
This full-time on-site role at Northrop Grumman's Northridge facility serves as the Chief Engineer for the Stand-in Attack Weapon program within the Advanced Weapons Business Unit. The position acts as the definitive technical authority, overseeing the engineering baseline, managing multi-disciplinary teams, and leading systems engineering activities from design through verification. Key responsibilities include chairing technical reviews, resolving complex engineering challenges, and serving as the primary liaison between the program manager and customers. The role appeals to candidates seeking to work on revolutionary defense systems with a pioneering culture that values intellectual curiosity and cognitive diversity. While the position requires a Secret clearance and involves 10% travel, it offers the opportunity to shape the future of aerospace technology in a location combining urban amenities with Southern California's natural beauty.


