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Chief Engineer - Level 5

Northrop GrummanChandler, AZFull-time$152,900 - $229,300

This position supports the Advanced Programs Chief Engineer by providing technical oversight across a portfolio of space and launch-related programs. The engineer will guide program engineering teams, lead major technical and design reviews, ensure hardware and designs meet customer and company standards, and resolve complex issues spanning multiple disciplines. The role also involves customer engagement, proposal support, coordination of shared technologies and technical initiatives, and leadership of digital transformation activities. It is suited to an experienced engineering leader with strong systems or multidisciplinary expertise, excellent communication skills, and a record of guiding complex programs with limited supervision. The position is fully on-site in Chandler, requires an active Secret clearance, U.S. citizenship, and occasional travel.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in STEM with 12+ years professional experience (or Master's with 10+ years, or PhD with 8+ years)Active Secret security clearance with ability to obtain Top Secret clearanceMinimum 12 years directly related experience with demonstrated technical leadershipMulti-disciplinary or systems engineering background with expertise in design standards and configuration managementExceptional communication and leadership skills for cross-functional teamsU.S. citizenship required
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2,700+ AZ employees across Chandler (launch vehicles/missile defense), Gilbert (satellite manufacturing), and Mesa/Sierra Vista.

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