Director of Production Operations – Sentinel Program

Northrop Grumman; United States; On-site; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Northrop Grumman in Roy, Utah, is seeking a Director of Production Operations 2 to lead the Sentinel Program. This senior role oversees manufacturing from planning through delivery, ensuring alignment with the program baseline and production schedules.

You will guide an IPT, manage MRA processes, schedule first articles and long-lead parts, and drive rate readiness while coordinating with government approvals and customer milestones. Clearance is required.

Qualifications

• Experience leading large-scale production programs.
• Strong knowledge of manufacturing processes and scheduling.
• Ability to communicate with government and customer stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Oversee procurement to delivery of the Sentinel program.
• Lead an Integrated Product Team (IPT) to align manufacturing strategy.
• Manage MRA processes and reporting to leadership.
• Coordinate resource and master schedule alignment.

Skills

Manufacturing Leadership

Program Management

IPT Leadership

Lifecycle Management

Supply Chain Planning

Govt Approvals

Tools

PLM Systems

MES

Engineering Release

MRP/ERP

Job description

Northrop Grumman in Roy, Utah, is seeking a Director of Production Operations 2 to lead the Sentinel Program. This senior role oversees manufacturing from planning through delivery, ensuring alignment with the program baseline and production schedules.

You will guide an IPT, manage MRA processes, schedule first articles and long-lead parts, and drive rate readiness while coordinating with government approvals and customer milestones. Clearance is required.