RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available

CLEARANCE TYPE: None

TRAVEL: 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.

Expand your horizons, advance your career, and contribute to a secure future for generations. Northrop Grumman’s Space Sector invites you to bring your pioneering spirit to our collaborative teams.

Responsibilities:

The Director of Facilities & Maintenance reports to the Senior Director of Operations for Propulsion Systems and will lead the Facilities & Maintenance departments supporting operations at the Bacchus, Clearfield and Promontory locations.  This position is responsible for leading the activities of the organization involving all aspects of Plant Maintenance and Repair including plant infrastructure, construction projects, buildings, and process equipment. This position is also responsible for ultimately ensuring plant requirements for safety and quality as well as the program requirements for cost and schedule are met. The Director is responsible to manage the Facilities & Maintenance resources, budgets and personnel to support the plants and ensure efficient production and delivery of quality hardware and products throughout these areas for a variety of government and commercial customers.

• Leads the Facilities & Maintenance organization and is accountable for all facility support for rocket motor production programs and production/research facilities, operations and equipment.  Works with the Value Stream Leadership to ensure proper support of the VSO requirements.

• Develops, communicates and implements vision, strategy, goals and metrics that align with the broader Operations organization and drive business objectives for safety, quality, people, cost, customer satisfaction, and continuous improvement.

• Establishes and implements a comprehensive plant maintenance strategy covering multiple operating sites and production/development programs

• Develops and sustains facilities and maintenance standards and related company command media.

• Manages staffing resources to effectively support, resolve and prevent production processing issues.

• Establishes and maintains collaborative working relationships with work teams, customers, program management, and other support organizations.

• Manages material and labor budgets.

• Utilizes effective talent management strategies to attract, retain, develop and engage the right people for the organization.

• Ensures a culture of continuous improvement is instilled in the entire organization.

 Education and Experience Requirements:

• Bachelor’s Degree with 14+ years related experience in facilities, maintenance, manufacturing operations, engineering, and/or program management OR Masters Degree with 12+ related experience in facilities, maintenance, manufacturing operations, engineering, and/or program management.

• Prior experience leading geographically dispersed teams.

• Candidate must be able to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret Security Clearance.

Skills & Qualifications:

• Demonstrated ability to lead a large and diverse group, establish clear expectations, inspire commitment, build teams, value diversity and put people first.

• Ability to foster implementation of continuous improvement projects in a controlled and safe manner.

• Demonstrated knowledge and ability to apply lean thinking principles and tools in order to improve efficiency and reduce waste.

• Ability to formulate and execute complex project plans and initiatives.

• Excellent interpersonal, communication, writing, presentation and critical thinking skills.

• Strong business acumen and a clearly demonstrated commitment to open communication and customer satisfaction.

• Demonstrated commitment to continuous development and enhancement of department personnel, including fostering a gratifying, collaborative work environment where employees are valued, empowered to undertake challenges and are encouraged to be innovative.

• Energetic operations experience including a strong working knowledge of Propulsion Systems Hazardous Operation Standards (HOPS).

Primary Level Salary Range: $145,500.00 - $218,300.00

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.