Northrop Grumman · 17 hours ago
Systems Engineering IPT Director 1
San Diego, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Director/Executive
$224K/yr - $336K/yr
8+ years expNorthrop Grumman is a leading aerospace and defense technology company, and they are seeking a Systems Engineering IPT Director to provide strategic leadership for the RQ-4 Enterprise. The role involves managing an Integrated Product Team to deliver systems engineering products and services while ensuring compliance with customer and regulatory standards.
AerospaceData IntegrationManufacturingRemote SensingSecurity
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Define and communicate the IPT’s technical vision, strategy, and performance objectives; inspire and mentor a multidisciplinary team of engineers, program managers, and subject‑matter experts
Oversee the capture, analysis, validation, and traceability of system requirements throughout the product lifecycle
Guide the development of robust system architectures, interface control documents, and integration plans; ensure technical solutions meet performance, safety, and regulatory standards
Develop and maintain detailed IPT master schedules, resource plans, and budgets; drive execution against milestones and deliverables
Identify, assess, and mitigate technical risks and issues; maintain risk registers and ensure timely resolution
Oversee and lead preparation of presentation materials to support Program Reviews
Oversee the organization’s input to Change Board Activity such as Technical Review Board, Configuration Control Board, and Joint CCBs, oversee what is presented in change packages
Partner with Chief Engineering to oversee technical performance of the RQ-4 and other Enterprise platforms in close collaboration with the other Enterprise IPTs
Serve as the primary liaison with customers, suppliers, senior leadership, and cross‑functional partners; facilitate clear, effective communication and decision‑making
Enforce adherence to applicable standards (e.g., ISO, IEC, MIL‑STD), configuration management processes, and internal quality systems
Establish performance metrics, generate status reports, and present technical and programmatic health to senior leadership and external stakeholders
Qualification
Required
Must have a Bachelor of Science degree in a STEM discipline and 10 years of related professional/military experience that includes a background in systems engineering, integration, test and/or related design engineering field, OR a Master of Science degree in a STEM discipline and 8 years of related professional/military experience that includes a background in systems engineering, integration, test and/or related design engineering field
Systems Engineering experience as an Individual Contributor or Manager/Director
Must have an active Secret clearance that has been granted or reissued in the last 6 years or is currently enrolled in continuous evaluation and the ability to obtain a Top-Secret Clearance
Ability to be granted and maintain special program access as required by business needs
Willingness to travel up to 25% of the time
Must be able to obtain a Valid U.S. Passport
Proven leadership of engineering cross-functional teams within an Integrated Product Team (IPT) environment
Demonstrated experience managing complex responsibilities with multiple stakeholders (internal and external)
Prior experience with program execution including cost, schedule, risk and performance accountability
Strong background in customer engagement, proposal development, and contract execution
Familiarity with government/military contracts, acquisition process, and sustainment requirements
Preferred
Active TS/SCI/SAP Clearance
Experience working Systems Engineering efforts on different phases of the program lifecycle
Master's Degree in STEM discipline or Business Administration
Previous experience working with U.S. Air Force, U.S. Navy and International customers
Deep understanding of Systems Engineering elements: Architecture Development, Requirements & Verification, Mission Engineering, Modeling & Simulation, IFC Management, Configuration Management, Data Management, Model Based Systems Engineering, System Safety, System Security / Cybersecurity, and Airworthiness
Experience with Statement of Work (SOW) development, Basis of Estimate (BOE) creation and negotiations
Five or more years of experience managing complex cost accounts
Strong interpersonal skills to build relationships across engineering, supply chain, business management, program management, and executive leadership
Exceptional communication skills – able to brief executive leadership, engage customers, and translate technical content to stakeholders
Ability to delegate effectively while maintaining accountability for overall IPT success
Strategic thinker with ability to align team objectives with program and functional goals
Proven record of developing & implementing action plans to improve strategic growth using continuous improvement techniques spanning across a large organization
Benefits
Health insurance coverage
Life and disability insurance
Savings plan
Company paid holidays
Paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business
Exceptional benefits
A 9/80 schedule
A great 401K matching program
Company
Northrop Grumman
Northrop Grumman is an aerospace, defense and security company that provides training and satellite ground network communications software.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$3.7BKey Investors
U.S. Department of DefenseNASA
2025-05-27Post Ipo Debt· $1B
2024-01-29Post Ipo Debt· $2.5B
2023-12-20Grant· $72M
Leadership Team
Tom Wilson
Corporate Vice President, Enterprise Business Development
Jeffrey Worsham
Chief Product Owner - Advanced Technology Development
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