Northrop Grumman Mission Systems is a trusted provider of mission-enabling solutions for global security. We have a wide portfolio of secure, affordable, integrated, and multi-domain systems and technologies. Our differentiated battle management and cyber solutions deliver timely, mission-enabling information and provide superior situational awareness and understanding to protect the U.S. and its global allies.
Northrop Grumman Mission Systems is looking for you to join our team as a Production Operations Manager 2 based out of Baltimore, MD.
What You’ll Get to Do:
Manage the production execution for Operating Unit programs
Manage Manufacturing cost and schedule performance
Serve as Manufacturing lead for all proposals in the Operating Unit
Create and lead teams to resolve the issues adversely impacting the Manufacturing execution of the programs
Comprehend and report on Manufacturing Operations status at the required level of detail to the Program Manager, Sector Executive Management and customers
Ensure Manufacturing has the resources needed (resources Manufacturing needs as well as allocation of resources from Manufacturing) to execute the programs
Serve as Functional Manager and direct the work of the reporting Operations Project Managers
Perform manpower planning and execute hiring to support the Business Division
Mentor, develop, and assess direct reports
Provide strategic leadership to ensure all Program and Manufacturing objectives are achieved
Provide Manufacturing expertise to support the strategic vision of the Business Division
Work with cross organizational teams and customers to set and clearly articulate goals/priorities as well as communicate them to key stakeholders
Basic Qualifications:
A Bachelor's degree with 8 years of experience in Project/Program Management, Manufacturing Engineering, or other related discipline; Master’s degree with 6 years of work experience in Project Management, Manufacturing Engineering, or other related discipline
Experience leading people across large organizations
Experience with cost, schedule, project leadership, and/or process improvement
Experience acting as a liaison between multiple disciplines to solve complex problems
Experience troubleshooting and developing creative solutions to meet customer demands
Experience driving continuous improvement through mitigating risks and realizing opportunities
Experience with SAP/ERP systems
Current/Active U.S. Government Secret Security Clearance is required
U.S. Citizenship required
Preferred Qualifications:
Project Management Professional (PMP) certification
Expertise in earned value management, proposal preparation, and/or integrated master schedule (IMS) development
Experience as a Cost Account Manager (CAM)
Manufacturing experience of defense related electronics
Continuous improvement techniques – Six Sigma, Kaizen, LEAN, Red X, etc.
Proposal creation and labor estimating
Technical project management
Root Cause Corrective Action (RCCA) Investigation type activities
Experience as a Functional Manager
Experience with data mining/manipulation & presentation
Expertise in executive leadership (Director or VP level) communication and engagement
Northrop Grumman provides a comprehensive benefits package and a work environment which encourages your growth and supports the mutual success of our people and our company. Northrop Grumman benefits give you the flexibility and control to choose the benefits that make the most sense for you and your family.
Your benefits will include the following: Health Plan, Savings Plan, Paid Time Off and Additional Benefits including Education Assistance, Training and Development, 9/80 Work Schedule (where available), and much more!
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Primary Level Salary Range: $139,800.00 - $209,800.00The 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.The boar re-runs this search every day and emails you what’s new — scraped straight from company career sites, no recruiter spam. Free.