Manager Manufacturing Engineering 2

Manufacturing Engineering Manager 2

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. Put your skills to the test by pushing the boundaries of what's possible. From global defense to sustainment and modernization to mission readiness, your experience and ability will make it a reality. Our programs are built on equal parts of curiosity and collaboration. Our combined effort means our customers can connect and defend millions of people around the world. With Northrop Grumman, you'll have the opportunity to be an essential part of projects that will define your career, now and in the future.

We are looking for you to join our team as a Manufacturing Engineering Manager 2 working in our Depot production and repair operation located in Warner Robins, GA.

What You'll Get to Do : The Manufacturing Engineering Manager 2 will lead a team of engineers working within the Warner Robins Operating Unit. The successful candidate will lead direct report employees based on organizational goals, program activity, and company policies. The ideal candidate will be able to work individually as well as collaborate with a diverse group of individuals, work tactically, but with an eye towards future strategy, and exhibit solid communication skills while acting as the technical representative voice for the depot manufacturing engineering team. The Manager will support and be accountable for goals including :

Provide project and technical oversight of all activities performed by the group

Prepare cost estimates, provide proposal inputs, and review proposal content for both internal and external customers

Presents work products at program reviews, proposals, or other project meetings

Create new and modify existing assembly / manufacturing instructions with necessary operations to support build sequence, while also including specifications / quality requirements

Apply advanced manufacturing processes, model-based manufacturing, and development of manufacturing plan

Ensure team members are familiar with and use required engineering processes, procedures, and tools

Facilitate / mediate in conflict resolution matters.

Leadership for support and adherence to standard processes.

Cultivate an inclusive and engaging workplace. Ensure employees' work life balance is appropriate.

Forecasting staffing needs and workload; employee inclusion, engagement, mentoring and career development; providing employee training and identifying necessary skills for program execution; managing employee performance reviews; and leading multitude of functional management processes.

Champion of new business and strategic growth for your engineering area of responsibility

Basic Qualifications :

• Must have 12 years of engineering or related experience with a high school diploma / GED.
• Will also consider a Bachelor's Degree in an engineering discipline with 8 years of engineering or related experience; Masters Degree in an engineering discipline with 6 years of engineering or related experience; Will also consider 10 years of engineering or related experience with Associates Degree in Engineering discipline
• 6+ years of manufacturing engineering and / or manufacturing technology experience
• 4+ years of project management / IPT leadership / cost account management experience.
• Demonstrated excellence in written and oral communication skills along with proven success working in an integrated product team environment.
• High proficiency in technical problem solving, to include trade studies and root cause analysis.
• Candidate must have knowledge of engineering and manufacturing process, be proficient in process development as well as functional organization aspects.
• Experience and extensive knowledge of advanced manufacturing processes and development of manufacturing plans.
• Experience in cost estimation, cost account management, developing detailed integrated schedules, risk identification and management, earned value management, and proposals
• This position requires the applicant to be a U.S. citizen and the ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret (or higher) clearance.

Preferred Qualifications :

NGSkills Salary Range : $111,700.00 - $167,500.00 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.