Aerospace Manufacturing Leader (Secret Clearance)

Northrop Grumman; Palmdale (CA); On-site; USD 145,000 - 218,000; Full time

Job summary

Northrop Grumman Aeronautics Systems in Palmdale, CA, has an opening for a Manager of General Manufacturing 3 to lead the manufacturing activities of a cost center, ensuring safety, quality, and cost/schedule objectives.

The role requires directing frontline managers, coordinating training, and planning daily work to meet program goals across shifts in a fast-paced environment. Strong leadership and a track record in manufacturing are essential.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED with 11 years’ aerospace/manufacturing experience.
• 3 years of supervisory/management experience.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite and the ability to effectively communicate and present to leadership.
• Must be willing to work on listed schedules and obtain DoD Secret clearance with Special Program Access.

Responsibilities

• Provide direction, coaching, and day-to-day leadership to frontline managers and other production personnel in the assembly and manufacturing areas.
• Ensure team members receive required training and prepare daily work plans in support of program objectives.
• Encourage and support employee career development, including educational options for highly motivated team members.
• Provide leadership to ensure affordability initiatives and process improvements are identified, pursued, and supported.
• Accomplish manufacturing staff results by managing expectations, planning, monitoring, and coaching.
• Recruit, select, orient, and train staff; develop personal growth opportunities.

Skills

Leadership

MS Office

Communication

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Master's Degree

Job description

Northrop Grumman Aeronautics Systems in Palmdale, CA, has an opening for a Manager of General Manufacturing 3 to lead the manufacturing activities of a cost center, ensuring safety, quality, and cost/schedule objectives.

The role requires directing frontline managers, coordinating training, and planning daily work to meet program goals across shifts in a fast-paced environment. Strong leadership and a track record in manufacturing are essential.