Manager Manufacturing Engineering 2

Northrop Grumman; Palmdale (CA); On-site; USD 133,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

Northrop Grumman in Palmdale, CA is seeking a Manager Manufacturing Engineer 2 to translate product design into detailed assembly instructions and BOM compliance. You will guide Design Engineering reviews and drive manufacturability improvements across the production floor, leading a diverse team on complex issues.

The role requires a Bachelor’s (or Master’s) in engineering with several years of production experience, strong leadership, and the ability to obtain a DoD Secret clearance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering with 5 years in production assembly/fabrication incl. composites, metallics.
• Master’s Degree in Engineering with 3 years in production assembly/fabrication incl. composites.
• Active DoD Secret clearance or ability to obtain Special Program Access.

Responsibilities

• Create/modify assembly/manufacturing instructions for build sequences with specs and BOM.
• Provide guidance to Design Engineering on drawings to resolve manufacturability challenges.
• Ensure processes comply with regulations and support the production floor as liaison.
• Investigate root causes and drive corrective actions to maintain quality.
• Develop tooling/fixtures to support operations and serve as manufacturing aids.
• Lead and collaborate with a diverse team to deliver practical, innovative solutions.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Manufacturing engineering

Production planning

Process improvement

Root cause analysis

Team management

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering

Master’s Degree in Engineering

Tools

CAM (Computer Aided Manufacturing)

BOM management tools

Job description

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be availableCLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: YesCLEARANCE 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.Northrop Grumman Aeronautics Systems (NGAS) has an opening for a Manager Manufacturing Engineering 2 to join our team of qualified, diverse individuals within our Manufacturing Engineering organization. This leadership role is located in Palmdale, CA.The Manager Manufacturing Engineer 2 will be responsible for taking the product design and converting it into a sequence of detailed assembly/ manufacturing instructions, which will include the following responsibilities:Key Responsibilities:Create new and modify existing assembly/ manufacturing instructions with necessary operations to support build sequence, while also including specifications/quality requirements and maintaining a bill of material (BOM)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.Ensures processes and procedures are in compliance with regulations and engineering specifications. You will also drive the team to support the production floor in a liaison role. These activities include answering assist calls from technicians, processing of MRB tags, performing root cause corrective action, and be responsive to keep production movingInvestigate and initiate corrective action to ensure product quality; resolve quality issues that arise during the build process to ensure all parts conform to the design configuration.Develop tooling / fixtures to conduct the operations steps and to serve as manufacturing aids for technicians.Manufacturing Engineers for Aeronautics Systems are expected to provide technical solutions to a wide range of complex and difficult problems.They are problem solvers who have the ability to provide results that are innovative, thorough, practical, and consistent with organization objectives.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 Operations.We offer flexible work arrangements, 4/10 work schedule with every other Friday off, 1st and 2nd shift, phenomenal learning opportunities, exposure to a wide variety of projects and customers, and a very friendly team environment. We are looking for self-motivated, proactive, and goal-oriented people to help us grow our services and become even better at what we do.Our Leaders at Northrop Grumman live our values daily and encourage our teams to do the same. We do the right thing: upholding the highest ethical standards and facilitating a safe and respectful environment that attracts, retains, and inspires a diverse and engaged team. We do what we promise: holding yourself and others accountable to meet predictable and balanced results. We commit to shared success: operating as OneNG and removing barriers for our teams. Finally, We pioneer: setting a vision that shapes the future and inspires others.Basic Qualifications:Must have a Bachelor’s Degree AND 5 years of engineering experience in production assembly/fabrication including composites, metallic, coatings application, and/or production manufacturing OR Master's Degree AND 3 years of engineering experience in production assembly/fabrication including composites, metallic, coatings application, and/or production manufacturingMust have 2 year of prior management/leadership experience in related fieldAbility to interface/communicate with multiple levels of leadership, clients, and vendorsMust have an Active DOD Secret clearance and the ability to obtain Special Program Access within a reasonable period of time, as determined by the company to meet its business needs.Must be willing to work any shift.Preferred Qualifications:STEM Degree (Science, Technical, Engineering or Mathematical)Understanding of Engineering, Tooling, Production, Program Management and GSC Subcontracts Processes.Experienced in dynamic environments where here may be schedule changes, design changes and validation failures.Experience with Earned Value Management and CAMMust have a complete understanding of aircraft operations and maintenance as well as a through knowledge of aircraft scheduling.Experience working hands-on in a production assembly line environmentExperience providing innovative techniques focused on improving product designs and tooling assemblies or equipmentComplex assembly or composite experience and process knowledgePrimary Level Salary Range: $133,100.00 - $199,700.00The 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.