Systems Engineering Team Lead

UK CITIZENSHIP REQUIRED FOR THIS POSITION: Yes

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available

TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the Time

Location: New Malden (hybrid working)

Salary: £70,000 - £85,000 DOE

Clearance: SC (or eligible)

Define Possible at Northrop Grumman UK

At Northrop Grumman UK, our mission is to solve the most complex challenges by shaping the technology and solutions of tomorrow. We call it Defining Possible. This mind-set goes beyond our customer solutions; it’s the foundation for your career development and the impact we have within the community.

Opportunity

A key member of the Systems Engineering function, this role is responsible for leading a team of Systems engineers in the planning, conduct and reporting of SE activities for an assigned project/programme. The Systems Engineering Team provides support within the Control Systems Account through the Project Lifecycle from defining Customer needs to Delivery and In Service Support. Our UK Defence business is a Sovereign software and systems centre of excellence.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support allocated SE team in specifying, planning, completing and delivering Systems Engineering activities throughout project lifecycle.
• Produce/review project technical documentation to project schedule.
• Prepare for and successfully deliver key design reviews (e.g. SRR/PDR/CDR) in accordance with the Systems Engineering processes and programme schedule.
• Technical management of suppliers, ensuring requirements and design baselines are maintained.
• Reviewing and challenging technical documentation received from Customer and suppliers.
• Lead/support reviews with the Customer and key suppliers.
• Ensuring adequate integration with other engineering functions involved in the delivery of the programme (Hardware, Mechanical, Software, V&V, ILS, IA, Safety etc.).

Management, Tracking & Reporting

• Technical and Task Leadership of the SE team to deliver the planned outputs to time, cost and quality, prioritising work, metrics, resolving issues or escalating as necessary.
• Line Management of assigned Systems Engineers, which includes defining and maintaining skills and competencies, timesheet management, Personal development, support and reporting.
• Drive the decision-making processes for exceptional activities or circumstances and deviations.
• Support risk reviews, programme reviews and design reviews.

Design, Development & Qualification

• Drive and support industry best practice for engineering involving designing, development, integration, verification, validation and qualification.
• Ensure designs comply with approved management plans, using approved design methods, competent personnel, effective delivery systems and design processes.
• Engage effectively with the Practice and Governance Team on Programme constraints, challenges and changes.
• Ensure deliverables are appropriately reviewed and checked by competent persons via single discipline and inter-discipline checks.
• Lead team Risk and Opportunity management.
• Lead/support estimation activities.

Benefits

We can offer you a range of flexible and hybrid working options to suit you, including optional compressed working schedule with every other Friday off. Our benefits include private health care, career development opportunities and performance bonuses.

We are looking for:

• Degree-qualified in a relevant engineering / technical subject (e.g. Systems Engineering, Software, Electrical engineering or similar)
• 3-5 years’ experience in a Systems Engineering role within defence, maritime, aerospace, or a similarly regulated industrial sector including supervisory activities
• Experience of systems requirements management, definition, design, integration, acceptance and analysis
• Knowledge of Control Systems and experienced and/or knowledgeable with PLC, SCADA and related Operational Technology systems
• Knowledge of System Engineering models and techniques.
• Able to work with people effectively at all levels, using well-developed influencing and interpersonal skills
• Experience of Model based design techniques including tools such as Enterprise Architect
• Team leadership experience or a strong aptitude for managing and developing people
• Effective communication with internal and external Stakeholders.
• Demonstrable knowledge and experience in requirements management (inc. tools such as DOORS or similar)
• Knowledge of marine electronic equipment and/or the marine environment
• Familiar with industry, military and environmental standards (e.g. ISO/IEC 15288, DEF STAN 00-35, 59-411)
• Knowledge and experience of engineering safety related systems (SIL 2 / 3)
• Knowledge/Experience of V&V activities including IADT, Environmental & EMC qualification with external test houses
• INCOSE Associate/Chartered Systems Engineering Professional

Security clearance

You must be able to gain and maintain the relevant UK Government security clearance in line with the job role (SC).

Why join us

• Be part of our global team of 100,000 colleagues – The possibilities for your future career are only limited by your drive.
• A mission to believe in – Every day we contribute to building a more secure and connected world.
• A place to belong and thrive – Every voice matters at our table meaning you can bring your authentic self to work.
• Your career, your way – Shape your career journey with diverse roles, mentorship, and development opportunities that fuel your curiosity.

Northrop Grumman is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce, and encourages individuals from all backgrounds and all abilities to apply and consider becoming a part of our diverse and inclusive workforce.