Material Process Engineering Manager 3 - 18822

0090 CORP-Corporate Office; United States; On-site; USD 175,400 - 263,200; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental & Vision coverage

401(k) retirement plan

Educational Assistance

Job summary

At 0090 CORP-Corporate Office, we are searching for a Materials Process Engineering Manager to support our Strategic Deterrent Systems division in Manhattan Beach, CA. This leadership position will involve overseeing electrical hardware lifecycle, managing suppliers, and providing technical recommendations to ensure compliance and cost-effectiveness.

The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in electrical engineering and a strong understanding of material processes, complemented by relevant education and a current DoD Secret security clearance.

Qualifications

• 8 years of experience with a Bachelor's degree, or 6 years with a Master's.
• Active U.S. Government DoD Secret security clearance required.
• Ability to work independently and adapt to changes.

Responsibilities

• Lead electrical PM&P efforts for large-scale defense programs.
• Manage supplier relationships and drive delivery of components.
• Mentor junior engineers on material selection and testing.

Skills

Leadership

Electrical Engineering

Material Selection

Project Management

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor of Science in a STEM discipline

Master of Science in a STEM discipline

Tools

Siemens Teamcenter

JIRA

Confluence

Microsoft Teams

Job description

Relocation assistance may be available. Clearance required for start: Yes. Clearance type: Secret. Travel: Yes, 10% of the time.

Northrop Grumman Defense Systems is seeking a Parts, Materials and Processes (PM&P) Material Process Engineering Manager 3 for the Strategic Deterrent Systems (SDS) division Engineering and Manufacturing team. This leadership role will be located in Manhattan Beach, CA and will provide enabling support for all business areas within the SDS portfolio.

Northrop Grumman supports the Air Force’s sustainment, development, production and deployment of hardware and system modifications for Intercontinental Ballistic Missile (ICBM) Ground and Airborne Launch Control Systems, Launch Facilities and associated infrastructure.

What You’ll Get To Do:

• Lead the electrical Parts, Materials & Processes (PM&P) effort for large scale defense programs, overseeing the full life cycle of electrical hardware such as cables, connectors, printed circuit boards, enclosures, and thermal electrical interface materials.
• Develop and maintain Electrical PM&P plans that define baseline requirements for design, development, production, test, and sustainment.
• Provide subject matter expertise during design reviews, offering recommendations on material selection, process feasibility, manufacturability, and cost effective solutions while ensuring compliance with applicable MIL STD 11991, MIL STD 1568, AS9100, and contract specifications.
• Manage supplier and subcontractor relationships, driving qualification, control, and delivery of electrical components that meet technical, quality, schedule, and security requirements.
• Chair the Program PM&P Control Board (PMPCB), presenting status, risks, and technical decisions to customers and senior leadership.
• Identify cost and schedule risks, develop mitigation plans, and integrate Earned Value Management forecasts for programs typically exceeding $50M in budget.
• Author and present technical content for proposals, milestone reviews, and position papers; support bid to win activities with accurate cost and technical input.
• Mentor and train junior engineers in best practices for electrical material selection, testing, failure analysis, and PM&P documentation.
• Coordinate cross functional collaboration among design, manufacturing, procurement, and quality assurance teams to resolve part and material related challenges promptly.
• Define Team operational strategies by working with program management and technical leaders.
• Set Team objectives, lead First Line Managers in meeting objectives, and report on progress.
• Improve current processes and optimize organizational procedures for efficiency and productivity.
• Identify opportunities for change and champion changes within the PM&P organization.
• Navigate ambiguity and develop a systemic approach and strategy to address and solve problems.
• Build relationships and effectively communicate to influence and ensure accountability across a network of stakeholders.
• Act with a sense of urgency and accountability.
• Take ownership of tasks and strategic direction.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental & Vision coverage
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Educational Assistance
• Life Insurance
• Employee Assistance Programs & Work/Life Solutions
• Paid Time Off
• Health & Wellness Resources
• Employee Discounts

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science degree in a STEM discipline with 8 years of experience, or Master of Science degree in a STEM discipline with 6 years of experience.
• Active U.S. Government DoD Secret security clearance at time of application, current and within scope, with ability to obtain and maintain Special Access Program (SAP) approval.
• Ability to work independently in a dynamic, collaborative environment and adapt to changing directions and priorities.
• U.S. Citizenship required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.

Nice to Have

• Engineering degree in Electrical, Mechanical, Materials, Materials Science, Metallurgical Engineering, or related field.
• Experience interpreting and ensuring compliance with industry and/or military standards and specifications for electrical parts and materials.
• Proven ability to tailor MIL-STD-11991 and MIL-STD-1568 requirements to program specific needs.
• Proficiency with Siemens Teamcenter or equivalent PLM system.
• Experience with ICBM system design, manufacturing, or sustainment (or comparable high energy density electrical systems).
• Working knowledge of SharePoint, JIRA, Confluence, and Microsoft Teams.
• Strong project management background focused on cost and schedule control.
• Experience writing and defending technical position papers and interacting with chief engineers and Integrated Product Teams.
• Familiarity with Agile and digital design environments.
• Demonstrated ability to delegate tasks, lead cross-functional teams, and mentor junior engineers.
• Experience working with subcontractors and managing supplier interfaces.

Primary Level Salary Range: $175,400.00 - $263,200.00. This range is a general guideline; 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. Employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and discretionary bonus in addition to base pay. Annual bonuses reward individual contributions and allow employees to share in company results. Employees in Vice President or Director positions may also be eligible for Long Term Incentives. Benefits include health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, savings plan, company paid holidays and paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business.

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.