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# Systems Engineering Manager 2

- **Company:** Northrop Grumman
- **Location:** McClellan Park, CA, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** $146,600 - $219,800
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Artificial Intelligence, Systems Engineering, Signals Intelligence, SAP (Applications), Systems Architecture
- **Published:** November 9, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.careerbuilder.com/job-details/systems-engineering-manager-2-mcclellan-ca--9d389e56-cb85-4001-bd8e-7cc8d42cf53e

## About the Role

Systems Engineering, Engineering Management, Systems Administration/Management, Diversity, Strategic Planning, Thought Leadership, Technical Strategy, Systems Engineering, Systems Administration/Management, Engineering Management, * Bachelor's degree in Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics with 8+ years of experience; Masters degree in Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics with 6+ years of experience.

 * Previous leadership or management experience
 * Professional experience in SIGINT, Cyber (Offensive or Defensive), Non-Kinetic, Cryptography, or related mission areas.
 * Demonstrated technical leadership experience in SEIT/EPM, Chief Engineer, IPT, System Architect, or equivalent, role in capture/program lifecycle phase(s).
 * Working knowledge of program execution, technical baseline management, staffing, engineering metrics and training resources, processes, and tools.
 * Experienced in leading diverse technical teams across multiple locations.
 * Proficiency in technical problem-solving, including root cause analysis and solution development.
 * A current/active U.S. Government Top Secret/SCI Clearance..
 * Demonstrated ability to lead with NG values and leadership behaviors., * Active DoD Top Secret/SCI with SAP/SAR.
 * Advanced knowledge and experience in SIGINT, Cyber (Offensive or Defensive), Non-Kinetic, Cryptography, or related mission areas.
 * Demonstrated experience in leveraging AI tools & processes to improve efficiencies, quality, or scaling.
 * Experience executing SAARRs, Independent Reviews, Non-Advocate Reviews.
 * Previous functional management experience

## Description

Northrop Grumman Mission Systems Navigation, Intelligence and Connectivity Division, Engineering and Sciences is seeking a Systems Engineering Manager 2. This position will be onsite, and will be a front line manager in the Business Execution Engineering (BEE) homeroom organization for the Cyber and Intelligence Solutions (C&IS) Business Unit, reporting to the E&S C&IS BEE Department Manager. This position will work from our McClellan, CA office.

As the C&IS BEE Front Line Manager, you will be in a dual-role position with approximately 80/20 work split between direct program/capture and indirect functional homeroom responsibilities of an engineering organization of approximately 10 technical leaders (E100 roles).

What You'll get to Do:

 * Support C&IS business unit as Engineering Frontline Manager by contributing to C&IS program(s)/captures(s) and providing people leadership for technical leaders in E100 roles (e.g. CE, SEIT, EPM, IPT, Architects) through talent development, mentoring/coaching, staffing planning, engagement, retention, and knowledge sharing.
 * Contributing technical scope may include (but not limited to): Technical leadership role (e.g. SEIT, Chief Engineer, EPM, IPT/CAM, task order/project /study lead, or similar role).
 * Support E&S C&IS BEE Department Manager by ensuring consistent rigor in planning, technical baseline & cost/schedule management, metrics management, and issue resolution as related to engineering execution.
 * Develop technical leaders (e.g. CE, SEIT, EPM, IPT, Architects) to ensure business success, while supporting talent pipeline development.
 * Oversee general administration for frontline organization, including managing indirect budgets, process improvements, staffing, workload forecasts, EWW.
 * Collaborate with other leaders on resourcing programs and meeting competing demands of a diverse business base.
 * Collaborate with discipline engineering team members to share best practices and accelerate implementation of Sector standards.
 * Travel up to 25% of the time.