Northrop Grumman Aeronautics Systems sector is seeking a Lab Operations Manager 2 to join our team of qualified, diverse individuals. This leadership role is located in Melbourne, FL.
Responsibilities include:

Lead a team of Lab Cognizant Engineers, Lab Designers, Cyber Engineers, Technicians and Software Engineers supporting the Systems Test team

* Maintain smooth operation of multi-user System Integration Lab (SIL) environments.

* Efficient communication and shared understanding among stakeholders regarding relationships between system requirements and the system being developed, through precise engineering artifacts and traceability of designs to requirements.

* Frequent contact with individuals from other departments, and/or outside organizations.

* Responsible for planning, executing and status programs to include technical performance.

* Responsible for looking across the organization for efficiencies including reduction of current plans while still meeting program needs.

* Manage design, integration and implementation schedules of Hardware In The Loop (HITL) test benches.

* Manage day to day schedule activities in System Integration Labs (SIL) and coordinate necessary troubleshooting when applicable.

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.
Basic Qualifications:

Must have a Bachelor's Degree in a STEM discipline AND 9 years of related professional / military experience OR a Master's degree in a STEM discipline AND 7 years of related professional / military experience

* Must have a minimum of 3 years prior management/ leadership experience

* Your ability to transfer and maintain the final adjudicated government a government secret clearance, and any program access(es) required for the position within a reasonable period of time, as determined by the company.

Preferred Qualifications:

Master Degree in STEM

* Experience with T&E processes and procedures to support both management and engineering tasks at the Melbourne site

* Automated Test Experience

* Excellent organizational communications skills both verbal and written

* Self-starter with the ability to work effectively in a team-based environment

* Familiarity with current programs across NGC AS Sector

Salary Range: $135,100 - $202,700
The above salary range represents a general guideline; however, Northrop Grumman considers a number of factors when determining base salary offers such as the scope and responsibilities of the position and the candidate's experience, education, skills and current market conditions.
Employees may be eligible for a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay. Annual bonuses are designed to reward individual contributions as well as allow employees to share in company results. Employees in Vice President or Director positions may be eligible for Long Term Incentives. In addition, Northrop Grumman provides a variety of benefits including health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, savings plan, Company paid holidays and paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business.
The application period for the job is estimated to be 20 days from the job posting date. However, this timeline may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates.Northrop Grumman is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class. For our complete EEO/AA and Pay Transparency statement, please visit. U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.