Manager, Systems Engineering 2

Quick Facts

• Clearance: Active USG Top Secret (background investigation within past 5 years or enrolled in Continuous Evaluation); must obtain SAP/PAR

• Travel: Yes, ~10%

Description

Lead a section of 8–15 systems engineers while balancing 85% technical SOW work and 15% functional homeroom manager (FHR) SOW. Manage hiring, development, performance, and day-to-day operations, including resource balancing and resolution of critical/urgent technical issues. You’ll foster an inclusive, continuous-improvement culture focused on engagement, affordability, innovation, and value growth.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop a team of 8–15 systems engineers

• Own hiring, training, development, and retention of section talent (including university and experienced hiring)

• Provide leadership and direct employee performance, including engagement strategies and corrective actions

• Manage daily operations: employee movement, balancing resources across programs, and handling critical/urgent issues

• Promote professional development and collaboration across the Systems Engineering team

• Provide clear assignments, connect work to the bigger picture, and build a motivating, inclusive environment

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in a STEM discipline with 9 years combined technical and management experience, or Master’s degree with 7 years combined technical and management experience

• Experience in at least one of the following: Requirements and Verification, Operations Analysis, Modeling and Simulation, Systems Analysis, System Architecture, Mission Integration or Model Based Systems Engineering, IFC, Specialty Engineering, or other applicable SE competency

• Experience leading an engineering team or project

• Currently briefed to and supporting applicable program statement of work

• Active USG Top Secret clearance with background investigation within the past 5 years or enrolled into Continuous Evaluation

• Ability to obtain and maintain initial Special Program Access (SAP/PAR), obtained prior to employment or within a reasonable company-defined time

Benefits

• Health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance

• Savings plan

• Company-paid holidays and paid time off (PTO)

• Potential overtime, shift differential, and discretionary bonus (role-dependent)

• Annual bonuses based on individual contributions and company results

• Long-term incentives for Vice President/Director positions (role-dependent)