RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance availableCLEARANCE 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.At the heart of Defining Possible is our commitment to missions. In rapidly changing global security environments, Northrop Grumman brings informed insights and software-secure technology to enable strategic planning. We're looking for innovators who can help us keep building on our wide portfolio of secure, affordable, integrated, and multi-domain systems and technologies that fuel those missions. By joining in our shared mission, we'll support yours of expanding your personal network and developing skills, whether you are new to the field, or an industry thought leader. At Northrop Grumman, you'll have the resources, support, and team to do some of the best work of your career.
We are looking for you to join our team as Production Operations Manager 2 based out of Baltimore, MD.
What You'll Get to Do:

• Act as the primary manufacturing liaison to program management for development and execution of the manufacturing strategy

• Act as 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 product development, manufacturing, test, global supply chain, and mission assurance activities and serve as primary liaison to program management

• Assess project and technical issues; develop and drive 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

• Coordinates 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:

• Bachelor's degree with 8 years of experience in Program/Project Management, Engineering, and/or Manufacturing; Master's degree with 6 years of experience in Program/Project Management, Engineering, and/or Manufacturing

• Experience leading people across large organizations (direct reports)

• Experience/SME for EVMS/CAM

• Experience working across multiple teams and organizations

• 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 DoD Secret clearance is required

• U.S. citizenship required

Preferred Qualifications:

• A current/active DoD Secret Security Clearance

• Manufacturing experience of defense related electronics

• Continuous improvement techniques - LEAN, Red X, etc.

• Proposal creation and labor estimating

• Technical project management

• RCCA Investigation type activities

• Experience as a Functional Manager

• Experience with data mining/manipulation & presentation

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!
Primary Level Salary Range: $139,800.00 - $209,800.00The 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.PDN-a0723be9-d18f-443d-86d2-f45b6f6190d2