Manager General Manufacturing 2

Northrop Grumman Corp.; Madison (WI); On-site; USD 121,000 - 182,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health plan

Savings plan

Paid time off

Education assistance

Training and development

9/80 schedule

Job summary

Northrop Grumman Mission Systems seeks a Manufacturing Engineering Manager 2 in McClellan, CA to lead production planning, scheduling, and materials services. You will coordinate with Global Supply Chain, Engineering, and Business Management to optimize productivity, cost, and quality, while guiding a high-performing team.

The role requires US citizenship, a Top-Secret clearance, and 8+ years in manufacturing/engineering leadership, with SAP/Solumina experience and AS9100D familiarity.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university; 8 years experience, or Master’s 6 years, PhD 4+ years.
• Minimum of 2 years of direct leadership experience in manufacturing/production, operations, or engineering.
• Experience with SAP and Solumina; AS9100D requirements.

Responsibilities

• Direct production activities to plan, prepare, issue, and control production schedules in a fast-paced environment.
• Oversee status of work in process, material availability, and potential production problems.
• Allocate staffing to maximize efficiency, achieve schedule, and target productive yields.
• Lead fabrication, assembly, production control, and material services teams.
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams across multiple organization including Global Supply Chain, Manufacturing, Engineering and Business Management.
• Lead and optimize manufacturing operations by developing and implementing strategies that improve productivity, reduce cost, and ensure quality.
• Maintain site-specific manufacturing SOPs, work instructions, forms and procedures within site MES.
• Develop manufacturing proposals & basis-of-estimates (BOEs) for potential contracts.
• Coach and mentor a high-performing manufacturing team.
• Direct development and implementation of continuous improvement objectives using Lean methods.
• Provide guidance to Design Engineering during drawing reviews regarding manufacturability and constraints.
• Proactively manage risks, issues, or opportunities relating to cost and schedule performance.
• Establish Procedures for calibration and maintenance of standard tools and lab management ensuring ESD/FOD compliance.
• Collaborate with diverse groups and communicate effectively as the technical manufacturing representative.

Skills

People leadership

Project management

Lean manufacturing

US Citizenship

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related field

Master’s degree in engineering

PhD in engineering

Tools

SAP

Solumina

Job description

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance availableCLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: NoCLEARANCE TYPE: SecretTRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the TimeDescriptionAt Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportunities to work on revolutionary systems that impact people's lives around the world today, and for generations to come. Our pioneering and inventive spirit has enabled us to be at the forefront of many technological advancements in our nation's history - from the first flight across the Atlantic Ocean, to stealth bombers, to landing on the moon. We look for people who have bold new ideas, courage and a pioneering spirit to join forces to invent the future, and have fun along the way. Our culture thrives on intellectual curiosity, cognitive diversity and bringing your whole self to work — and we have an insatiable drive to do what others think is impossible. Our employees are not only part of history, they're making history.At Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportunities to work on revolutionary systems that impact people's lives around the world today, and for generations to come. Our pioneering and inventive spirit has enabled us to be at the forefront of many technological advancements in our nation's history - from the first flight across the Atlantic Ocean, to stealth bombers, to landing on the moon. We look for people who have bold new ideas, courage and a pioneering spirit to join forces to invent the future of producibility with quality and customer satisfaction. Our culture thrives on intellectual curiosity, cognitive diversity and bringing your whole self to work — and we have an insatiable drive to do what others think is impossible.What You'll get to do:Direct production activities to plan, prepare, issue, and control production schedules, in conjunction with technical and program requirements to meet production/delivery requirements in a fast-paced environment.Oversee the status of work in process, material availability, and potential production problems to ensure that equipment, materials, and services are available, as needed.Allocate staffing to maximize efficiency, achieve schedule, and target productive yields.Lead fabrication, assembly, production control, and material services teamsCoordination with cross functional teams across multiple organization including Global Supply Chain, Manufacturing, Engineering and Business Management to ensure effective communication and coordination.Lead and optimize manufacturing operations by developing and implementing strategies that enhance productivity, reduce cost, and ensure high-quality product delivery.Accountable for maintenance of site-specific manufacturing standard operating procedures, work instructions, forms, and instructions/procedures within site MES.Develop manufacturing proposals & basis-of-estimates (BOEs) for potential contracts.Build, coach, and mentor a high-performing manufacturing team.Direct development and implementation of continuous improvement objectives using Least Waste Way Standard Work and eliminating waste to improve safety, ensure quality, meet delivery schedules, and raise morale.Provide guidance to Design Engineering during drawing reviews regarding design concepts and specification requirements to best utilize equipment and manufacturing techniques; and to identify any manufacturability challenges or changes required ahead of drawing release.Proactive management of risks, issues, or opportunities relating to cost and schedule performance.Establish Procedures for calibration and Maintenance of standard tools across Manufacturing as well laboratory management ensuring compliance with ESD and FOD requirements.The ideal candidate will be able to work individually as well as collaborate with a diverse group of individuals, work tactically, but with an eye towards future strategy, and exhibit solid communication skills while acting as the technical representative voice for manufacturing.Northrop Grumman Mission Systems is looking for you to join our team as a Manufacturing Engineering Manager 2 based out of McClellan, CA.Basic Qualifications:Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with 8 years of experience; Master's with 6 years of experience; PhD with 4+ years of experience (4 additional years of experience may be considered in lieu of a degree).Minimum of 2 years of relevant, direct experience with people or project leadership in manufacturing/production, operations, or engineering.Experience with SAP and SoluminaExperience with AS9100D requirementsMust be a US CitizenMust have or be able to obtain and maintain a Top-Secret ClearanceProject management experience in manufacturing and or engineeringPreferred Qualifications:A Bachelors in a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering or Math) field, or a Masters in a STEM fieldExperience providing innovative techniques focused on improving product designs and tooling assemblies or equipment.Continuous improvement implementation experiences that include problem solving, and leading project teams to improve flow and standardize processes.Supervisory/management experience.Lean Manufacturing ExperienceWhat 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!Top-Secret ClearancePrimary Level Salary Range: $121,100.00 - $181,700.00The 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.