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Director of Engineering 1 – Flight Software Integrated Product Team Lead

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Key Responsibilities

FSW IPT strategy and execution (cost, schedule, technical, quality, risk and opportunity management, forecasting) to meet the deliveries and milestones of the program.

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RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available

CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: No

CLEARANCE TYPE: None

TRAVEL: Yes, 25% 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's Space Systems Sector's Multi-Domani Operations Division (MDO) is seeking a Director of Engineering 1 – Flight Software (FSW) Integrated Product Team (IPT) Lead to join our team of qualified, diverse individuals. This position will be located in Redondo Beach, California and will report functionally to the Western Region Software Engineering Director.

The Flight Software (FSW) IPT Lead will be responsible for end‑to‑end cost, schedule, technical, and management oversight of the Bus FSW organization to ensure high‑quality, on‑time deliveries for multiple execution programs across all tranches. Responsibilities encompass leading the NG IPT inclusive of key subcontractor performance and delivery to critical schedule commitments. Effective communication and excellent leadership characteristics are essential.

Responsibilities

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    Bachelor’s Degree in a STEM discipline from an accredited university with a minimum of ten (10) years of experience in engineering and/or software management

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    Demonstrated understanding of full‑life‑cycle software development experience (requirements, architecture, design, coding, unit test, integration, test support)

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    Demonstrated experience leading multiple Agile teams delivering a shared product

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    Experience with system integration and test strategies, including integration test environments, test automation, regression testing, and V&V workflows.

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    Experience with release planning, approvals, and deployments to production environments.

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    Experience managing cost and schedule; CAM (Control Account Manager)

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    Ability to obtain and maintain DoD Secret Clearance.

Requirements

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  • Master’s Degree in STEM or an MBA

  • Fifteen (15) years of experience in project or program management, leading people, projects, or programs with software technical teams.

  • Demonstrated discipline in meeting cost and schedule targets for technically complex work with experience across all phases of program lifecycle

  • Strong background working with cross functional Systems Engineering & SW teams

  • Deep expertise in Agile principles, processes, and tooling; hands on use of Jira and Confluence for planning, tracking, and reporting.

  • Excellent written and verbal communication ability to all levels of the organization and outside stakeholders

  • Excellent conflict management and negotiation skills

  • Demonstrated ability to make tough decisions

  • Prior experience managing subcontractors

As a leader with integrity, you ensure ethical conduct, balanced results, and partner satisfaction. You respect and nurture growth, fostering a culture of excellence. Skilled in building collaborative teams and customer trust, you communicate well, foster strong teams, and embrace change.  

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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.

Location & Eligibility

Where is the job
United States-California-Redondo Beach
On-site at the office
Who can apply
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Listing Details

Posted
September 28, 2026
First seen
October 5, 2026
Last seen
October 5, 2026

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Director of Engineering 1 – Flight Software Integrated Product Team Lead