Northrop Grumman

Sr Principal Production Operations

Northrop Grumman$123K — $185K *
Aerospace & Defense
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree with 5+ years of Project Management and Manufacturing experience, or 9+ years without a degree
  • Proven Project Management experience
  • Ability to interpret engineering drawings and parts lists
  • Familiarity with SAP or other ERP systems and MRP process
  • Experience in cost, schedule, and process improvement
  • Knowledge of EVMS and CAM practices
  • Proficient in MS Office applications, including Excel and Project
  • Must have or be able to obtain a DoD Secret Security Clearance; U.S. citizenship required

Responsibilities

  • Manage communications between Program Management Office and various departments
  • Meet targeted cost and schedule goals
  • Report on Manufacturing Operations status to management and customers
  • Ensure necessary resources are allocated for program execution
  • Establish and communicate goals/priorities to team members
  • Build effective relationships with cross-functional teams
  • Facilitate meetings to support production and problem resolution
  • Lead product team for requirements analysis and tracking
  • Manage manufacturing risks at program review meetings
  • Support proposal documentation for new work opportunities

Benefits

  • Comprehensive health plan
  • Savings plan
  • Paid time off
  • Education assistance
  • Training and development programs
  • 9/80 work schedule (where available)
  • Flexibility to choose benefits that suit personal and family needs
Full Job Description
RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available

CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: No

CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret

TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the TimeDescription

We are looking for you to join our team as a Sr Principal Operations Project Management based out of Annapolis, MD. This is not a manager job, it is an individual contributor role.

What You Will Get To Do:

Responsibilities Include:
  • Manage and maintain the day-to-day interfaces and communications between the assigned Program Management Office (PMO), Manufacturing, Test, Manufacturing Resource Planning (MRP), Mission Assurance (MA), Supply Chain (SCM), Engineering, and Shipping
  • Achieve targeted cost and schedule requirements
  • Understand 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 needed resources (resources Manufacturing needs as well as allocation of resources from Manufacturing) to execute the programs
  • Candidate must have demonstrated ability in working with cross organizational teams and customers; the ability to set and clearly articulate goals/priorities and successfully communicate them to key staff; strong leadership skills
  • Ability to build and foster effective relationships with others
  • Work closely with engineering in a fast-paced environment, fostering a sense of urgency and the ability to multitask in meeting critical deadlines
  • Facilitate internal meetings in a way to support design, production, and problem resolutions
  • Lead or participate on a product team, responsible for product-level requirements analysis, engineering and manufacturing of the products assigned, product tracking, and product visibility
  • Represent manufacturing at the program Risk Review Board (RRB) meetings and creating / managing any applicable manufacturing risks and/or opportunities from the program risk register
  • Support and generate proposal documentation as needed to foster new work


Qualifications:

Basic Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's degree with a minimum of 5 years of Project Management, Manufacturing experience; Master's degree with a minimum of 3 years of Project Management, Manufacturing experience; a minimum of 9 years of Project Management, Manufacturing experience may be considered in lieu of degree requirement
  • Project Management experience
  • Experience interpreting engineering drawings and parts lists
  • Knowledge of SAP or other Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system with a strong understanding of the MRP (Material Resource Planning) process including dependent requirements and group-to-group transfers
  • Experience with cost, schedule, and/or process improvement
  • Experience with EVMS (Earned Value Management Systems) and CAM (Control Account Management)
  • Experience MS Office applications including Excel, Word, Project, and Power Point
  • The ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret Level Security Clearance is required
  • U.S. citizenship is required


Preferred Qualifications:
  • Experience with proposals and populating basis of estimates
  • Experience working as an Operations Project Management (OPM) and/or a Manufacturing Engineering
  • Experience following hardware in a production environment
  • Experience presenting status to executive leadership (Director or VP level)
  • Active Secret Clearance
  • The ability to obtain a Top Secret/SCI Clearance; US citizenship is required


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What We Can Offer You:

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!

Primary Level Salary Range: $123,400.00 - $185,000.00

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.

Northrop Grumman Careers

Join the elite team at Northrop Grumman, a leading global security company providing innovative systems, products, and solutions in autonomous systems, cyber, C4ISR, space, strike, and logistics and modernization to customers worldwide. There has never been a more exciting time to advance your career with Northrop Grumman.

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Diversity and inclusion are the foundations of our culture. Northrop Grumman is committed to building a diverse team that fosters an inclusive environment, where every team member is valued for their unique perspectives and contributions. We believe that diversity fuels innovation.

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Northrop Grumman is dedicated to your professional and personal growth. We offer unparalleled benefits, including comprehensive health coverage, generous time off, and family care resources. Additionally, we provide extensive leadership and diversity training to help you craft your career path.

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Enhance your career through our robust networking opportunities. Connect with leaders and peers within Northrop Grumman through various events, mentorship programs, and professional groups. Our leadership is deeply invested in nurturing talent and guiding team members through their career journey.

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Learn more about Northrop Grumman
Size
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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