Northrop Grumman

Manager Manufacturing Operations 3

Northrop Grumman • $159K — $239K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's in a technical field or Master's with relevant manufacturing experience; additional experience may substitute for education.
  • Leadership experience in manufacturing or operations.
  • Familiar with manufacturing methods and processes.
  • Must be able to obtain a DoD Secret clearance.
  • US Citizenship required.

Responsibilities

  • Oversee all operations from beginning to end, including fabrication, machining, and testing.
  • Manage cost and schedule performance for programs or subsystems.
  • Ensure adherence to master plans and budgets, resolving process issues as needed.
  • Lead and direct the work of supervisors and employees, prioritizing safety initiatives.
  • Collaborate with site leaders to meet business objectives and milestones.

Benefits

  • Relocation assistance may be available.
  • Opportunity for bonuses based on individual and company performance.
  • Comprehensive health insurance coverage.
  • Paid time off, including holidays and vacation.
  • Life and disability insurance options.
Full Job Description
RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available

CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: No

CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret

TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the TimeDescription

Northrop Grumman Mission Systems (NGMS) is looking for you to join our team as a Manager Manufacturing Operations 3 based out of Sunnyvale, CA at the Marine Systems campus.

What You'll Get to Do:
  • Direct all aspects and phases of designated operations from inception through completion, including fabrication, machining, welding, assembly and test (steam plant).
  • Responsible for the cost and schedule performance of Operations programs or subsystems of major programs in designated areas.
  • Monitor adherence to master plans and schedules, cost performance to budgets, identifies process problems and develops solutions, and provides cost and schedule performance data/status as the Cost Area Manager for programs in area.
  • Direct the work of Supervisors and Employees, supports safety initiatives, and interfaces with Employee Union representatives as required for areas of responsibility.


The ideal candidate will provide leadership across the manufacturing team. The ability to direct and lead the organization to meet manufacturing delivery dates will be critical as well as providing leadership and guidance in areas such as technical guidance, process development, continuous improvement, safety, capacity and production planning, Capital/Facility planning, cost/benefit analysis, Manpower planning and staffing, workforce engagement, and merit planning. The ability to collaborate and liaise with the various leaders across the site to meet all business requirements and milestones is a key function of this role.

Basic Qualifications for the Manager Manufacturing Operations 3:
  • Bachelor's degree in a technical field and a minimum of 8 years of relevant work experience in manufacturing, maintenance or heavy assembly; OR a Master's degree with 6 or more years of relevant work experience in manufacturing, maintenance or heavy assembly (4 additional years of manufacturing, maintenance or heavy assembly experience may be considered in lieu of degree).
  • Management and/or leadership experience.
  • Experience with manufacturing methods and processes.
  • Ability to obtain a DoD Secret clearance.
  • US Citizenship required.


Preferred Qualifications for the Manager of Manufacturing Operations 3:
  • General MRP / ERP experience.
  • Government contracting and fixed price production experience.
  • Master's degree in Engineering or Management.
  • Current or active security clearance.


Primary Level Salary Range: $159,500.00 - $239,300.00

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.

About Northrop Grumman

Northrop Grumman is a security company that provides systems, products, and solutions in aerospace, electronics, information systems, shipbuilding, and technical services to government and commercial customers. They design, develop, and build everything from aircraft and spacecraft to cyber security systems. The company is involved in a wide range of defense and technology projects, including the development of aircraft, space systems, cybersecurity solutions, and advanced electronics.

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88,000 employees
Market Cap
$82.7 billion
Industry
Net Income
$3.1 billion
Founded
1939
5 Year Trend
+7.6%
Revenue
$36.7 billion
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