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About Northrop Grumman
Northrop Grumman is a leading global aerospace and defense technology company providing systems in autonomous systems, cyber, C4ISR, space, strike, and logistics. Industry: Aerospace & Defense
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The Systems Engineer Level 5- Airframe IPT Lead joins the Launch Vehicles Division to lead a multi-disciplinary engineering team in designing, integrating, and delivering airframe designs for hypersonic environments. This role serves as the technical authority for mechanical design excellence, manufacturing, test planning, and mass control for kill vehicles. The individual will manage the Integrated Master Schedule, oversee design releases for procurement, coordinate technical maturation events like arcjet and structural verification tests, and act as the primary focal point for customer and government inquiries regarding airframe assembly. Key competencies include systems engineering, program management, and Earned Value Management System (EVMS) experience. The role addresses complex hypersonic system challenges by ensuring all design choices align with performance goals while balancing cost, schedule, and quality across internal teams and external partners to ensure successful mission outcomes.
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