Manager Manufacturing Project Engineering 2

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.Northrop Grumman Mission Systems Manufacturing Engineering is seeking a Manager of Manufacturing Project Engineering to join the Operations Leadership Team. The Manufacturing Project Engineering Manager will be responsible for the manufacturing execution of development and production programs in the Baltimore Commodities manufacturing cells. Those cells include the Advanced Microelectronics Cell (AMEC), the Automated Feed Factory (AFF), the Advanced Ceramics Fabrication Cell (ACF), and the Advanced Interconnects and Multilayer Solutions cell (AIMS).
The position requires leadership of a technical team of approximately 17 total engineers that are responsible for:

Acting as the main point of contact for all manufacturing engineering related activities for their product within the cell
Monitoring product performance, quality, delivery, and cost metrics; highlighting detractors and gathering resources to resolve them
Collaborating closely with their process engineering peers as well as other functional groups supporting shop floor, program office, and customer (quality engineering, manufacturing supervision, production, operations, design engineering, program management)
Driving root cause corrective action efforts
Identifying continuous improvement opportunities; creating solutions and lobbying for funding
Reviewing and handling product on the shop floor
Leading communications outward from the shop floor, through yield meetings, situations reports, problem resolution charts, etc.
Documenting and managing non-recurring activities for initial product startup as well as supporting manufacturing readiness reviews
Collaborating with hardware engineering to develop producible designs and product development schedules that support program needs
Providing manufacturing expertise to NGC suppliers as needed in support of program requirements

Additional responsibilities and attributes of the Manufacturing Project Engineering Manager include, but are not limited to:

Providing staffing support, mentoring, employee engagement facilitation, career development, and performance assessments for the 17 engineers across the Commodities cells.
Managing the financial performance of the Manufacturing Project Engineering cost center (budget, utilization, program allocations).
Ensuring team resources and skills are in place to meet both technical and financial objectives
The Manager of Manufacturing Project Engineering must perform in a fast-paced, dynamic, and high visibility operation; work well in a team environment; and have excellent written and verbal communication skills. They must have a passion for people, innovation, and excellence, along with the ability to effectively collaborate with multiple disciplines to solve complex issues.
Basic Qualifications for the Manager of Manufacturing Project Engineering:

Bachelor's Degree in a STEM field and 8 years or more of relevant professional experience (6 years or more years of relevant professional experience with a Master's degree)
Experience with manufacturing engineering and new product development
Experience with project management and communication including associated tools and methods
Ability to obtain and maintain a US Secret level security clearance is required.
US Citizenship is required.
Preferred Qualifications for the Manager of Manufacturing Project Engineering:

Experience with microelectronics manufacturing processes and product development
Experience with environmental coatings manufacturing processes and product development
Experience in a leadership position managing people and projects
Six Sigma Black belt/Green belt certification from an accredited program
What We Can Offer You:
Northrop Grumman provides a comprehensive benefits package and a work environment that 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
Additional benefits:

Education Assistance
Training and Development
* 9/80 Schedule at Many Sites
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MANUMS
Primary Level Salary Range: $149,400.00 - $224,000.00The 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.