Non Destructive Test (NDT) Manager of Operations - Level 1

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be availableCLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: NoCLEARANCE TYPE: NoneTRAVEL: 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.Northrop Grumman's Space Sector is seeking a Non Destructive Test (NDT) Manager of Operations - Level 1 to join our team in Promontory, UT. The preferred location for this role is Promontory, UT. May consider one of the following major Space sector locations: Clearfield, UT.
Lead a team of skilled NDT technicians and technician team supervisors in ensuring product quality. Execution excellence of daily activities for multi-shift operations across multiple locations
In this job, you will:

Ensure daily safe execution of hazardous operations to AHOPS, SA-22 and other requirements

Manage demand of NDT inspections with schedulers, Ops, and VSETs

Manage department's NDT certification compliance to NAS-410 and act as department responsible level III per QA-16

Coordinate work across NDT organization to support peak demand and overtime

Manage budget, down time, and organization's SQDEC board

Provide input for OSCB/PPCB, Program Management, Change Boards, and Senior Management.

Manage personnel development and track performance

Other duties as assigned

Basic Qualifications:

Approved STEM Bachelor's degree with 7 years of professional experience - OR - Approved STEM Master's degree with 6 years of professional experience.

No clearance required to start

Four or more years in leadership/supervisory role in manufacturing or quality operations

Working knowledge of NDT Methods, Change Management processes and quality procedures.

Hold one or more NDT Level II certifications and have the capability to obtain at least one level III certification.

Demonstrated ability to build relationships and communicate effectively with all levels of the organization and with internal and external customers

Demonstrated organization and communication skills in a high pace environment

Demonstrated leadership abilities, including the ability to coach, develop and mentor others

Preferred Qualifications:

Ability to drive change through creating, sustaining and improving standards and procedures

Excellent written communication and presentation skills.

Excellent time management and organizational skills.

Detail oriented but able to understand the big picture.

Broad understanding of company policies and procedures.