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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 Mission Systems Manufacturing Organization is seeking a Manager 2, Manufacturing Engineering to join the Operations Engineering Leadership Team.

The Manufacturing Engineering Manager will become part of Northrop Grumman's Operations Engineering Leadership Team with functional management responsibilities, focused on producing world class products in the Advanced Ceramics Facility (ACF) and the Advanced Interconnects and Multilayer Solutions (AIMS) manufacturing cells. ACF is committed to the rapid development, manufacture, and delivery of leading-edge discriminating products, utilizing ceramic materials, technology and processing to meet or exceed customer expectations. AIMS is committed to the rapid development, manufacture, and delivery of leading-edge discriminating products, utilizing advances in organic materials, technology, and processing to meet or exceed customer expectations.

The Manufacturing Engineering Manager will lead a team that facilitates the fabrication of RF substrates using multilayer Ferrite and Low Temperature Cofired ceramic methods in ACF and co-manage a team that fabricates printed wiring boards, manifolds, and backplanes for next generation RF hardware in AIMS  
 

Roles and Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Personnel management duties including supporting career development, employee engagement, time approval, staffing, yearly reviews, and all other related activities
• Oversight of direct report's work on various projects developing or maintaining Manufacturing Processes within ACF and AIMS, providing superior overall customer satisfaction in all cases
• Serving as the process owner for ACF and AIMS Product & Process development- including all aspects of producibility, affordability, quality, technology roadmaps, and related activities
• Brief upper management, project management and customers, as required, on process technology, product issue resolution, personnel development plans and status, organization issues/progress, etc.
• Work with area management, subject matter experts, suppliers, etc. (as required) to quickly and efficiently troubleshoot and solve issues related to the production of ACF and AIMS Products
• Support Manufacturing Process development, including all aspects of producibility, affordability, quality, technology roadmaps, and related activities
• Collaborate with manufacturing team members to ensure clarity of quotations and deliverables as well as promote knowledge transfer
• Work with area management, subject matter experts, suppliers, etc. (as required) to quickly and efficiently troubleshoot and solve issues related to the machined assemblies
• Support the planning, coordinating of capital equipment and process development projects and financial budgets

The chosen candidate will be a well-organized, enthusiastic individual with strong interpersonal and written communication skills and a passion for people, innovation, and excellence. She/he will also have the ability to communicate effectively with multiple disciplines to solve complex issues.

Basic Qualifications for the Manager, Manufacturing Engineering 2:

• Bachelor’s Degree and 8 or more years of relevant experience in manufacturing, management, project management (or 6 or more years of relevant experience in manufacturing, management, project management with an MS degree)
• Experience in development of Electronic Products or Mechanical Assemblies and Manufacturing Processes
• Prior Program, People, or Project Management or Leadership experience
• Must be able to obtain a Secret Clearance
• US Citizenship

Preferred Qualifications for the Manager, Manufacturing Engineering 2:

• Bachelor’s Degree or higher in Mechanical Engineering or other related STEM area 
• Experience with microelectronics manufacturing or detailed design experience
• Experience as a Process or Project Lead
• Experience with radar products and components
• Manufacturing Engineering Management experience
• Ability to obtain or currently possess a Top Secret Clearance
• Experience with multi-layer ceramic technology
• Experience with the fabrication processes of printed wiring boards, manifolds, and backplanes for RF hardware
• Experience with MIL-STD and Space class hardware requirements
• Manufacturing engineering experience including process control and control plan development
• Six Sigma Black belt/Green belt certification from an accredited program
• Direct career experience working in a represented manufacturing workforce environment

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: $123,400.00 - $185,000.00

The 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.