Business Unit Engineering Lead - Civil Space and Sciences

Company: Northrop Grumman
Location: Mc Lean
Posted on: April 1, 2026

Job Description:

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: No CLEARANCE TYPE: None TRAVEL: Yes, 25% of the Time Description At Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportunities to work on revolutionary systems that impact people's lives around the world today, and for generations to come. Our pioneering and inventive spirit has enabled us to be at the forefront of many technological advancements in our nation's history - from the first flight across the Atlantic Ocean, to stealth bombers, to landing on the moon. We look for people who have bold new ideas, courage and a pioneering spirit to join forces to invent the future, and have fun along the way. Our culture thrives on intellectual curiosity, cognitive diversity and bringing your whole self to work — and we have an insatiable drive to do what others think is impossible. Our employees are not only part of history, they're making history. Join the Northrop Grumman Space Systems Sector Eastern Region Engineering organization in a strategic role as the Business Unit (BU) Engineering Lead for Civil Space and Sciences (CSS). As the Engineering Lead for the CSS BU, you will report directly to the Vice President of Engineering – Eastern Region, with dotted line reporting to the Launch and Exploration Division (LED) Vice President of the CSS BU. You will be responsible for providing engineering leadership for Civil Space and Sciences programs and pursuits. In this role, you will help transform the landscape of Civil Space and Sciences within our unrestricted customer areas. This position will be based in McLean, Virginia. The Staff Engineering Lead has several key roles: Act as liaison between the Eastern Region Engineering functional homeroom and the LED CSS BU. Support CSS BU program, capture, proposal, IRAD, and commitment reviews. Engage with Chief Engineers, Cost Account Managers (CAMs), Engineering Program Managers (EPMs), and Integrated Product Team (IPT) leads supporting CSS BU on costs, risks, schedule, and technical progress. Understand and communicate CSS BU mission and staffing needs to Engineering directors and managers. Advise on strategic roadmaps for existing and proposed product lines with guidance on their applicability to various space domains, capabilities, and risk posture. Provide senior technical engagement on key program issues. Successful candidates will lead strategic initiatives with direct interaction with Space Systems sector Engineering and CSS Business Unit executives and be part of a team that demonstrates an attitude and approach founded in the following key characteristics: Customer intimacy Mission knowledge Focus on short-term objectives and long-term imperatives Solutions oriented, driven, creative, problem solver Basic Qualifications: A Bachelor's Degree in Science, Technology, Engineering, Math (STEM) or related technical field and a minimum of 14 years of applicable experience, or a Master's Degree and 12 years of applicable experience. Knowledge and experience with the Civil Space and Sciences domain Knowledge and experience with NASA customers Prior Northrop Grumman working experience The ability and willingness to travel up to 25% to key Northrop Grumman locations. Preferred Experience: Active U.S. Government DoD Top Secret security clearance at time of application, current and within scope, with the ability to obtain and maintain SCI Master of Science in Engineering or other STEM discipline and/or MBA degree. INCOSE or other systems engineering certification or training. Experience with Earned Value and / or Cost Account Management. Proven experience working with diverse technical teams across multiple locations. Previous work experience as a Chief Engineer and/or lead Systems Engineer on a diverse range of program sizes, values and complexity Excellent verbal, nonverbal, and written communication skills. Primary Level Salary Range: $192,800.00 - $289,200.00 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. Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and 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 an Equal Opportunity 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 and pay transparency statement, please visit http://www.northropgrumman.com/EEO. U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.

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