Full-Time

General Manufacturing Manager 2

Posted on 12/4/2024

Northrop Grumman

Northrop Grumman

10,001+ employees

Aerospace and defense technology solutions provider

Cybersecurity
Aerospace
Defense

Compensation Overview

$112.2k - $168.4kAnnually

+ Bonus

Senior, Expert

No H1B Sponsorship

Hanover, MD, USA

No relocation assistance available.

US Citizenship, US Top Secret Clearance Required

Category
Production Planning & Scheduling
Quality Control & Compliance
Warehouse Operations
Operations & Logistics
Required Skills
SAP Products
Requirements
  • Bachelor’s Degree with a minimum of 8 years of relevant experience; Master’s Degree with 6 years of experience; Note, 12 or more years of work experience may be considered in lieu of degree
  • 5 or more years of experience in a Manufacturing, Production, Operations or Engineering environment
  • Proven experience leading and managing projects and/or personnel including resource management
  • Must be a U.S. Citizen with the ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Secret Level Security Clearance
  • Bachelor’s Degree in business, engineering, or other STEM area plus 9+ years relevant experience
  • 7+ years of experience leading and managing production or development projects with direct personnel, including resource management
  • Prior experience working in a represented (union) environment
  • Experience with SAP/MES
  • Lean Manufacturing Experience
  • US Citizenship with an Active U.S. DoD Secret Clearance
  • Familiar with PCAB/SQDCM Lean tools
Responsibilities
  • Providing direction to employees utilizing management guidelines and general policies; design and process development, production, operations, engineering, test, and quality assurance functions.
  • Driving employee efficiency
  • Meeting product cost and schedule targets
  • Managing the area to produce quality products and coordinate priorities
  • Implementing process improvements along with Facilitating and leading WCO meetings and projects to improve affordability, quality, and schedule
  • Interfacing with quality, mission assurance and test engineering to coordinate priorities as well as test shift coverage, schedule, and delivery
  • Providing insight to capital expenditures, capacity planning and facilities management
  • Overseeing tooling, calibration and receiving dock
  • Utilizing PCAB/SQDCM Lean tools

Northrop Grumman provides advanced aerospace and defense technology solutions, focusing on areas such as autonomous systems, cybersecurity, and space operations. The company develops and integrates complex systems that support government and commercial clients, particularly the U.S. Department of Defense and international allies. Its products work by combining cutting-edge technology with extensive research and development to create comprehensive solutions tailored to specific needs. Unlike many competitors, Northrop Grumman emphasizes long-term contracts and a diversified income base across various segments, including Aerospace Systems and Mission Systems. The company's goal is to maintain a strong market position through continuous innovation and by delivering reliable, high-quality solutions to its clients.

Company Stage

IPO

Total Funding

$192.2M

Headquarters

Falls Church, Virginia

Founded

1939

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Increased demand for autonomous systems boosts Northrop Grumman's Manta-Ray drone development.
  • U.S. investment in space exploration offers opportunities for Northrop Grumman's space systems expertise.
  • Modernization of military aircraft secures contracts like the $3.5B E-6B Mercury successor.

What critics are saying

  • Emerging defense contractors threaten Northrop Grumman's market share in autonomous systems.
  • Agile procurement processes may disadvantage Northrop Grumman's reliance on long-term contracts.
  • Geopolitical tensions could disrupt Northrop Grumman's supply chain and international operations.

What makes Northrop Grumman unique

  • Northrop Grumman specializes in autonomous systems, cyber, and space technologies.
  • The company has a strong track record with government contracts, including the U.S. Navy.
  • Northrop Grumman's diversified segments ensure a stable revenue base across aerospace and defense.

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Benefits

Health Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Paid Vacation

Paid Holidays

Relocation Assistance

Performance Bonus

INACTIVE