Manufacturing Operations Project Manager 3

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.

Northrop Grumman Mission Systems is seeking a Manufacturing Operations Project Manager 3 to support the F35 program reporting to the OPM Director for the “Tactical Fighter Division”.  This position is located in Baltimore, MD.

The OPM Manager position is both a functional management position with direct reports and a Project Leadership position. The Manufacturing Operations Project Managers are the interface between the Business Division and Manufacturing.

This position is responsible for schedule management and cost accountability of Manufacturing activities for this Business Division.

What You’ll Get to Do:

• Manage the production execution for Business Unit programs

• Manage Manufacturing cost and schedule performance

• Serve as Manufacturing lead for all proposals in the Business Unit

• Create and lead teams to resolve the issues adversely impacting the manufacturing execution of the programs

• Understand and report on Manufacturing Operations status at the required level of detail to the Program Manager, Sector Executive Management and customers

• Ensure Manufacturing has the needed resources (resources Manufacturing needs as well as allocation of resources from Manufacturing) to execute the programs

• Serve as Functional Manager and direct the work of your reporting Operations Project Managers

• Perform manpower planning and execute hiring to support the Business Division

• Mentor, develop, and assess direct reports

• Provide strategic leadership to ensure all Program and Manufacturing objectives are achieved

• Provide Manufacturing expertise to support the strategic vision of the Business Division

The chosen candidate must have demonstrated ability in working with cross organizational teams and customers; the ability to set and clearly articulate goals/priorities and successfully communicate them to key staff; strong leadership skills; and a track record of building high-performance teams, with a particular focus on employee development, engagement, inclusion, and retention.

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree and 8 years of relevant experience working in Manufacturing, Engineering, Test, Production, Manufacturing or Industrial Engineering, Project Engineering, IPT, Operations Project Management (OPM), or similar roles; Master's degree with 6 years’ experience working in Manufacturing, Engineering, Test, Production, Manufacturing or Industrial Engineering, Project Engineering, IPT, Operations Project Management (OPM), or similar roles

• 5+ years of experience leading people and/or projects with a minimum of 2 years supporting direct reports

• Working knowledge of SAP and Material Requirements Planning (MRP) systems

• Program execution experience with excellent presentation and communication skills

• Candidate must have an Active U.S. Government DOD Secret Clearance with a background investigation date within 5 Years

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in a STEM field

• Demonstrated expertise in the following systems and concepts: - MRP and IMS Scheduling- SAP production planning and material management tools- ISE/CADSTAR- Earned Value Management Continuous Improvement, Lean Manufacturing and Manufacturing

• Experience leading Manufacturing proposal efforts that include labor quoting, schedule and capacity analysis, investment planning, and descriptive writing contributions

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 following: Health Plan, Savings Plan, Paid Time Off and Additional Benefits including Education Assistance, Training and Development, 9/80 Work Schedule (where available), and much more!

As a full-time employee of Northrop Grumman Mission 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 

Link to Benefits: https://totalrewards.northropgrumman.com/

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