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# Model Based Systems Engineering Manager 2 - Requirements and Arc

- **Company:** Northrop Grumman
- **Location:** Los Angeles, CA, United States
- **Experience:** Experienced
- **Salary:** $161,100.0 - $241,700.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Systems Engineering, Inertial Navigation Systems, Microsoft Project, SC Clearance, Teamcenter (Software)
- **Published:** June 13, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.clearancejobs.com/jobs/8974635/model-based-systems-engineering-manager-2-requirements-and-arc

## About the Role

We are looking for you to join our team as a Model Based Systems Engineering Manager 2 - Requirements and Architectures based out of Woodland Hills, CA leading the Model-Based Requirements and Architectures team. Our success is grounded in our ability to embrace change, move quickly and continuously drive innovation. The successful candidate will be collaborative, open, transparent, and team-oriented with a focus on team empowerment & shared responsibility, flexibility, continuous learning, and a culture of automation. This is fully onsite position located in Woodland Hills, CA working a 9/80 schedule., * Bachelor's degree in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM) with 8 years of relevant experience; Master's degree with 6 years of relevant experience.

 * Experience in Model Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) tools and best practices
 * Experience leading a team on a technical development effort or technical production support
 * Understanding of Systems Engineering or project management tools such as DOORS, MS Project, etc.
 * Experience with Systems Engineering processes, procedures, and best practices
 * Experience with generating and/or reviewing cost estimates/basis of estimates (BOEs)
 * The ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government Secret clearance is required within a timeframe set forth by management
 * Must be able to work full-time onsite in Woodland Hills, CA.

Preferred Qualifications Model Based Systems Engineering Manager 2 - Requirements and Architectures:

 * Master's Degree in a technical field with 6 years of experience in a multi-disciplined engineering environment or PHD with 3 years of experience
 * Development and implementation of processes to ensure product development efficiency and accuracy
 * Experience in inertial sensor development, fiber optics, ring laser gyros, and sensor electronics
 * A proven track record of leading a team of engineers and of establishing strong relationships with other functional organizations and Program Offices
 * Experienced with Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) tools, such as Siemens Teamcenter Enterprise
 * Experienced with failure analysis techniques and methods (RCCAs)
 * Technical project management with budget/EVMS experience
 * Demonstrated success with Model Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) philosophies and tools
 * Experience with authoring and reviewing technical proposals
 * Experience with engineering planning, scheduling, metrics, earned value systems, and workload forecasting
 * Active DoD Secret clearance

## Description

* Manage/Oversee a team of Systems Engineers supporting the model-based development and management of requirements and architectures of inertial navigation systems
 * Develop and implement strong processes with emphasis on quantitative management and continuous improvement
 * Provide management guidance to achieve outstanding cost, schedule and technical performance
 * Responsible for technical guidance and oversight in developing technical and cost proposals
 * Interface with business facing leads to coordinate staffing requirements and ensure proper skill mix to support program activities
 * Mentor and challenge team members to develop skills and provide career planning/development paths
 * Responsible for all manager related activities to include, but not limited to: Conduct performance and salary reviews, approve timecards, performance management, and work closely with HR on elevated employee matters
 * Other duties as assigned


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