Manager Project Management-2
Northrop GrummanAbout the role
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.The Northrop Grumman Mission Systems Sector in San Diego, California has an immediate opening in the Communications Solutions Division, for a Manager 2, Project Management.
The individual will be responsible for operating in a team environment with the operating unit leadership, program managers, customers, and peer organizations to lead our manufacturing teams to improve operational efficiency, implement optimal solutions and define and implement the OU end-to-end manufacturing, integration & test strategies.
The candidate must be knowledgeable of the OU business acquisition process, program life cycle, manufacturing capabilities, scheduling techniques, continuous improvement strategies, manufacturing readiness assessments, compliance requirements and financial practices to execute cost and schedule objectives and implement strategic initiatives.
The Manager must possess strong leadership abilities, excellent communications skills and effective problem-solving capabilities. The candidate will be responsible for recruiting and mentoring future leaders, directing training and skill development initiatives and promoting engagement and inclusion activities. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, and the ability to influence up and down the chain of command is required, as is a proven track record of innovation, problem solving and career development.
What You'll Get to Do:
Act as the primary Manufacturing Operations interface to the Program Office, OU Business Management, Engineering, Supply Chain Management and Mission Assurance on all aspects of manufacturing program scope
Overall responsibility for managing proposals, production planning and execution of manufacturing programs, while monitoring and addressing all cost, schedule, performance, and quality issues
Lead multifunctional teams, including Operations functional support organizations, to ensure all program and manufacturing goals and objectives are met
Acts as the key point of contact for senior leadership on all contract and program related matters
Provides oversight and accountability for all OPM related activities in their area to ensure compliance with company objectives and obligations
Responsible for employee development, performance management and employee engagement activities
Product transition from development to production methodology and implementation Knowledge & experience in Manufacturing and Supply Chain as well as a strong customer domain knowledge
Basic Qualifications Manager 2:
Bachelor’s degree and a minimum of 8 years OR Masters and 6 years related experience in Program Product Line Alignment/Operations management or equivalent. Will consider 12 years of applicable experience in lieu of degree requirement.
Experience with ERP/ MRP
Experience in Control Account Management
Experience applying Earned Value Management techniques
Experience working with cross-functional teams
Experience with Continuous improvement and problem-solving tools and techniques
US Citizenship
Ability to obtain and maintain US Secret Clearance and SAP
Preferred Qualifications Manager 2:
Master's degree in STEM related discipline or MBA
Demonstrated experience leading operations team through a comprehensive estimate at complete
Experience with systems methodology and lean applications to problem solving
Proficient in Microsoft Project, IMS management and or Agile applications
What We Can Offer You –
Northrop Grumman provides a comprehensive benefits package and a work environment which encourages
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