Mechanical Engineering Manager 2

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: Yes CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the Time Description 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. At the heart of Defining Possible is our commitment to missions. In rapidly changing global security environments, Northrop Grumman brings informed insights and software-secure technology to enable strategic planning. We’re looking for innovators who can help us keep building on our wide portfolio of secure, affordable, integrated, and multi-domain systems and technologies that fuel those missions. By joining in our shared mission, we’ll support you by expanding your personal network and developing skills, whether you are new to the field, or an industry thought leader. At Northrop Grumman, you’ll have the resources, support, and team to do some of the best work of your career. We are looking for you to join our team as a Mechanical Engineering Manager 2 based out of Linthicum, MD. What You’ll Get to Do This position is for a Functional Manager of the Mechanical CAD (MCAD) Drafting team supporting the Mission Systems sector. The role is part of the Drafting Section within the Hardware Mechanical Department in Baltimore, MD. The manager will lead a team of approximately 12 drafters.   Key responsibilities include: • Managing the day-to-day workload and priorities of the MCAD drafting team • Partnering with program teams to ensure technical quality and on-time delivery to schedule • Conducting performance reviews and providing regular feedback and coaching • Performing workload forecasting and developing staffing plans to meet current and future demand • Coordinating work with external partners and suppliers • Driving process improvement, standardization, and roadmap development for the drafting function • Leading hiring, onboarding, and skill development to address workload demand and attrition • This is a dual-role position that combines people leadership with individual contributor responsibilities supporting programs and strategic initiatives.   The manager is expected to: • Champion positive change, improvement, and innovation within the team • Maintain high levels of employee engagement through training, career development, mentoring, and stretch assignments • Develop and execute engagement action plans to support team morale and retention • Balance the achievement of program and departmental goals with consideration for staff work/life balance • Communicate clearly and effectively, and build strong working relationships with direct reports, customers, and cross-functional partners This position is contingent upon the ability to obtain an active U.S Government Secret Clearance or the successful transfer of an active US. Government Secret Clearance prior to start. Basic Qualifications: • Bachelor’s Degree with 8 years of experience, master’s degree with 6 years of experience, Ph.D. with 4 years of experience in Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics or related tec