Manager 2 Engineering (Propulsion)

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 Aeronautics Systems sector is currently hiring a Manager 2 Flight Sciences (Propulsion) to join our team of qualified, diverse individuals. This hands-on leadership role is located in Melbourne, FL. As a Section Manager, you will manage the functional engineering activities of approximately fifteen engineers who are responsible for meeting aircraft propulsion integration, performance, analysis and test program needs. This position reports to the Flight Sciences Department Manager within the Vehicle Engineering functional homeroom team. Responsibilities may include, but are not limited to: Product integrity, process adherence, staffing, training, and tools. Process oversight, participation in the performance review process, management of personnel records and participation in corrective or disciplinary actions. Staffing responsibilities such as hiring, recruiting of personnel and working to ensure that engineers with the appropriate skills and experience are deployed. Managing training opportunities and budget allocations, as well as participation in tool, process, and metric initiatives is required. Team engagement is a key focus as is mentoring and providing career guidance and coaching. In addition to functional Section Manager duties, the candidate will perform propulsion IPT engineering tasks, which will comprise most of the statement of work (approx. 80%) Our Leaders at Northrop Grumman live our values daily and encourage our teams to do the same. We do the right thing: upholding the highest ethical standards and facilitating a safe and respectful environment that attracts, retains, and inspires a diverse and engaged team. We do what we promise: holding yourself and others accountable to meet predictable and balanced results. We commit to shared success: operating as OneNG and removing barriers for our teams. Finally, We pioneer: setting a vision that shapes the future and inspires others.