Production Operations Manager 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.At the heart of Defining Possible is our commitment to missions. In rapidly changing global security environments, Northrop Grumman brings informed insights and software-secure technology to enable strategic planning. We’re looking for innovators who can help us keep building on our wide portfolio of secure, affordable, integrated, and multi-domain systems and technologies that fuel those missions. By joining in our shared mission, we’ll support yours of expanding your personal network and developing skills, whether you are new to the field, or an industry thought leader. At Northrop Grumman, you’ll have the resources, support, and team to do some of the best work of your career.
We are looking for you to join our team as Production Operations Manager 2 based out of Baltimore, MD.
What You’ll Get to Do:
Act as the primary manufacturing liaison to program management for development and execution of the manufacturing strategy
Act as primary product development, manufacturing, test, global supply chain, and mission assurance contact for program activities, leading program review sessions with internal and external customers to discuss operational aspects of technical, cost, and schedule performance
Oversee and manage product development, manufacturing, test, global supply chain, and mission assurance activities and serve as primary liaison to program management
Assess project and technical issues; develop and drive action plans and resolutions to meet productivity, quality, and stakeholder satisfaction goals and objectives
Develop mechanisms for monitoring project progress and for intervention and problem solving with program managers, engineering, suppliers, line/cell managers, and customers
Coordinates and leads the preparation of proposals; prepares and reviews all manufacturing Basis of Estimate justifications, creates master production schedules, and coordinates material planning and production scheduling to include all aspects of producing product through delivery
Drive continuous improvement through mitigating risks and realizing opportunities
Basic Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree with 8 years of experience in Program/Project Management, Engineering, and/or Manufacturing; Master’s degree with 6 years of experience in Program/Project Management, Engineering, and/or Manufacturing
Experience leading people across large organizations (direct reports)
Experience/SME for EVMS/CAM
Experience working across multiple teams and organizations
Experience troubleshooting and developing creative solutions to meet customer demands
Experience driving continuous improvement through mitigating risks and realizing opportunities
The ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret clearance is required
U.S. citizenship required
Preferred Qualifications:
A current/active DoD Secret Security Clearance
Manufacturing experience of defense related electronics
Continuous improvement techniques – LEAN, Red X, etc.
Proposal creation and labor estimating
Technical project management
RCCA Investigation type activities
Experience as a Functional Manager
Experience with data mining/manipulation & presentation
What We Can Offer You:
Northrop Grumman provides a comprehensive benefits package and a work environment which 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 f
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