Advise on all phases of surface ship construction, including structural build, module integration, outfitting, and test events. Evaluate shipbuilder progress, production quality, material readiness, and adherence to Naval Sea Systems Command (NAVSEA) specifications. Support design reviews, drawings, work packages, and configuration management activities. At Northrop Grumman, we are committed to maintaining the highest of ethical standards, embracing diversity and inclusion, protecting the environment, and striving to be an ideal corporate citizen in the community and in the world. Primary Level Salary Range: $169,000.00 - $253,600.00 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. Radar arrays (e.g., SPY-series, AN/SPS-series) EO/IR systems EW/ES systems Ensure sensor installation meets configuration, EMI/EMC, cooling, power, cyber, and alignment requirements. Support Combat Systems Light-Off (CSLO), testing, and certification events. Serve as a technical advisor to Program Offices (PEOs), shipyards, and fleet stakeholders. Identify risks to schedule, cost, and technical performance; recommend mitigation strategies. Support ship checks, readiness assessments, trials, and milestone reviews (e.g., HM&E Light-Off, Builder's Trials, Acceptance Trials). Interpret NAVSEA technical manuals, interface control documents, and ship specifications. Translate operational fleet needs into technical requirements for construction and modernization programs. Ensure ship capabilities align with mission profiles, Combat System requirements, and CONOPS. Bachelor's degree with 16+ years of experience, master's degree with 14+ years of experience or Ph.D. with 12+ years of experience in Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics, or related technical fields; an additional 4 years of experience may be considered in lieu of a degree. U.S Citizenship is required. Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD secret clearance Experience with Navy surface ship construction, modernization, or Combat Systems integration experience. Experience with with NAVSEA processes, shipyard production, and sensor/combat system installation requirements. Experience with supporting ship trials, test events, and fleet introduction. Experience with with shipyards, OEMs, government engineers, and fleet representatives. Advanced degrees in Science, Technology, Engineer, or Mathematics or other related technical fields. A current / active DoD Top Secret Clearance or higher Prior experience with a Navy Program Office (e.g., PEO Ships, PEO IWS). Background as a Navy Combat Systems Officer, Systems Test Officer, ET/FC/AE/OS/GM Chief or Senior Engineer. Experience as a Control Account Manager (CAM).