Handbook 44 (Weights/Measures, Insp Methods) Strong understanding and application of statistical methods and data analytics expertise - (Mini-Tab, QI Macros) Strong written and verbal communication and formal presentation skills May be required to obtain and maintain a Secret Security Clearance US Citizenship required Preferred Qualifications: Experience managing teams within one or more of the following areas: Mission Assurance, Supply Chain Management, Systems Engineering, Quality Engineering, or Manufacturing / Process Engineering, or Equivalent ASQ Certifications such as CQE, CQI, CQT, CQM/OE, etc. Experience with Minitab or equivalent statistical software Process-focused ISO9001/AS9100 audit experience Primary Level Salary Range: $93,100.00 - $139,700.00The 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 *********************************** U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available CLEARANCE TYPE: NoneTRAVEL: NoDescriptionAt 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. Northrop Grumman Defense Systems is seeking an experienced Receiving Inspector to support our Armament Systems Business site in Plymouth, MN. We are a leading producer of medium and large-caliber tactical and training ammunition for U.S. and allied militaries. Northrop Grumman is at the forefront of developing new, advanced ammunition types that include armor penetration, airbursting, proximity-fuzed and guided munitions to enhance lethality and overmatch on the battlefield. Inspection of incoming goods & services to inspection plans, drawings and established standards for a variety of fabricated, machined, electro-mechanical assemblies, circuit cards, castings, etc. Perform visual and dimensional inspections per established criteria. Review of supplier data packages (test data and certifications) to requirements. Perform inspections for first article, lot acceptance tests and special requests per criteria. Responsibilities: Inspection of received goods and services AS9102 First article inspections, LAT Lot Acceptance Testing, PCA (Physical Configuration Audits) Special/Prototype inspections Review of supplier test data and certification packages Develop CMM and VMM measurement programs Consult with engineers for measurement methodology Construct holding fixtures for CMM measurement Conduct internal audits Maintain lab practices/operations in compliance with standards & certifications Issue and follow up on discrepancy reports Support QMS audits and corrective actions Basic Qualifications: High School degree. Associated Technical Degree, Certification, or Diploma Minimum of 6 years' dimensional inspection experience in the aerospace industry or similar highly regulated environment Knowledge of AS9100 Minimum 3 years PC-DMIS or CMM Calypso programming experience Minimum 3 years Zone 3 VMM programming experience Experience reading blueprints Advanced GD&T skills Experienced in surface plate inspections using standard measuring equipment Dimensional inspection experience utilizing micrometers, bore gages, height gages, dial indicators, gage blocks, optical comparators, hardness testers, profilometers, etc. Experience inspecting circuit boards and assemblies Familiar with sampling plans Preferred Qualifications: Minimum 8 years' electro/mechanical inspection experience in aerospace or similar highly regulated environment. Formal advanced GD&T training IPC-A-600 and/or IPC-A-610 Certifications Experience with Net-Inspect Source Inspection experience ASQ Certified Quality Inspector Primary Level Salary Range: $69,300.00 - $115,500.00The 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 *********************************** U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available CLEARANCE TYPE: SecretTRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the TimeDescriptionAt 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. At the heart of Defining Possible is our commitment to missions. In rapidly changing global security environments, Northrop Grumman brings informed insights and software-secure technology to enable strategic planning. We're looking for innovators who can help us keep building on our wide portfolio of secure, affordable, integrated, and multi-domain systems and technologies that fuel those missions. By joining in our shared mission, we'll support yours of expanding your personal network and developing skills, whether you are new to the field, or an industry thought leader. At Northrop Grumman, you'll have the resources, support, and team to do some of the best work of your career. Northrop Grumman Defense Systems Sector is seeking a Principal/Senior Principal Contract Administrator to join its team of qualified, and diverse professionals. This position will be located in Plymouth, MN. This is an on-site position, hybrid or remote options are not available for this position. This is a very dynamic OU with high volume and fast paced contracts supporting numerous international customers, US DOD customers, and other prime contractors. Candidate must be a self-starter with the ability to manage customer relationships while collaborating internally with program and functional team members to facilitate successful contract execution and resolve emerging issues. International or commercial contract experience is preferred. Working knowledge of FAR/DFAR's is a plus but not required. Candidate must also have experience with and aptitude for managing contracts within a fast-paced, high-volume environment. Essential Functions: Prioritize proposal activities and working on multiple tasks simultaneously Identify contractual risks and mitigate with appropriate contract provisions Serve as key business advisor to the program managers on contractual and operational matters Oversees all phases of the contract administration process, from initial preparation and negotiation through execution, changes or extensions, and termination. Plan and execute successful contract negotiations of a complex nature and achieving targeted profit rates, favorable terms and conditions on both contracts and other agreements required to assist in mitigating risk and meeting overall financial goals Build customer intimacy despite geographical separation as well as be able to effectively cultivate those relationships early on Make decisions in a timely manner under tight deadlines and pressure Offer guidance and work collaboratively with a multitude of organizations ranging from technical, program, finance, global supply chain, and trade compliance for seamless contract administration Maintain comprehensive and organized electronic and hard copy records of all contracts and related documentation for easy access and auditing Other duties as assigned This requisition may be filled at a higher grade based on qualifications listed below. Basic Qualifications: Level 3: Bachelor's degree with 5+ years of professional experience in contracts - OR - Master's degree with 3+ years Level 4: Bachelor's degree with 8+ years of professional experience in contracts- OR - Master's degree with 6+ years Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to use them in informing, presenting, and negotiating to all levels of management Team player, independent, proactive, and possess excellent problem solving, oral and written communication, and organizational skills. Experience evaluating/negotiating FAR clauses in different contract types Preferred Qualifications: Demonstrated people leadership and/or supervisory/management experience. Must possess excellent problem solving and decision-making skills that support accomplishment of discipline objective to resolve complex problems and minimize risk to the Corporation. Ability to work independently and make independent decisions, ensuring high levels of collaboration with stakeholders and subject matter experts. Knowledge of Contract Management System (CMS) and Cost Point (CP). Proficient in Excel, PowerPoint, Word, SharePoint, etc. Primary Level Salary Range: $89,900.00 - $134,900.00Secondary Level Salary Range: $112,200.00 - $168,200.00The 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 *********************************** U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.

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. Northrop Grumman Defense Systems is seeking an experienced **Business Development Representative** to support our **Armament Systems** business team located in **Plymouth, MN** . This site develops and produces medium- and large-caliber ammunition as well as precision capabilities for direct and indirect fire systems. Leading the industry, this team successfully completes lifecycle support for medium-caliber cannons, develops miniature, precision strike weapons for airborne platforms, creates survivability solutions for soldiers and the next generation tactical ammunition for a variety of combat platforms **Role Description & Responsibilities:** Northrop Grumman is actively seeking an experienced and motivated individual to exercise their demonstrated professional skills in support of the activities required to identify, develop, and capture new business opportunities in the precision munitions market segment. In this role, as part of the growth-oriented and customer-focused Combat Systems Business Development team, will be responsible for utilizing processes for opportunities and pursuits organization that drives precision munitions market segment growth. In addition, this role will be responsible for delivering an extraordinary customer experience across our global customer environment and infusing our strategic focus and messaging into all elements of the customer engagement. The ability to work both independently and within a highly motivated team of business development, program management, financial, and engineering professionals is required. The Staff Business Development Representative role reports directly to the Combat Systems Business Development Director. **Location** This position is based in our Armament Systems site in **Plymouth, MN** and requires on-site support **The Sr Principal Business Development Representative will:** + Prepare consolidated business development capture strategies and executable plans in support of new business acquisition driving growth and expansion within the Combat Systems portfolio. + Create, maintain and implement a customer engagement strategy and senior customer visit plans across domestic and international military, government, and industry leadership. + Proactively work with external customers and internal stakeholders across departments and the Combat Systems operating unit to execute structured and well-planned business development and capture initiatives. + Develop and deliver comprehensive and targeted customer presentations which communicate recommended precision munition solutions that address requirements critical to providing lethal overmatch to the Warfighter. + Proactively work with the Combat Systems portfolio managers and across departments to support creation and maintenance of multi-year orders forecast and long-range strategic plan (LRSP). + Lead activities throughout the business development lifecycle including proposal management and development. + Provide justification and oversight of required discretionary investments for assigned new business pursuits. + Responsible for the accuracy and consistency of the Customer Relationships Management (CRM) tools while following the process standards of the Northrop Grumman Business Acquisition Process (BAP). **Basic Qualifications:** + This position emphasizes skills first. + Must have 12 years of experience in Business Development, Marketing, or Program Management.Will consider bachelor's Degree (BA/BS) in Business, Engineering, or Marketing plus 8 years of experience in Defense Industry with exceptional understanding of the DOD market and acquisition processes, or master's degree plus 6 years of experience. + U.S. Citizenship + Ability to obtain and maintain a Government Secret Security Clearance + Demonstrated strategic thinking skills. + Excellent interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills. + Proficient with MS Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel) and experience with CRM tools (SalesForce preferred). + Must be able to travel as needed (up to 25% of the time). **Desired Qualifications:** + Master's degree or MBA. + Project Management Professional (PMP) certification. + Prior experience with precision munitions highly preferred + Proficiency with Shipley Proposal & Capture Methods Primary Level Salary Range: $131,100.00 - $196,700.00 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 *********************************** U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available CLEARANCE TYPE: SecretTRAVEL: Yes, 25% of the TimeDescriptionAt 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. Northrop Grumman's Armaments Systems Business Unit is looking for a Program Director I to manage our Advanced Lightweight Torpedo (ALWT) program in Plymouth, MN. The position's primary responsibilities will focus on strategic alignment, program production program execution, product development oversight, and customer management for the ALWT program within the Combat Systems Operating Unit (OU). The Program Director is responsible for oversight of a program with a projected > $230M revenue, establishing production and program growth strategies (domestic and international), and overall program execution performance. Responsibilities will include but is not limited to: Advocating and implementing the OU Director's vision, mission, and goals. Manage ALWT Portfolio revenue, profit, and cash performance. Manage a high-performance program team. Providing critical leadership and direction to dotted line functional managers and operations to ensure effective management of all program elements ranging from program start-up, execution, and positioning to capture follow-on phases and international contracts. Strategically planning through directing program and portfolio strategy development that integrates with the overall business and strategy; and participating in the business strategic and discretionary planning process. Planning for capital expenditures supporting ALWT production and associated financial goals. Providing overall leadership and direction to the program team (to include development of team members, team engagement, issue resolution, and initiating corrective actions). Directing program and portfolio strategy development integrated with the overall business and strategy; and participating in the business strategic and discretionary planning processes. Maintaining proper portfolio discretionary budget oversight. Managing risk, issues, and opportunity processes. Identifies potential risks and opportunities that could impact portfolio performance and takes proactive action to resolve issues regarding cost, schedule, prioritization, and resource allocation. Establishing and clearly communicating overall portfolio objectives, mission, vision, and strategy - builds morale and supports team needs. Driving timely and clearly communicated decisions and recommendations to senior leadership, the program team, and management team. Building and maintaining successful relationships with current and prospective customers; coordinates and communicates effectively with functional leadership and teams. Managing proposal teams and timely delegations with senior leadership. Able to communicate with senior leadership and outline potential opportunities, proposal schedules, financial positions, and proposed risks. Basic Qualifications: 12 years of experience required with a Bachelor's Degree, or 10 years of experience with a Master's Degree, supporting U.S. Government or commercial contracts and customers and/or project management in other industries A strong technical background is essential for this Program Director role, as it enables effective communication with engineering teams, informed decision-making, and the ability to drive innovative solutions in complex projects. The following technical skills are particularly important: Data Analysis: Ability to analyze project data and metrics to inform decision-making and measure success. Software Development: Understanding of software development processes and technologies, especially if managing tech-focused programs. Systems Engineering: Knowledge of systems integration and engineering principles, particularly for complex projects that involve multiple components. Technical Architecture: Familiarity with software architecture and design patterns to ensure alignment with organizational standards. Change Management: Skills in managing and implementing technology-driven changes within organizations. Risk Management: Expertise in identifying, assessing, and mitigating technical risks associated with project delivery. Excellent interpersonal skills with ability to manage the program team daily. Demonstrated ability to manage revenue, profit, and cash performance of programs. Master of project management skills and techniques including work breakdown structures, integrated master scheduling and earned value management. Demonstrated experience working with customers to ensure project success. Strong formal and informal communication skills with all levels of internal and external management. Ability to operate and lead in team environment and teach and mentor others to manage in same way - a strong willingness to learn, take initiative and resolve issues. Ability to resolve disputes and negotiate with positive outcome while maintaining good relationships with customers. Familiarity with U.S. Navy torpedo or demonstrated ability to managing integration of complex systems. Defense Industry and DoD contract experience strongly desired. Ability to manage risk to reduce likelihood and severity of program impacts. International business experience. Strategic thinker with excellent organizational skills. Be able to obtain a DoD Secret Clearance. Able to travel both international and domestically up to 25% of the time. Preferred Qualifications: Masters in Business Administration is strongly desired. Prior experience with large or medium caliber military armaments. PMI training and certification desired. #LI-MJ5 Primary Level Salary Range: $207,400.00 - $311,000.00The 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 *********************************** U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available CLEARANCE TYPE: SecretTRAVEL: Yes, 25% of the TimeDescriptionAt 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. Northrop Grumman is seeking a Sr. Principal Supply Chain Specialist (Material Program Mgmt.) for our Business Unit, Armament Systems, located in Plymouth, MN. Put your skills to the test by pushing the boundaries of what's possible. From global defense to sustainment and modernization to mission readiness, your experience and ability will make it a reality. Our programs are built on equal parts of curiosity and collaboration. Our combined effort means our customers can connect and defend millions of people around the world. With Northrop Grumman, you'll have the opportunity to be an essential part of projects that will define your career, now and in the future. Position Summary: Supports and manages all subcontracted and purchased material for the Armament Systems Business Unit. Coordinate activities of various Supply Chain disciplines by creating and participating in program level Supply Chain strategies and plans. Ensure the placement and receipt of all material requirements to meet those strategies and plans in support of program requirements including complete material management / ownership (schedule, cost and Material EAC). This individual is the liaison between the program office and the Supply Chain organization and is responsible for the development, coordination and execution of all program specific material strategies, supply chain objectives, and enterprise objectives. Will represent Supply Chain to the Customer, Program Management and Weapons Systems management. This individual may be responsible for multiple programs, which will have numerous variations in responsibilities from simple to complex. This individual will manage all program proposal Supply Chain activities in support of strategic pursuits to enable success of each program. International experience is desired. The Principal Supply Chain Specialist functions include, but are not limited to, functioning as the “owner” of the materials i.e. Deputy Program Manager for all material related items. This includes: developing material strategies on complex programs; facilitate Make/Buy decisions; prepare and execute Material Program Plans (MPPs) which includes both cost and schedule; identifying and mitigating complex program risks as they pertain to material requirements; achieve program material budget objectives by developing a set of strategies that will achieve those directives; gather estimate at complete (EAC) data and managing program purchase requirements to meet production build schedules; work closely with Subcontracts and Purchasing with resolving Supply Chain issues for the program and work closely with the program office in resolving program material cost problems. This individual will also be required to contribute to enterprise initiatives, with the program and within Supply Chain. Manage a material cost account under a program with EVMS requirements and cost accounting responsibility (material and labor) for an assigned program. May serve on an approval board such as CCB, MRB, etc. Major Responsibilities: • Achieve EAC (estimate at complete) and ETC (estimate to complete) goals within programs of responsibility. • Achieve budget price variance (B.P.V.) goals for programs of responsibility • Achieve material sales goals (Inventory Receipts) • Support on-time delivery performance of suppliers within programs of responsibility (Supplier OTD >98%). • Ensure high quality products from suppliers within programs of responsibility (Supplier Quality >98%). • Develop and execute strategic commodity plans and procurement process improvements to ensure future / long term program success. • Lead a group of purchasing professionals in the development of sourcing strategies, bid package preparation, supplier evaluation and selection. Basic Requirements: This position emphasizes skills and experience. Must have 14 years of experience. Will consider a Bachelor's degree with 10 years of experience or MS with 8 years of experience. This individual must be able to convert customer terms, conditions and requirements into estimating requirements for suppliers, and be able to review Supplier proposals for completeness and conformance to program requirements. Superior communication skills (written and verbal), leadership abilities, negotiation skills and the ability to team in a cross-functional environment are required to perform in this position. This individual must have experience providing complex material program strategies for programs with numerous end item and variations. This individual must be a self-starter, capable of achieving organizational and program objectives, and able to interface with all levels of internal management, supplier management and the external customer. Since the communication of information is a key component of this position, excellent presentation skills will be required in order to keep internal customers, suppliers and the external customer informed. Able to travel up to 25% of the time Must be a US Citizen and able to acquire a Secret Clearance Preferred Requirements: The ideal candidate brings 10+ years of relevant experience from a large DoD organization coupled with a deep understanding of supply chain management and program management. Thorough knowledge of purchasing and planning, material procurement, MRP/ERP planning and transactions, BOM structures, and material estimating and Basis of Estimate creation. Experience with Deltek Costpoint system(s) is a plus. Understanding of FAR/DFAR Regulations. Prefer someone with excellent time management skills and the ability to set the appropriate priorities to the many tasks that they will be required to perform. Experience leading teams is desired as this individual may also be required to lead specialized groups for the purpose of achieving specific organization goals. Experience working with Microsoft Excel. Primary Level Salary Range: $112,200.00 - $168,200.00The 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 *********************************** U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.

Calspan JETS is the global leader in ground-based jet engine testing solutions. We design and deliver advanced facilities, electro-mechanical systems, and software that power the aerospace industry-from airlines and OEMs to MROs-ensuring jet engines around the world are safe, reliable, and ready for flight. We are looking for a Controls Engineer who will be responsible for design, implementation, test, and support of controls, software, and data acquisition systems used in test cells, wind tunnels, and other aerospace ground test facilities. Responsibilities * Design and Analysis - Develop or reuse system design solution to meet customer requirements. Partner with designers and project team to deliver complete design package (drawings, BOMs, Etc.). Design and develop electronic subsystems, including data acquisition systems, control and integration of electro-mechanical valves and instrumentation (temperatures, pressures, flow, etc.), control loops, electrical control systems, junction boxes, and panel layouts. * Scope, Schedule, Budget - Perform engineering tasks on schedule and within budget. Ensure system design aligns with as-sold scope, customer requirements, quality standards, and industry codes. Communicate regularly with project team on status, issues, and variances to plan. * Document - Document and present work in accordance with quality requirements. Prepare design criteria, calculation packages, procurement specifications, technical reports, validation plans, and product manuals. Participate and lead internal and customer design reviews. * Support - Interface with procurement, production, and installation teams to quickly resolve issues discovered during assembly and test. Travel to customer and subcontractor sites for design reviews, site surveys, and system commissioning. * Quote - Assist marketing in developing proposals for future work. Develop concepts, cost estimates, proposal write-ups, analyses, options, and recommendations. Qualifications Preferred Education / Experience: * Bachelors degree in Electrical Engineering. * 5+ years of experience in controls, electronics, data acquisition systems or similar role or; * A combination of education and experience equivalent to above Preferred Knowledge / Ability: * Experience with design and implementation of controls, electronics, or data acquisition systems. * Familiarity with NFPA 70 (National Electric Code). * Familiarity with AutoCAD or SolidWorks for designing and troubleshooting electrical systems. * Experience with PLCs, electro-mechanical systems and software programming experience preferred. * Excellent interpersonal, presentation, and leadership skills, demonstrated initiative and attention to completeness, accuracy and detail. * Must be a self-starter, able to balance priorities between multiple projects simultaneously. * Demonstrated ability to meet budgets and schedules. * Ability to work effectively and productively as an individual contributor and collaborate as part of a multi-disciplinary team. * 15% international and/or domestic travel * US Person * Valid passport Salary Range (min) USD $85,000.00/Yr. Salary Range (max) USD $115,000.00/Yr.

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available CLEARANCE TYPE: SecretTRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the TimeDescriptionAt 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. Northrop Grumman Armament Systems is seeking a Program Planning and Scheduling Manager (Manager Level 1) to support our Plymouth, MN site. This manager must be capable of creating and maintaining a resource-loaded schedule network that is the core of a schedule-driven EVMS implementation. Job duties and responsibilities will include, but are not limited to, the following: Manage scheduling personnel. Mentor and develop professional talent within the business unit. Provide program schedulers with day-to-day support, guidance, troubleshooting, and satisfying programmatic requirements Prepare, develop and coordinate the integrated master plan and integrated master schedule to meet all program objectives. Track plans and schedules, perform risk analysis, identify and resolve critical path and network logic conflicts. Provide program planning and scheduling support to internal and external customers. This includes gathering of source planning data, logical sequencing of activities, establishing activity durations and loading of resources in an Integrated Master Schedule Network for the purpose of providing status reporting and earned value analysis of work performed against the approved baseline plan. Implement automated planning software to perform schedule analysis and reporting, including critical path analysis and assessment, schedule risk assessments, schedule health metrics analysis. Analyze variances/trends and develop new methods and process techniques. Able to assist in the creation and presentation of content to various levels of leadership, efficiently work with multiple functional teams, supplier teams, and Program/Project Managers and exert some influence on peers and internal customers. Support/coordinate internal and external surveillance audits and DCMA surveillance reviews, and integrated baseline reviews Ensure full compliance with corporate policies, with particular focus on implementation of the NG Earned Value Management System Basic Qualifications: 9+ years of experience in Business Management with Bachelor's degree - OR - 7+ years of experience with a Master's Experience with Microsoft Project and the development of an Integrated Master Schedule Proficiency with MS Office applications Full understanding Earned Value Management (EVM) practices and the ability to support implementation on programs with varying contract types Experience in supporting Integrated Product Teams (IPTs), Integrated Baseline Reviews (IBRs) and DCMA Joint Surveillance Reviews (JSRs) Preferred Qualifications: Experience with Deltek Open Plan and Acumen Fuse Experience with SSI Tools Experience leading a team Experience in the aerospace and defense industry Experience scheduling in an Earned Value management environment with working knowledge and experience with scheduling in a compliant EVMS environment, including familiarity with DI-MGMT-81650 and related government requirements Active DOD or ability and willingness to obtain a Secret Clearance Primary Level Salary Range: $112,600.00 - $169,000.00The 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 *********************************** U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.

Calspan JETS is the world's leading provider of ground-based jet engine testing solutions for the aerospace industry. We design and deliver highly engineered facilities, electro-mechanical systems, and advanced software tailored for jet engine testing. Airlines, OEMs, and MROs trust our solutions to ensure the safety and reliability of the global fleet-every single day. At Calspan JETS, we cultivate a culture of excellence, collaboration, and continuous innovation. As part of our integrated team, you'll contribute to complex systems that support the most advanced jet engines in the world. Here, your work matters-and your ideas help shape the future of flight. We're currently seeking a Senior Systems Software Engineer to play a key role in the development and maintenance of Linux-based software for our Data Acquisition and Control System (DACS). Responsibilities Core Responsibilities Listed Below - Compensation and position level commensurate with education and experience. Design and Develop Software Solutions: Architect, design, and implement software tools and systems to maintain and enhance the Linux-based Data Acquisition and Control System (DACS) used in the testing of jet engines, ensuring seamless integration with new hardware and improving system functionality. Troubleshoot and Optimize System Performance: Identify, diagnose, and resolve performance bottlenecks and functional issues within the DACS environment, continuously improving the overall reliability and efficiency of the software. Collaborate with Cross-Functional Teams: Work closely with other software engineers, hardware engineers, and engineering leadership to develop and deliver new features for the DACS, ensuring the system interfaces effectively with various instrumentation, measurement equipment, and other test facility hardware Lead and Mentor Software Engineering Team: Provide technical leadership and mentorship to junior and mid-level engineers, guiding best practices in software development, architecture, and troubleshooting. Integrate Modern Measurement Hardware: Develop and implement software solutions on Linux to connect and communicate with modern measurement hardware, ensuring compatibility and enhancing the overall testing capabilities. Maintain System Documentation and Best Practices: Maintain comprehensive documentation of the software architecture, design patterns, and system configurations while enforcing best practices for coding, testing, and software deployment Qualifications Preferred Education / Experience: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related discipline 5+ years of experience in computer programming or similar industry or; A combination of education and experience equivalent to the above. Preferred Knowledge / Ability: Experience with C, C++, Labview, Python, or similar programming languages Experience with Bash, Make, CMake, and Git Experience in development for the Linux operating system Comfortable working with Atlassian tools (Jira & Confluence) Ability to read wiring diagrams and/or mechanical drawings Ability or experience with electro-mechanical systems Experience with logic controllers or similar programmable computer devices/resources Experience in structural programming, controls, data acquisition, and/or jet engine testing preferred Valid Driver's License Valid Passport US Person Ability to travel up to 15% Why join Calspan? Be Calspan Culture At Calspan, we promote an environment that empowers employees and encourages innovation. Our management team enables a strong sense of teamwork with each endeavor, where successes are shared and lessons are learned. The company's talent brand, “Be Calspan”, incorporates our company values to Be Inclusive, Accountable, and Innovative and our commitment to drive every individual to - Be Developed, Be Balanced, Be Connected, Be Community and Be Recognized. Our culture promotes a positive atmosphere and competitive can-do method of action. Great Benefits = Happy, Committed Employees Retaining great talent is as important as finding it, so at Calspan, we take our employee value proposition of Be Calspan quite seriously. To us, that means offering competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, recognition programs and promotional opportunities. Our benefits include: Health Insurance, Health Savings Accounts, Flexible Spending Accounts, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Life Insurance/Accidental Death & Dismemberment, Short-Term/Long-Term Disability, 401(k), Hospital Coverage, Accident Coverage, Life Insurance Policy, Paid-Time Off, Company-paid Holidays, Bereavement Leave, Jury Duty, Military Leave, Employee Assistance Program, Educational Assistance Reimbursement , and Pet Insurance. Calspan is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status. Calspan supports safe and drug free workplace through pre-employment background checks and drug testing. The salary range provided is a general guideline. Actual pay will depend on several factors, including, but not limited to, education, experience, training, and other applicable qualifications. Calspan is committed to pay transparency in compliance with applicable state and local laws. All candidates must be eligible to work in the United States. Salary Range (min) USD $100,000.00/Yr. Salary Range (max) USD $160,000.00/Yr.

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available CLEARANCE TYPE: NoneTRAVEL: Yes, 50% of the TimeDescriptionAt 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. Northrop Grumman, Armament Systems Business Unit (ASBU), has an opening for a Manager Distribution 1 to join our team of highly qualified and diverse individuals. This position will be located in Plymouth, Minnesota. Our Armament Systems Business Unit produces Military Grade Ammunition and Gun Systems. The Production Planning team within the Manufacturing and Infrastructure (M & I) department has a need for Manager Distribution 1, with a position as a functional homeroom manager, leading a team of individual contributors. Functional responsibilities include: Staff support all Armament Systems programs Conducting periodic performance evaluations, including quarter connection, one-on-one, and annual reviews Providing technical leadership and guidance to the staff Professional development and mentoring of direct reports Supporting Functional Homeroom initiatives and projects which include process improvement, Event Response Teams, Corrective, and Preventive Action implementation Process Improvement: Train and implement utilization of our digital ERP system, Costpoint, throughout the ASBU - to include BOM creation/maintenance & material requirements planning (MRP) Develop and implement a robust MPS process for the rolling execution window Drive supply & demand alignment for the execution window and implement a material review process covering a rolling 4-month period Establish a mature Sales, Inventory & Operations Planning process in support of both near-term MPS requirements and long-range growth targets Implement targeted KPI's and define red/yellow/green return-to-standard criteria Lead the transition from Costpoint to SAP for the M & I department Implement continuous improvement initiatives to optimize production processes Evaluate and recommend process enhancements to increase productivity and reduce waste Lead cross-functional teams to streamline workflows and improve efficiency Lead weekly cycle counts at Plymouth and NRE. Resource Allocation: Drive appropriate capacity planning strategy to support both near-term and long-terms demand Determine the necessary resources required for program support needs Allocate resources effectively to meet production targets while minimizing costs Monitor resource usage and adjust allocations as needed to address changing priorities Regularly monitor the ratio of support costs to production costs. Support costs encompass all ancillary expenses essential for maintaining and optimizing our production capabilities. Team Leadership: Supervise and mentor inventory stockroom staff, shipping staff, receiving staff, and warehouse storage space at Plymouth, NRE, American Ordinance, and TPG, providing guidance and support as needed. Foster a collaborative and positive work environment that encourages teamwork and innovation. Conduct performance reviews and provide constructive feedback to team members. Logistics Management: Oversee the transportation and storage of raw materials, WIP and finished goods Ensure materials are handled, stored, and transported in compliance with safety and quality standards Optimize logistics processes to reduce costs and improve delivery times Supply Chain Coordination: Lead cross-functional engagement with Material Program Management, Material Planning, and Procurement to drive material alignment in support of the MPS Collaborate with the Planning and Procurement organizations to address and resolve any supply chain disruptions that could impact production Ensure seamless communication and coordination between Operations and Global Supply Chain functional teams Cycle Time: Monitor metrics on production control process spans. Objective: Identify bottlenecks and areas where time can be reduced. Basic Qualifications: Bachelor's Degree plus 4 years' experience in production control & scheduling, material planning, logistics or related field within a manufacturing or supply chain environment OR Master's Degree plus 2 years' experience in production control & scheduling, material planning, logistics or related field within a manufacturing or supply chain environment Subject matter expert (SME) in Costpoint Subject matter expert (SME) in SAP Proven leadership experience on a project and/or team Experience in the Aerospace and Defense Industry Must be a US Citizen Able to travel up to 50% (domestic only) Preferred Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in the following subjects: Supply Chain Management, Finance, or Business Administration. Experience with Integration & Test, defense, aerospace or high-reliability product development industries. Knowledge of warehouse inventory management baseline and scope definition Strong Background with SAP 4/HANA Experience with MS Access and MS Project. Expert in Excel Spreadsheets Primary Level Salary Range: $95,400.00 - $143,200.00The 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 *********************************** U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available CLEARANCE TYPE: SecretTRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the TimeDescriptionAt 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. Northrop Grumman Defense Systems has an exceptional opportunity for an experienced Mechanical Engineer to support our Weapons Systems - Armament site in Plymouth, MN. We are a leading producer of medium and large-caliber tactical and training ammunition for U.S. and allied militaries. Northrop Grumman is at the forefront of developing new, advanced ammunition types that include armor penetration, airbursting, proximity-fuzed and guided munitions to enhance lethality and overmatch on the battlefield. Position Overview This position provides mechanical and production engineering support for development and fabrication of medium caliber ammunition. In general, as a member of an integrated product team, you will be providing mechanical engineering support and work direction to distributed manufacturing and test locations, investigating and solving design and manufacturing issues, developing and documenting manufacturing processes, coordinating efforts between internal functional groups, supporting manufacturing and ammunition testing, supporting communications with our customers, and providing support and oversight to material suppliers. This role will be focused on the mechanical design of the medium caliber ammunition being developed. Typical Duties (Including but not limited to) Conduct Failure Analysis and Corrective Actions to drive the rapid resolution of complex design issues. Provide mechanical design-to-production engineering support for the development of new and modification of existing medium caliber ammunition products Provide work direction and engineering support to our distributed manufacturing and test locations Assist in the resolution of complex manufacturing line process issues such as machining, metal finishing, painting, heat treating, general mechanical assembly, and test Research and evaluate commercially available tools and equipment to support manufacturing activities. Design and procure specialized tooling and fixtures. Develop new, and improve existing, manufacturing processes Develop task releases, get them approved and introduced into the manufacturing system Prepare for and support Build Readiness Reviews and Production Readiness Reviews Create test requests and support test readiness reviews Coordinate manufacturing efforts between internal functional disciplines including Engineering, Supply Chain, Quality, Manufacturing, and Test. As the responsible agent for the product Technical Data Package, support the creation and release of Engineering Changes (concept through final release). Provide Engineering disposition on tooling and gage changes from internal and external sources Provide Engineering disposition on non-conforming product from internal and external sources Provide Engineering approval on proposed process changes from internal and external sources Create, publish, review and maintain all necessary documentation required for new and existing manufacturing programs. Manufacturing work instructions Manufacturing bills of material and build lists TDP reviews for correctness and completeness Ensure appropriate documentation is in Configuration Management system Monitor In-Process Testing and Lot Acceptance Testing for compliance to performance specification requirements. Assist in the preparation of engineering and program proposals Assist in the preparation of and participate in customer meetings and program reviews Travel up to about 10% Basic Qualifications Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering or similar STEM discipline plus 5 years of relevant experience in engineering. Or master's degree plus 3 years of relevant engineering experience. Ability to guide successful completion of significant tasks and provide some work direction, mentoring, and coordination of other technical team members. Some experience working and communicating with customers, program management, and engineering management Technical understanding of mechanical mechanisms, electromechanical mechanisms, manufacturing processes, metal fabrication, and standard assembly processes. Applies knowledge of engineering and scientific methods, theories and research techniques in the disciplined investigation and solution of technical problems. The person filling this position must be able to work with a wide variety of multi-discipline people, in remote settings, interact with them frequently, building strong trusting relationships. Experience and proficiency in working with multiple projects. Self-motivated to start and complete quality work Strong communication skills, written and verbal Strong computer skills in Microsoft Suite, including MS Project. Applicants selected may be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. U.S. Citizenship is required. Ability to obtain a U.S. government secret level security clearance As a responsible party to ATF, obtain coverage under Safe Explosive Act as employee possessor/responsible person upon starting. Desired Qualifications: Familiarity with metal coatings and heat treatments Familiarity and experience with energetic materials typically found in medium caliber ammunition Familiarity and experience with the manufacture and test of medium caliber ammunition Ability to read drawings with Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing Experience working at a site compliant with AS9100D, ISO 9001:2015, or equivalent Primary Level Salary Range: $98,900.00 - $148,300.00The 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 *********************************** U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available CLEARANCE TYPE: NoneTRAVEL: NoDescriptionAt 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. Northrop Grumman Defense Systems is seeking an experienced Inspector to support the Armament Systems Business Unit for our Weapons Systems Division located in Plymouth, MN. Armament Systems specializes in the development and production of medium and large-caliber ammunition as well as precision capabilities for direct and indirect fire systems. Leading the industry, this team successfully completes lifecycle support for medium caliber cannons, develops miniature, precision strike weapons for airborne platforms, creates survivability solutions for soldiers and the next generation tactical ammunition for a variety of combat platforms. Description: Inspection in an ESD controlled environment of populated circuit boards, components, sub-assemblies and assemblies to conform to inspection plans, checklists, drawings and other documentation requirements. Visual inspections under magnification using microscopes required. Limited dimensional inspections utilizing standard measuring equipment such as calipers, micrometers and drop indicators may be required. Responsibilities: Perform inspection per inspection plans and other QMS documents. Maintain inspection certifications. Maintain lab practices/operations in compliance with processes & work instructions. Issue and close non-conforming material reports per specified work instructions. Basic Qualifications: High School Diploma or equivalent, plus 4 years of inspection experience in circuit board and/or electronics environment Strong PC skills including knowledge of MS Word, Excel and inspection databases/electronic records. Ability to read and understand blueprints. Basic math skills. Mechanical ability, manual dexterity and hand/eye coordination required to perform visual inspections under microscopic conditions. Good writing skills. IPC-A-610 Certified IPC Specialist. Preferred Qualifications: 5 or more years inspection experience in circuit board and/or electronics environment. Strong PC skills including knowledge of MS Word, Excel and inspection databases/electronic records. IPC-A-610 and IPC-A-600 Certified IPC Specialist. Experience using vision measurement systems. Inspection or Electronic Technician certifications Primary Level Salary Range: $51,900.00 - $86,500.00The 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 *********************************** U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available CLEARANCE TYPE: SecretTRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the TimeDescriptionAt 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. Northrop Grumman is seeking a Sr. Principal Program Planning and Scheduling Analyst or Principal Program Planning and Scheduling Analyst for our Business Unit, Armament Systems, located in Plymouth, MN or Telecommute. Armament Systems specializes in the development and production of Ammunition, Guns and Precision Guidance Ordinance. Responsibilities: Prepares, develops and coordinates the integrated master plan and integrated master schedule. Ensures projects are horizontally and vertically integrated across functional groups including finance, engineering, material, manufacturing and quality. Supports the organization by managing and coordinating program schedules that support meeting our customer's goals and expectations. Responsible for supporting their respective programs by closely working with the Program Manager(s), Material Program Manager(s) and other key program personnel on schedule requirements. Understands overall requirements of the proposal, design, procurement, manufacturing and testing as they apply to specific programs and generate schedules capable of tracking all these activities. Responsible for analyzing schedules at least weekly to ensure program requirements are being met. Monitors the schedules and reports status to the Program Manager and appropriate IPT leads. Helps to prioritize and expedite tasks as necessary to ensure the schedule requirements are fulfilled. Schedules must be accurate and maintained from program inception through contract closeout. Identifies and resolves critical path and network logic conflicts. Utilizes Gantt, PERT, milestone charts, earned value management (EVMS) and other project management techniques to gauge progress and identify performance variances to focus on critical areas. Coordinate with the Program Manager on financial reports, quarterly EAC's and all EVMS requirements. Principal Program Level Required Skills: 9 years of work experience. Would consider a BA or BS degree with 5 years of work experience, MS with 3 years of experience. 3-5 years of scheduling experience. Excellent math and communication skills. Must be proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, and PowerPoint). Minor domestic travel required. Oversea travel opportunities may exist. Must be a US Citizen and able to acquire security clearance. Able to travel up to 10% of the time. Principal Program Level Desired Skills: MBA preferred Thorough working knowledge of precedence diagramming scheduling methods, critical path methods, and all aspects of network logic and diagraming Thorough understanding of 14-point schedule health and strength assessment tools Thorough understanding of EVMS Capable of building an IMP/ IMS for large programs with complicated assemblies and multiple locations Thorough understanding of Open Plan and Microsoft Project tools Thorough understanding of the interface requirements between Open Plan and Cobra Thorough understanding of Schedule Risk Analysis Sr. Principal Program Level Required Skills: 12 years of work experience. Would consider a BA or BS degree with 8 years of work experience, MS with 5 years of experience. 3-5 years of scheduling experience. Excellent math and communication skills. Must be proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, and PowerPoint). Minor domestic travel required. Oversea travel opportunities may exist. Must be a US Citizen and able to acquire security clearance. Able to travel up to 10% of the time. Sr. Principal Program Level Desired Skills: MBA preferred Thorough working knowledge of precedence diagramming scheduling methods, critical path methods, and all aspects of network logic and diagraming Thorough understanding of 14-point schedule health and strength assessment tools Thorough understanding of EVMS Capable of building an IMP/ IMS for large programs with complicated assemblies and multiple locations Thorough understanding of Open Plan and Microsoft Project tools Thorough understanding of the interface requirements between Open Plan and Cobra Thorough understanding of Schedule Risk Analysis Primary Level Salary Range: $95,800.00 - $143,600.00Secondary Level Salary Range: $119,200.00 - $178,800.00The 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 *********************************** U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available CLEARANCE TYPE: SecretTRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the TimeDescriptionAt 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. Northrop Grumman's Business Unit, Armament Systems, is seeking an Engineering Technician 2 for our location in Plymouth, MN. Armament Systems produces Ammunition and Gun Systems. Position Summary: Employee will work with internal programs on building Mechanical and Electrical devices. Soldering, potting, wiring, using multi meters and oscilloscopes as well as working directly with Engineers. Skills required: Requires a minimum of 2 years of experience with a High School degree. Previous experience using the following testing equipment: Multimeters, oscilloscopes, soldering equipment and laser welder preferred. Solder certified; J-Standard Posses electrical component understanding; such as, the ability to read drawings and schematics. Previous experience gathering, maintaining and compiling technical data. Able to read engineering documentation and reports. Must be a US Citizen and able to acquire a Secret Clearance Preferred Skills: Electrical Tech degree or certification Knowledge or experience with explosives or energetic assembly and test. Capable to safely operate equipment that is designed or modified for the build and test munitions. Assembly, disassembly, processing, repairing and testing of small arms, artillery and other mechanical or electrical ordnance assemblies is a plus. Primary Level Salary Range: $53,500.00 - $89,100.00The 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 *********************************** U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available CLEARANCE TYPE: NoneTRAVEL: Yes, 25% of the TimeDescriptionAt 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. Northrop Grumman's Armament Systems Business Unit is looking for a Medium Caliber Ammunition (MCA) Co-Production (Co-Pro) Engineering Manager to join our team of dedicated, diverse individuals based in Plymouth, MN. Armament Systems specializes in the development and production of Ammunition, Guns, and Precision Guided Ordinance. Position Summary / Responsibilities: The MCA Co-Pro Engineering Manager I reports to the Co-Production Engineering Manager and manages Co-Pro specific MCA engineering activities across the international business portfolio. The MCA Co-Pro Engineering Manger leads a small and diverse team that supports ongoing MCA Co-production programs, proposal efforts for new business, and the development of future MCA Co-Production capabilities. The candidate will spend ~20% of their time on support of the organization and ~80% of their time on direct technical work. This position will provide Design to Production Transition (DTPT) Mechanical and Manufacturing engineering expertise in the manufacturing of advanced medium caliber ammunition for international pursuits. The person filling this position must understand a wide variety of manufacturing processes (e.g. automated assembly machines, presses, CNC machining, tooling, inspection equipment, etc.) and have experience in a design to production environment. This position requires periodic 50% domestic and international travel. The MCA Engineering Manager ensures that all production support and development activities utilize the best approaches to ensure deliver of highest quality MCA production items and an efficient, rigorous development culture for new MCA products while considering the input of all internal and external customers. The MCA Engineering Manager will lead, coach, and direct other engineers and technicians to accomplish project deliverables and strategic objectives, drive timely decision making, and develop a highly talented team. Typical Duties: Provide guidance, direction, and performance feedback to a diverse cross functional group of engineers tasked with solving difficult manufacturing and technical challenges. Supports Engineering/Program Manager as a control account manager to ensure accurate schedule and cost tracking. Demonstrated project management skills and techniques including work breakdown structures, integrated master scheduling and earned value management. Coach, support, and motivate those around them to ensure a high performing engineering team. Create and maintain development and succession plans for team members. Lead recruiting efforts to build and maintain team capabilities. Ensure hiring plans, staff development, and workload plans are aligned to overall capability and capacity strategy. Manage team budgets, schedules, and resources to effectively meet business goals. Set and promote high standards for quality and safety. Maintains selected engineering processes and drive technical excellence by ensuring team output meets technical standards. Maintain knowledge of engineering best practices and technology innovations by attending industry events and educational activities. Represent and communicate Defense Systems technical capabilities, capacity, and technologies to internal and external customers. As a front facing representative to our customers the candidate must be able to communicate, brief and present deliverables at program technical reviews, proposal reviews, or other technical meetings. Presents work products at program reviews, proposals, or other project meetings. Prepares and plans cost estimates and written technical proposals. Acts as a technical interface to external customers, and forms working relationships with representatives of external technical organizations. Lead performance and compensation management activities for team members. Prepare, review, and approve cost estimates and written technical proposals. Manage cost and schedule for independent research or process improvement projects assigned to your team. Advise stakeholders and team members on how to meet established schedules or resolve technical issues. Coordinate with programs and peer functional managers to ensure appropriate staffing strategies are developed and executed with any performance issues resolved or escalated in a timely manner. Ensure team members are familiar with and use required engineering processes and tools. Ensures team members meet contract deliverables using approved, QMS directed methods and procedures as applicable. Will involve sometimes stepping into other roles when needed. Provide on-site support at international facilities (periodically requires approximately 50% travel). Basic Qualifications: Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering, or other closely related STEM degree from an accredited university plus 5 years of experience. We may also consider master's degree plus 3 yrs of experience. Must have experience leading, developing and reviewing team members. Demonstrated experience mentoring, leading and coaching in a professional capacity Experience leading a technical team toward successful product delivery. Proven partnership/collaboration skills and ability to partner with cross disciplines within a team. Exceptional communication skills (verbal, written, presentation) across all levels of the organization. Preferred Qualifications: Engineering Degree from an accredited university 5+ years experience leading, developing and reviewing team members. 5+ years working with medium caliber ammunition production and/or development activities Experience with supporting production programs, including experience with production process and variation control methods and techniques. Experience with managing ammunition development and qualification programs. Experience with AS9100/ISO 9001, CMMI, and Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP) Six Sigma/Lean experience Project management experience Experience working with suppliers and procurement to improve quality and optimize schedules Primary Level Salary Range: $112,600.00 - $169,000.00The 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 *********************************** U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available CLEARANCE TYPE: SecretTRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the TimeDescriptionAt 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. Northrop Grumman Defense Systems has an open opportunity for a Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) Administrator to join our team at our Plymouth, Minnesota location in either a Part-Time or Full-Time capacity. In this role, you will support our MBSE initiatives across various projects, ensuring that our modeling practices, tools, and processes integrate seamlessly with our requirements, design, and verification activities. Position Description The MBSE Administrator serves as the cornerstone for the effective implementation and management of model-based systems engineering practices in our MBSE tool throughout the lifecycle of our programs. Reporting to the Systems Engineering leadership, you will partner with engineering teams and stakeholders to maintain, enhance, and advance our MBSE framework. Key responsibilities include: MBSE Tool Administration: Oversee the configuration, maintenance, and optimization of MBSE tools and environments, including systems modeling software and PLM/data management platforms. Process and Standards Management: Develop, document, and update MBSE procedures and standards to ensure consistency, compliance, and best practices across all projects. Training and Support: Provide expert guidance and training to engineers and project teams on MBSE tool usage, fostering a collaborative and knowledgeable work environment. Repository and Data Integrity: Administer model repositories and version control systems to ensure models are current, traceable, and integrated with requirements and system data. Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with systems engineers and other technical teams to facilitate the integration of MBSE processes into overall system development efforts, including supporting requirements tracing, technology assessments, and interface definitions. Continuous Improvement: Identify process improvements and recommend enhancements to MBSE practices and toolsets, ensuring that our capabilities remain at the cutting edge of industry standards. Compliance and Reporting: Monitor and report on the performance of MBSE initiatives, ensuring that all systems meet technical specifications and quality standards throughout their operational lifecycle. Basic Qualifications: Associate of Applied Science in Systems Engineering Technology or related STEM field 2 years of experience relevant to configuration, maintenance, and optimization of MBSE tools and environments Proficient in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint). Must be a U.S. Citizen. Ability to obtain a DOD security clearance to a level of Secret. Experience with product lifecycle management (PLM) and data management tools. Experience with Cameo Systems Modeler or similar systems modeling software. Proficiency in Systems Modeling Language (SysML) and familiarity with architecture frameworks such as the Unified Architecture Framework (UAF). Preferred Qualifications: Experience with lifecycle modeling and modern systems engineering methodologies. Experience using collaboration and project management tools such as GIT/Bitbucket, Confluence, and Jira. Knowledge of Siemens Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) Tools. Experience with Artificial Intelligence Experience with Data Visualization. Primary Level Salary Range: $77,600.00 - $116,400.00The 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 *********************************** U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available CLEARANCE TYPE: SecretTRAVEL: Yes, 25% of the TimeDescriptionAt 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. Electrical Engineering Manager 2 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. We currently have an excellent opportunity for an Electrical Engineering Manager 2 to join our Missile Products team in Plymouth, MN. This position reports to the Design Engineering Manager 3 for the Missile Products, Fuze and Warheads business area. Responsibilities Responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following: • Lead a team that performs technical planning, design and integration in addition to failure analysis, build, test, and production sustainment support of electronic assemblies for defense-related products• Ensure the right people, processes, and tools are in place to meet the business needs• Oversee the day-to-day engineering activity and work products, expense management, workload management, and performance management process• Function as a key contributor on DoD development programs, managing assigned responsibilities and directing the work of other supervisors, engineers, technicians and administrative personnel to accomplish program goals• Identify, manage and grow the critical skills development process for the design team • Identify and/or lead continuous improvement activities within the department• Improve planning, execution, and tracking methods to increase engineering process excellence• Coach, support, and motivate to ensure a high performing engineering team• Ensure hiring plans and staff development are aligned to overall capability and capacity strategy• Support innovation through technology identification and roadmap development• Manage cost and schedule for assigned projects• Prepare, review, and approve cost estimates and written or oral technical proposals Basic Qualifications • BS degree in Electrical Engineering is required• Minimum of 8 years of directly related engineering experience, or 6 years with an MS degree• 2+ years of project, program, or people leadership experience preferred.• Strong electrical engineering skills and experience in a manufacturing environment• Design experience in the areas of analog, digital, power conditioning, PWB/CCA design and evaluation, electronics packaging, processors and FPGAs• Experience with engineering tools used in developing analog and digital electronic systems• Strong leadership, influence, and project management skills• Ability to network and negotiate at all levels within an organization to accomplish objectives• Excellent communication skills, both oral and written• Advanced skills in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Power Point, Project)• Occasional travel ( Preferred Qualifications • Prior project, program, or people leadership experience• 10+ years working in electrical system, subsystem, and circuit development• Experience in forming teams and managing employees in the area of circuit development (analog, mixed signal, digital, RF, low power) from schematic to board design • Experience with coaching, developing talent, and maintaining the accountability of direct reports• Knowledge of safety & reliability, modeling & simulation, and military requirements• Knowledge of Model Based Design and/or Model Based Systems Engineering practices• Strong background in process excellence• Demonstrated effectiveness in managing internal customer relationships, prioritization, and delegation• Ability to balance people management needs and technical contributor aspects of this position• Ability to conduct concise, critical reviews of designs as they are developed Primary Level Salary Range: $153,800.00 - $230,800.00The 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 *********************************** U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available CLEARANCE TYPE: SecretTRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the TimeDescriptionAt 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. Northrop Grumman Defense Systems has an open opportunity for a Staff Systems Architect to join our team supporting our Plymouth, Minnesota location in a Part-Time or Full-Time capacity. This role will support the Armament Systems Development and Architecture effort that focuses on designing and developing system architectures. Position Description The Systems Architect function is at the forefront of program strategy creating, updating, and maintaining systems architecture throughout the lifecycle program. The System Design organization seeks a Systems Architect that will be responsible for supporting Armament Systems Development and Architecture efforts through the following responsibilities using a Model-Based Systems Engineering approach: System Architecture Design: Drive the design and development of system architecture Capability Definition: Define key capabilities and performance requirements needed for the system of interest Technology Constraints: Establish design and technology maturity constraints that align with customer specifications to ensure feasibility and reliability. External Interfaces: Develop a comprehensive definition of the system's external interfaces to facilitate integration with other systems. Implementation Approach: Outline the system implementation approach and operational concept, considering usability and effectiveness. Requirements Verification: Collaborate with systems engineers to ensure that all requirements are met and evaluate system performance in collaboration with customers. This role is crucial for ensuring that armament systems are designed to meet technical specifications and function effectively in operational environments. Basic Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in engineering or STEM field of study plus 12 years of Model-Based Systems Engineering experience, or Systems Architecture Experience. Proficient in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) Must be a U.S. Citizen Ability to obtain a DOD security clearance to a level of Secret. Experience with product lifecycle management (PLM) and data management tools Experience with Cameo System Modeler or Cameo Enterprise Architect Experience with Model-Based Systems Engineering Experience with Systems Modeling Language (SysML) Experience with the Unified Architecture Framework (UAF) Preferred Qualifications: Experience with Lifecycle Modeling Experience with MOSA/WOSA Experience using Bitbucket, Confluence, and Jira Experience with Siemens Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) Tools Experience with Artificial Intelligence and/or Data Visualization Experience in the aerospace and defense or healthcare industries Certified Systems Engineering Professional Certified in a Systems Engineering Modeling Language Primary Level Salary Range: $163,200.00 - $244,800.00The 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 *********************************** U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.