Director Manufacturing Operations - Level 1

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available

CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: No

CLEARANCE TYPE: Top Secret

TRAVEL: Yes, 25% 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.

Embark on a career putting innovative, reliable, and agile products and ideas into orbit, and beyond. Northrop Grumman has opportunities waiting for you that play a vital role in human space exploration, national defense, and scientific discovery, supporting multiple programs across the universe. With us, you’ll discover a culture of curiosity and collaboration that will have you Defining Possible from the day you start. Our space systems connect and protect millions of people on earth every day, now and for the future. Explore your future and launch your career today.

Are you interested in expanding your career through experience and exposure, all while supporting a mission that seeks to ensure the security of our nation and its allies? If so, then Northrop Grumman Space Sector is the place for you. With us, you’ll discover a culture of curiosity and collaboration that will have you Defining Possible from the day you start. Northrop Grumman is currently seeking a Director, Manufacturing Operations – Level 1, to join our Manufacturing and Operations (M&O) organization supporting the central region.  This role will be located in Chandler AZ.

Role and Impact:

• Manage a group of high performing engineers and process owners at multiple locations establishing objectives, providing direction, and ensuring strategic alignment to support the M&O goals and objectives for the Central Region sites.
• Act as an advisor to subordinate managers and staff members to meet schedules or resolve technical or operational problems.
• Team and collaborate closely with internal & external customers and stakeholders, including, but not limited to, Programs, Safety, Manufacturing, Mission Assurance, Global Supply Chain, and Facilities.
• Manage, coach and drive continuous improvement of processes, procedures, work instructions, tools, metrics, and training materials to achieve safety, quality, schedule and cost goals for M&O in the Central Region.
• Drive implementation of consistent practices and best practices for capacity analysis and production planning as part of Space Sector initiatives for M&O.
• Support planning for CAPEX to support manufacturing needs for our Central Region.
• Develop staffing strategies to support program needs while managing direct and indirect budgets.
• Manage employee/team talent development, performance management and career development.
• Drive continuous improvement of the organization and its processes.
• Other duties as assigned.

As a leader with integrity, you ensure ethical conduct, balanced results, and partner satisfaction. You respect and nurture growth, fostering a culture of excellence. Skilled in building collaborative teams and customer trust, you communicate well, champion excellence, and embrace change.

If this job description reads like it was written specifically for you, consider joining our team!

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree with 10+ years of relevant professional experience, including people management experience, in a manufacturing related environment – OR – Master’s degree with 8+ years of relevant professional experience, including people management experience, in a manufacturing related environment.
• Experience in a continuous improvement, process monitoring, data collection, analysis, and metrics management environment.
• Demonstrated ability to improve organizational health through being aligned as an organization, executing effectively, genuinely and meaningfully connecting with employees and managing employees.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, writing, presentation and critical thinking skills. Clear, demonstrated commitment to open communication and customer satisfaction.
• Ability to obtain a U.S. Government Top Secret security clearance.  US Citizenship is a prerequisite.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in a STEM field.
• Six Sigma/Continuous Improvement training/experience.
• Earned Value Management Systems (EVMS) experience.
• An active U.S. Government Top Secret security clearance.  US Citizenship is a prerequisite.

You’ll be a great fit if you:

• Have a strong understanding of manufacturing planning including sourcing plans, demand planning, capacity planning and manufacturing readiness planning.

About Space Sector: We are an industry-leading provider for prime satellite and payload capabilities and directed energy and electronics solutions for national security, military, and civil customers.

Curious about all the exciting developments with the Northrop Grumman Space Sector? Click the link below:  https://www.northropgrumman.com/space

Primary Level Salary Range: $160,200.00 - $240,200.00

The 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.