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Sentinel Manager Mission Assurance 2 - 16037

2 days ago Manhattan Beach, CA

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be 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 Defense Systems is seeking a Mission Assurance Manager 2. This position will be located in Manhattan Beach, CA and will support the Sentinel (GBSD) program. This role may offer a competitive relocation assistance package.
What You Will Get To Do:

Perform technical reviews as required.
Ensure execution of Sentinel MA tasks in compliance with Program, Division, Sector, and Company processes.
Support development, implementation and maintenance of the Sentinel Program Quality Assurance Program Plan.
Support allocation of program assignments for personnel to ensure the MA program areas have sufficient coverage.
Support Sentinel program FRBs ensuring identification of root cause and proper implementation of corrective actions and reach back and reach across.
Support preparation and execution of Program Preventive and Corrective Action Board (PCAB). Develop and maintain Sentinel Program Metrics.
Support preparation of the Program Management Program Review packages.
Provide functional management for MA staff including career development, performance management, training, employee engagement and communication of program and company news and objectives.
As a full-time employee of Northrop Grumman Defense Systems, you are eligible for our robust benefits package including:
- Medical, Dental & Vision coverage
- 401k
- Educational Assistance
- Life Insurance
- Employee Assistance Programs & Work/Life Solutions
- Paid Time Off
- Health & Wellness Resources
- Employee Discounts

This positions standard work schedule is a 9/80. The 9/80 schedule allows employees who work a nine-hour day Monday through Thursday to take every other Friday off. This role may offer a competitive relocation assistance package.

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You'll Bring These Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree and 6+ years of relevant professional experience or an additional 4 years of related experience in lieu of a degree.
Must be a US Citizen with an active DoD Secret Clearance with an investigation date within the last 6 years
Must be able to be successfully screened for Enhanced Security Clearances
Experience with Mission Assurance Engineering and Quality Engineering practices and processes
Experience in process monitoring, data collection, analysis, and metrics reporting
Minimum of 1 year experience leading a project or team and/or driving performance against schedule
These Qualifications Would be Nice to Have:

Active Top Secret Clearance.
Leadership experience within manufacturing and engineering environments.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Experience in Missile Systems/Sub-Systems design, construction, or sustainment
Six Sigma/Continuous Improvement training/experience.
Experience with ICBM Systems
Primary Level Salary Range: $117,600.00 - $176,400.00The 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.

Client-provided location(s): Manhattan Beach, CA
Job ID: NorthropGrumman-R10206124
Employment Type: OTHER
Posted: 2025-09-04T20:18:39

Perks and Benefits

  • Health and Wellness

    • Health Insurance
    • Dental Insurance
    • Vision Insurance
    • Life Insurance
    • Short-Term Disability
    • Long-Term Disability
    • HSA
    • HSA With Employer Contribution
    • On-Site Gym
    • Pet Insurance
    • Mental Health Benefits
    • Virtual Fitness Classes
  • Parental Benefits

    • Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
    • Non-Birth Parent or Paternity Leave
    • Fertility Benefits
    • Adoption Assistance Program
    • Family Support Resources
    • Adoption Leave
  • Work Flexibility

    • Flexible Work Hours
    • Remote Work Opportunities
    • Hybrid Work Opportunities
    • Four-Day Work Week
  • Office Life and Perks

    • Commuter Benefits Program
    • Company Outings
    • On-Site Cafeteria
    • Holiday Events
  • Vacation and Time Off

    • Paid Vacation
    • Paid Holidays
    • Sabbatical
    • Leave of Absence
  • Financial and Retirement

    • 401(K)
    • 401(K) With Company Matching
    • Performance Bonus
    • Relocation Assistance
    • Financial Counseling
    • Profit Sharing
  • Professional Development

    • Tuition Reimbursement
    • Promote From Within
    • Mentor Program
    • Shadowing Opportunities
    • Access to Online Courses
    • Lunch and Learns
    • Internship Program
    • Leadership Training Program
    • Associate or Rotational Training Program
  • Diversity and Inclusion

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