Manager Tool Engineering 2 - CAM

0090 CORP-Corporate Office; United States; On-site; USD 146,600 - 219,800; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Life and disability insurance

Paid time off

Company-paid holidays

Job summary

Northrop Grumman Aerospace Systems is seeking a Manager Tool Engineering 2 in Palmdale, CA to lead tooling cost performance for integrated programs. This role requires coordinating with various teams, managing budgets, and delivering presentations.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree and at least 5 years of relevant experience, along with strong leadership skills and the ability to obtain a DoD Secret clearance. The position offers a competitive salary range and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of engineering experience in tooling, manufacturing, or production environments.
• 2+ years of leadership or management experience.
• Ability to obtain DoD Secret clearance.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate with program and operations leadership across the IPT.
• Develop presentations for customers and stakeholders.
• Manage program projects and budgets.

Skills

Supplier management

Cost management

Leadership

Data analysis

Risk assessment

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

Master’s degree in related field

Tools

MS Excel

MS Project

Microsoft Suite

Job description

Job Summary

Northrop Grumman Aerospace Systems is hiring a Manager Tool Engineering 2 with the title Control Account Manager to lead and deliver tooling cost performance for integrated programs.

Location & Relocation Assistance

Location: Palmdale, CA. Relocation assistance may be available.

Clearance & Travel

Must obtain a DoD Secret clearance. Travel: Yes, approximately 10% of the time.

Essential Job Functions

• Coordinate with program and operations leadership across the Integrated Program Team (IPT) to meet program cost, schedule, and technical objectives.
• Develop and deliver presentations to customers, senior leaders, and other stakeholders regarding tooling cost performance.
• Direct supervision and management of staff, building a high‑performing team.
• Prepare future proposals and estimates impacting tooling Scope of Work (SOW).
• Create Basis of Estimates (BOE), documenting work scope, estimate methodology, and pricing.
• Track budget actuals versus predictions and financial performance in accordance with Earned Value Management (EVM) standards.
• Identify, assess, and mitigate technical, cost, and schedule risks, maintaining risk and opportunity registers.
• Coordinate with Global Supply Chain for purchase order, change order, and supplier invoicing management.
• Collaborate across program and functional teams to ensure accurate data and on‑time execution.
• Analyze data and prepare leadership briefings for Homeroom Leaders, Program Leaders, and Customers.
• Manage program direct, capital, and indirect projects and budgets.

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree AND 5 years of related engineering experience in tooling, manufacturing/operations, assembly lines, or implementing technology in a production environment.
• OR Master’s degree AND 3 years of related engineering experience in the same areas.
• Minimum 2 years of leadership or management experience.
• Ability to obtain a DoD Secret clearance and Special Program Access.
• Experience in supplier management and cost management.

Preferred Qualifications

• Active DoD Secret clearance.
• STEM degree.
• Familiarity with data evaluation tools such as MS Excel and MS Project.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Suite.
• Experience with Earned Value Management System (EVMS) and large‑scale financial portfolio management in aerospace, automotive, or production environments.
• Experience implementing and leading agile methodologies and data digitalization for trend identification.

Compensation & Benefits

Salary range: $146,600 - $219,800. Base pay may be supplemented by overtime, shift differential, discretionary bonus, and long‑term incentives for certain senior positions. Benefits include health insurance, life and disability insurance, a savings plan, company‑paid holidays, and paid time off.

EEO Statement

Northrop Grumman is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We make 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.