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Director Engineering 1

Northrop Grumman

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$203,900 - $305,900
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Annapolis, MD (On-Site/Office)

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available

CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: No

CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret

TRAVEL: Yes, 25% of the TimeDescription

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.

Northrop Grumman Mission Systems is a trusted provider of mission-enabling solutions for global security. Our Engineering and Sciences (E&S) organization pushes the boundaries of innovation, redefines engineering capabilities, and drives advances in various sciences. Our team is chartered with providing the skills, innovative technologies to develop, design, produce and sustain optimized product lines across the sector while providing a decisive advantage to the warfighter. Come be a part of our mission!

Northrop Grumman Mission Systems is seeking an Engineering Director Level 1 to lead an engineering team to support the Marine Systems Missile Launch Programs. This person will report to the Site Engineering Director. The team is responsible for engineering development and production support of missile launcher systems for the ultimate end use in US Navy submarines and the surface ships. As Engineering Director, the position will be responsible for leading a distributed geographical, highly dynamic, growing multi-discipline engineering team.

In this role, the Engineering Director will be responsible for the following:
  • Ensure engineering efforts are planned and executed to deliver quality work products.
  • Lead the development and implementation of the technical roadmap strategy.
  • Ensure the business is appropriately staffed and enable resource sharing across multiple business areas.
  • Drive predictable program financial results.
  • Drive engineering strategy and practices in support of the OU's portfolio, including but not limited to investments and talent strategy.
  • Lead talent cultivation with continued, strong focus on retention efforts, and engagement initiatives.
  • Prioritize engineering investments are aligned with strategic imperatives.
  • Demonstrate thought leadership on digital transformation.
  • Position requires travel up to 25% of the time to support distributed team.


Candidates must have exceptional leadership and teambuilding skills, strategic thinking, strong technical acumen, and the ability to lead multiple engineering disciplines across programs. The candidate will work with cross-discipline team members and therefore must have excellent communication skills, presentation experience and the ability to work seamlessly with a community of engineers and managers to achieve the goals of the organization. The candidate must have the ability to build consensus and resolve conflict. The candidate must collaborate with business area leadership, and other functional partners to resolve complex issues in a timely manner to help meet program commitments. The position could be located in Sunnyvale, CA, or Annapolis, MD.

Basic Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's Degree in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering or Math discipline) with 10 years of engineering experience; OR a Master's Degree in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering or Math discipline) with 8 years of engineering experience; OR a PhD in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering or Math discipline) with 5 years of engineering experience
  • U.S Citizenship required.
  • Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret Clearance.
  • 8 years of professional experience in the defense or aerospace industries.
  • 5 years demonstrated success managing technical teams.
  • 5 years of experience working in a technical role.
  • Strong engineering background with demonstrated experience managing through design and production.
  • Solid understanding of engineering process with execution experience.
  • Experience with Earned Value Management System.


Preferred Qualifications:
  • Experience working with Navy Strategy Weapons Systems programs.
  • Experience with D5 missile programs.
  • Experience with taking programs through design develop and into low rate initial production.
  • Advanced degrees in Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics or related technical fields.
  • Program management experience with focus on technical risk and opportunity management.
  • Success as leader of large functional organization.
  • Experience managing large control accounts with accountability for scope, schedule, budget, and technical.


Primary Level Salary Range: $203,900.00 - $305,900.00

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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Northrop Grumman solves the toughest problems in space, aeronautics, defense and cyberspace to meet the ever-evolving needs of our customers worldwide. Our 90,000 employees are Defining Possible every day using science, technology and engineering to create and deliver advanced systems, products and services. Northrop Grumman careers and internships are as varied as your interests, with a lifetime of potential that will allow you to work together with people from many backgrounds, personal passions and disciplines. © 2025 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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