Director – Command Systems Launch Execution Subsystem Lead

Northrop Grumman

. Drive hardware engineering execution as a leader across the SDS Division portfolio of programs while reporting into the Command Systems Business Unit (BU) organization.

Posted 3/26/2026full-timeRoy • Alabama, California, Colorado, Utah • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $193,800 - $290,600 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Drive hardware engineering execution as a leader across the SDS Division portfolio of programs while reporting into the Command Systems Business Unit (BU) organization.
Implement the vision for design engineering team to successfully execute hardware engineering for the Sentinel Command Systems Launch Execution Subsystem
Direct the implementation of integrated hardware engineering process across the CS Organization, driving consistency and implementation across program/product teams.
Drive a culture of empowerment and accountability that enables the team to efficiently execute to achieve results on time
Ensure Hardware Engineering product quality and consistency and manage auditing and oversight functions.
Interface closely with the CS Hardware Design lead, product/program team leadership to implement program and CS engineering priorities for the team.
Ensure successful integration of supplier hardware solutions to the Launch Execution Subsystem

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s Degree with at least 10 years of progressive engineering experience, or Master’s and 8 years’ of experience.
Experience managing people
3+ years experience designing and developing hardware.
3+ years experience with EVMS on hardware development programs
Active DoD Secret clearance, investigation must have been completed within last 5 years.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, Dental & Vision coverage
401k
Educational Assistance
Life Insurance
Employee Assistance Programs & Work/Life Solutions
Paid Time Off
Health & Wellness Resources
Employee Discounts

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Hard Skills & Tools

hardware engineeringdesign engineeringhardware developmentEarned Value Management System (EVMS)program managementauditingsupplier integration

Soft Skills

leadershipempowermentaccountabilityteam managementcommunication

Certifications

DoD Secret clearance