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Reliability Section Engineering Manager 2

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Key Responsibilities

~75% Individual contributor work, including: Interface with program offices to understand customer needs and execute work in support of those needs. Plan, conduct, and lead laboratory experiments,

Requirements Summary

Bachelor’s degree in a STEM field (Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics) with 8 years of related experience, or a Master’s degree in a STEM field with 6 years of related experience.

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RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available

CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: No

CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret

TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the Time

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 (NGMS) is seeking a Reliability Section Engineering Manager to lead our section, dedicated to advancing the reliability, analysis, and physics of failure of cutting-edge technology. Located in Manhattan Beach, Los Angeles, we design, manufacture, and test semiconductor products for internal and commercial production customers, as well as emerging technology programs. Northrop Grumman’s SPF semiconductor foundry is a unique capability supporting a range of production microelectronic devices (Gallium Arsenide, Gallium Nitride, and Indium Phosphide) and providing leading-edge technology development in electronics. Join us to work with a talented, experienced team while helping serve your country.

In this strategic leadership role, you will guide and mentor a team of talented engineers and technicians, coordinate closely with the department manager and other counterpart organizations, and contribute hands-on research in these critical areas.
Main responsibilities:

~75% Individual contributor work, including:

  • Interface with program offices to understand customer needs and execute work in support of those needs.

  • Plan, conduct, and lead laboratory experiments, research projects, and technical analyses.

  • Prepare and deliver written and oral communications on research activities, issues, and accomplishments to leadership, teams, collaborators, customers, and the broader scientific community (e.g., project briefings, journal publications, deliverable reports, and conference presentations).

~25% Management work, including:

  • Supervise 8–10 technical staff, including supporting career development, transfers, and terminations; conducting performance reviews and promotion actions; determining hiring needs; and ensuring compliance with corporate practices and security policies.

  • Partner with the department manager and business manager to develop and implement program support strategies, provide input to budget planning, communicate and implement corporate policies, and manage section business administration.

  • Establish interfaces with internal programs and external collaborators; assign staff to projects; monitor and evaluate project progress; and identify opportunities for new and expanded business.

Requirements

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  • PhD with 4 years of related experience, demonstrating a proven track record of technical leadership and innovation.

  • Experience leading technical projects and/or programs, with the ability to manage complex initiatives and drive cross-functional collaboration.

  • U.S. citizenship required.

  • Current, active TS/SCI security clearance.

  • Experience with radiation effects assessment; and simulation/modeling tools.

  • Strong background in semiconductor device operation, including physics of failure, microelectronic cleanroom processing, fabrication, and device modeling.

Primary Level Salary Range: $161,100.00 - $241,700.00

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.

Location & Eligibility

Where is the job
United States-California-Manhattan Beach
On-site at the office
Who can apply
Same as job location

Listing Details

Posted
September 9, 2026
First seen
October 5, 2026
Last seen
October 9, 2026

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Reliability Section Engineering Manager 2