Production Operations Manager, OEM - Schedule & Budget Lead

Northrop Grumman; Sykesville (MD); On-site; USD 140,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off (PTO)

Discretionary bonus

Job summary

Northrop Grumman is seeking an experienced Operations Execution Manager to lead Manufacturing Operations programs, coordinating with PMO, MA, GSC, and Engineering. You will drive cost, schedule, and technical performance while ensuring resources and budgets align with contract scope.

The role requires a strong background in program leadership, SAP/ERP experience, and EVMS practices, with a focus on timely, risk-aware delivery in a secure environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, manufacturing or business management; 8+ years experience (or 6+ with Master's).
• Experience leading operations-focused programs or management roles.

Responsibilities

• Lead Manufacturing Operations team and coordinate with PMO, MA, GSC, Engineering, etc.
• Report status to Program Manager and executives with appropriate detail.
• Lead proposal development for Manufacturing Operations.

Skills

Cost management

Schedule management

Project leadership

Risk management

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering/manufacturing/business

Master's degree (preferred)

Tools

SAP/ERP systems

EVMS (Earned Value Management)

MS Office/Data tools

Job description

Northrop Grumman is seeking an experienced Operations Execution Manager to lead Manufacturing Operations programs, coordinating with PMO, MA, GSC, and Engineering. You will drive cost, schedule, and technical performance while ensuring resources and budgets align with contract scope.

The role requires a strong background in program leadership, SAP/ERP experience, and EVMS practices, with a focus on timely, risk-aware delivery in a secure environment.