Provide plan and status on technical and execution matters related to mission operations execution to NG Program Office and Customer
* Provides Space Operations expertise to internal and external parties to ensure spacecraft/payload and ground system health, status, anomaly troubleshooting, and resolution within scope of contracts
* Ensures the customer understands the current Ops Capability of the system - which vehicles are fully capable, which have reduced capability, and which are currently non-serviceable due to anomalies
* Capable of presenting executive level demonstrations on the operations floor and providing technical material for programmatic reviews
* Understands tactical applications of space system capabilities
* Assists with managing budgets of the Flight Operations Crew cost accounts
* Serves as a technical liaison between the Flight Operations Crew and NG Program Office users to ensure successful execution of mission
* Provides technical leadership, direction and mentoring to Flight Operations Crews composed of Flight Controllers, Flight Directors, and Mission Planners
* Works with management to ensure compliance with standard NG processes and policies
* Drives process development, continuous improvement, and affordability initiatives
* Develops and maintains Crew Certification Training and Evaluations
* Provides on-call support to operations issues and assists with the resolution of system issues and anomalies
This position may require occasional shift work including swing or night shift, and/or 12-hr shifts including holidays and/or weekends
Candidate must be self-motivated, able to work in a dynamic team environment, and work under general direction while independently determining and developing approaches to solutions.
Basic Qualifications:

An active TS/SCI clearance is required to start. TS clearance with an investigation or CV date within 5 years is needed.
* Bachelor's degree in computer science or other STEM related degree with 14 + years of experience; 12 years with a Master's; 9 years with a PhD.
* U.S. citizen
* Candidate must have good communication skills, strong interpersonal skills, and good oral and written presentation skills
* Demonstrated experience in satellite operations engineering disciplines to include orbital mechanics, attitude control, power management, thermal control, propulsion, command and data handling, flight and ground software, and anomaly determination and resolution
* Experience with developing and training space operations material
* Demonstrated ability to formally present technical solutions to senior leadership teams
* Be able to make decisions under high pressure environments and maintain composure in stressful situations
* Ability to lead a multiple discipline team in an operational environment
Preferred Qualifications:

Experience as technical lead, Integrated Product Team Lead, or other leadership role in a program office or business function with demonstrated team building, organizational, and interpersonal skills
* Proficiency with one or more of the following programming languages/tools: MATLAB, Python, SIMULINK, Fortran, Java, C/ C++
* Experience with fleet management of constellations of satellites
* Familiar with a variety of astrodynamics tools (FreeFlyer, System Tool Kit (STK), NASA General Mission Analysis Tool (GMAT), Orbit Determination Toolbox (ODTBX))
* Prior aerospace-related work experience for a U.S Government Agency or Contractor
Salary Range: *$150,000 - $205,000
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.