Sr Principal Production Operations

ngc; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 123,000 - 185,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

9/80 Work Schedule

Education Assistance

Training and Development

Job summary

Northrop Grumman Mission Systems in Baltimore, MD is seeking a Sr. Principal Production Operations to serve as manufacturing liaison for strategy and execution on high‑stakes programs.

This 100% on-site role drives cross‑functional collaboration across product development, manufacturing, test, and supply chain, delivering schedules, cost controls, and quality improvements while supporting government-cleared programs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree with 8+ years in PM, Manufacturing Eng, or related field.
• Master’s degree with 6+ years in PM, Manufacturing Eng, or related field.
• Experience with cost, schedule, project leadership, and/or process improvement.
• Experience liaising between multiple disciplines to solve complex problems.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government Secret Security Clearance and SAP.
• U.S. Citizenship required.

Responsibilities

• Liaise with program management to develop and execute manufacturing strategy.
• Lead product development, manufacturing, test, global supply chain, and mission assurance activities for programs.
• Oversee and coordinate proposals, master production schedules, and material planning.
• Drive continuous improvement and risk mitigation across programs.
• Coordinate with engineering, suppliers, and customers for issue resolution.

Skills

Project/Program Management

Manufacturing Engineering

Cost & Schedule Management

Process Improvement

Cross-functional Collaboration

Troubleshooting

Executive Communication

US Citizenship

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field

Master’s degree in Engineering or Project Management

Tools

SAP ERP

EVMS/IMS

Job description

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance availableCLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: NoCLEARANCE TYPE: SecretTRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the Time

Description

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, 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 Mission Systems is a trusted provider of mission-enabling solutions for global security. We have a wide portfolio of secure, affordable, integrated, and multi-domain systems and technologies. Our differentiated battle management and cyber solutions deliver timely, mission-enabling information and provide superior situational awareness and understanding to protect the U.S. and its global allies.

Northrop Grumman Mission Systems is looking for you to join our team as Sr. Principal Production Operations based out of Baltimore, MD.

This position is 100% on-site

What You’ll Get to Do:

• Primary manufacturing liaison to program management for development and execution of the manufacturing strategy
• Primary product development, manufacturing, test, global supply chain, and mission assurance contact for program activities, leading program review sessions with internal and external customers to discuss operational aspects of technical, cost, and schedule performance
• Oversee and manage the product development, manufacturing, test, global supply chain, and mission assurance activities and serve as primary liaison to program management
• Assess project and technical issues and develops and drives action plans and resolutions to meet productivity, quality, and stakeholder satisfaction goals and objectives
• Develop mechanisms for monitoring project progress and for intervention and problem solving with program managers, engineering, suppliers, line/cell managers, and customers
• Coordinate and leads the preparation of proposals; prepares and reviews all manufacturing Basis of Estimate justifications, creates master production schedules, and coordinates material planning and production scheduling to include all aspects of producing product through delivery
• Drive continuous improvement through mitigating risks and realizing opportunities

Basic Qualifications:

• A Bachelor's degree with 8 years of experience in Project/Program Management, Manufacturing Engineering, or other related discipline; Master’s degree with 6 years of work experience in Project Management, Manufacturing Engineering, or other related discipline
• Experience with cost, schedule, project leadership, and/or process improvement
• Experience acting as a liaison between multiple disciplines to solve complex problems
• Experience troubleshooting and developing creative solutions to meet customer demands
• Experience driving continuous improvement through mitigating risks and realizing opportunities
• The ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government Secret Security Clearance and SAP (Special Access Programs) is required
• U.S. Citizenship required

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with Earned Value Management Systems (EVMS), Proposal Preparation, and/or Integrated Master Schedule (IMS) development
• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification
• Master’s degree in Engineering or Project Management
• Experience leading people and/or projects directly or indirectly
• Experience communicating with executive leadership (Director or VP level)
• Experience in earned value management, proposal preparation, and/or integrated master schedule (IMS) development
• Experience with SAP or other Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system
• A current/active U.S. Government Secret Security Clearance

What 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!

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Primary Level Salary Range: $123,400.00 - $185,000.00The 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.