Mechanical 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. Northrop Grumman Space Systems, Payload and Ground Systems (PGS) Division continues its’ mission to push the boundaries of Payload development across space systems. Enjoy a culture where your voice is valued and start contributing to our team of passionate professionals providing real-life solutions to our world’s biggest challenges. We take pride in creating purposeful work and allowing our employees to grow and achieve their goals every day by Defining Possible. Northrop Grumman Space Systems is seeking a Manager – Mechanical Systems 2, to join and support our Remote Sensing Program (RSP) Business Unit in Linthicum, MD. The ideal candidate will manage a Group of Mechanical System engineers within the Hardware Engineering organization. Emphasis is placed on leading a team of 12 – 16 Mechanical Engineers that supports design, development, fabrication, and test of multiple space programs sensor hardware. The group is involved with proposals of new space sensors designs and development of sub-assemblies for payload sensors that comply with a multitude of customer mechanical requirements. Basically, the engineers in the group work includes full life-cycle program involvement. It includes electro-mechanical design, development, system integration, hands on test, training, and production of Space payloads. A candidate applying to the position would benefit from having past full product life-cycle experience. A candidate applying would also benefit from having past experience in designing electromechanical devices as well as electronic packaging of RF and E/O space sensors. This position will report to the department manager of the Mechanical Systems Technology department within Hardware Engineering. Minimal travel is expected. Roles and responsibilities may include, but are not limited to: Technical leadership on a piece of a larger program General team supervision, performance management, career development, staffing, merit planning, engagement, employee rewards and recognition, and resolving personnel issues. Provide project and technical oversight for electro-mechanical sub system design and fabrication follow activities performed by the group. Strategic hiring and employee skills development, labor forecasting and execution through close collaboration with program management, and balancing employee needs with business goals Manpower and resource assignment Technical risk assessment and mitigation as pertains to mechanical development of space sensors Facilitate knowledge sharing and mentoring. Knowledge of design tools, processes, and technologies needed to support strategic space product plans and sensor development. Maintain and ensure application of design processes and guidelines used by the department. Develop proposal inputs and review proposal content for both internal and external customers. Lead or support department initiatives, recruiting, technology roadmap creation, cross-campus/sector involvement, and NCTA project leadership.