BAST System Thrust Lead (Manager Systems Engineering 3)

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. 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. Northrop Grumman's Aeronautics Systems sector is looking for a Systems Engineering Manager 3 to join our team of qualified, diverse individuals on the Battlespace Architecture Systems Technology (BAST) team. This position will be located on-site in Melbourne, FL and require some travel. The Thrust Lead is responsible for overseeing technical progress, cost, and schedule management across multiple programs, including internal funding (NCTA) and externally funded contracts. This leadership role requires driving the successful execution of technical objectives while ensuring alignment with organizational goals and customer expectations. Budget allocations will be flowed and monthly cost and status reporting is expected. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Technical Management: Oversee and coordinate technical activities across multiple program captures and contracts, ensuring objectives are met within established timelines and performance standards. Broad technical background supporting major acquisition programs, including captures and product support technology areas relating to BMC2. Coordinate and invent new technology supporting new business areas. Program Oversight: Track and report contract and NCTA performance, status, risks, and opportunities to stakeholders, ensuring programs stay on schedule and within budget. Cost and Schedule Management: Manage budgets and schedules for both internal research and development funding (NCTA) and externally funded programs, ensuring alignment with organizational priorities and financial goals. Cross-Functional Leadership: Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, including engineering, program management, and business development, to ensure seamless execution of technical efforts. Risk Management: Identify, assess, and mitigate risks across programs, ensuring timely resolution of technical and operational challenges. Stakeholder Engagement: Act as the primary point of contact for technical progress updates, collaborating with customers and internal leadership to communicate program status and address any concerns. Continuous Improvement: Drive process enhancements to improve efficiency, reduce costs, and enhance technical outcomes. this role requires a highly organized and results-driven professional capable of leading technical teams and managing competing priorities in a dynamic environment.