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Northrop Grumman · 2 months ago

Operations Research Engineering Manager 2 - R10209857

Los Angeles, CA

Full-time

Hybrid

Senior Level

$156K/yr - $235K/yr

6+ years exp

Northrop Grumman is a leading technology company with a focus on revolutionary systems impacting lives globally. They are seeking an Operations Research Engineering Manager 2 to lead technical and functional teams in Operations Analysis and Performance Analysis, ensuring effective staffing and professional development for direct reports.

AerospaceData IntegrationManufacturingRemote SensingSecurity

Growth Opportunities

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Define Operations Analysis Study Processes and Objectives, including simulation selection, model selection, DOE definition, data visualization, and documentation of regrets and assumptions

Derive requirements for Modeling and Simulation products from system specifications (i.e. SRDs) as well as from R&D objectives

Be able to serve as an interpreter between the Military Operator Community and Northrop Grumman Systems Engineers and Chief Engineers

Coach and develop staff by providing an environment that encourages ongoing professional growth. Ensure staff receive the appropriate training and skill development opportunities to be successful in their roles

Collaborate with peer Department Managers and the Director to develop a strategy for organizational growth and retention

Take lead responsibility for departmental performance ensuring deliverables meet technical quality, cost, and schedule objectives

Provide resources for proposals; participate in proposal writing as needed; develop, review, and approve Basis of Estimates (BOEs) as needed

Work with Engineering Management and Program Management to ensure all programs are adequately and appropriately staffed

Establish annual employee goals and conduct periodic performance appraisals against the goals

Manage hiring activities, including creating job requisitions, recruiting, interviewing, and making hiring decisions in a group that is in the process of expanding

Qualification

Operations ResearchModelingSimulationOperations AnalysisTechnical LeadershipUS Military Aircraft CONOPSAFSIMProposal WritingCoaching StaffPerformance ManagementR&D Project ManagementAirborne TacticsTeam Collaboration

Required

Bachelor's Degree with 8 years of related experience, or Master's with 6 years related experience, or PhD with 4 years related experience in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science or related STEM field

U.S Citizenship with an active DoD Secret Clearance prior to starting

Ability to obtain/maintain a Special Access Program (SAP) access

Deep understanding of US Military Aircraft CONOPS and CONEMPS

Minimum 5 years of experience working specifically in Operation Analysis, Operations Research, or Mission Engineering

Experience as an analyst working with AFSIM, Suppressor, BRAWLER, EADSIM, ESAMS, STORM, THUNDER, or equivalent industry simulation tool

Experience creating, leading, executing, and out-briefing Operations Analysis Studies

Preferred

Experience performing analysis on air-launched weapons

Experience as a Lead Analyst (or equivalent) for a major development program ($1B+)

Experience as an IPTL, Technical Lead, Product Owner or equivalent technical leadership positions involving planning and allocating technical labor amongst a team

Conversant in the language of Airborne Tactics

Experience managing R&D projects (internally or contractually funded)