Manager Manufacturing Engineering 2

Company: Northrop Grumman Corp. (AU)
Location: San Diego
Posted on: November 13, 2024

Job 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 Aeronautics Systems has an opening for a Manager Manufacturing Engineering 2 to join our team of qualified, diverse individuals within our Manufacturing Engineering organization. This leadership role is located in San Diego, CA.The Manager Manufacturing Engineer 2 will be responsible for taking the product design and converting it into a sequence of detailed assembly/ manufacturing instructions, which will include the following responsibilities:Key Responsibilities:

• Create new and modify existing assembly/ manufacturing instructions with necessary operations to support build sequence, while also including specifications/quality requirements and maintaining a bill of material (BOM)
• Provide guidance to Design Engineering during drawing reviews regarding design concepts and specification requirements to best utilize equipment and manufacturing techniques; and to identify any manufacturability challenges or changes required ahead of drawing release.
• Investigate and initiate corrective action to ensure product quality; resolve quality issues that arise during the build process to ensure all parts conform to the design configuration.
• Develop tooling / fixtures to conduct the operations steps and to serve as manufacturing aids for technicians.
• Manufacturing Engineers for Aeronautics Systems are expected to provide technical solutions to a wide range of complex and difficult problems.
• They are problem solvers who have the ability to provide results that are innovative, thorough, practical, and consistent with organization objectives.
• 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 Operations.We offer flexible work arrangements, 9/80 work schedule with every other Friday off, phenomenal learning opportunities, exposure to a wide variety of projects and customers, and a very friendly team environment. We are looking for self-motivated, proactive, and goal-oriented people to help us grow our services and become even better at what we do.As a leader, you always act with integrity, and the highest ethical standards characterize everything you do. You enable your team to achieve predictable and balanced results, while satisfying the needs of internal and external partners. You treat all people with respect, and you model personal growth and continuous development. You know how to build an inclusive environment that attracts, retains, and inspires a diverse and engaged team. You develop trusted and valued customer relationships and communicate effectively, so that people throughout the organization feel engaged and connected to their work. You deliver excellence, strive for continuous improvement, and respond vigorously to change.Basic Qualifications:
  • Must have a Bachelor's Degree in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Math) AND 7 years of related work experience in production assembly/fabrication including composites, metallic, coatings application, and/or production manufacturing operations OR Master's Degree in STEM AND 5 years of experience in production assembly/fabrication including composites, metallic, coatings application, and/or production manufacturing operations OR PhD STEM with 2 years of experience in production assembly/fabrication including composites, metallic, coatings application, and/or production manufacturing operations
  • Must have 2 year of prior management/leadership experience in Manufacturing Engineering or Operations
  • Must have an active DoD Secret security clearance (US Citizenship required) as well as the ability to obtain and maintain Program Special Access
  • Ability to work 1st shift "7am-4:30pm" and any work schedule (times may vary)Preferred Qualifications:
    • Understanding of Engineering, Tooling, Production, Program Management and GSC Subcontracts Processes.
    • Experienced in dynamic environments where there may be schedule changes, design changes and validation failures.
    • Experience with Earned Value Management and CAM
    • Must have a complete understanding of aircraft operations and maintenance as well as a thorough knowledge of aircraft scheduling.
    • Experience working hands-on in a production assembly line environment
    • Experience providing innovative techniques focused on improving product designs and tooling assemblies or equipment
    • Complex assembly or composite experience and process knowledge
    • Current access to Advanced ProgramsSalary Range: $122,200 - $183,400The 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.Employees may be eligible for 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.Northrop Grumman is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action 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/AA and Pay Transparency statement, please visit . U.S. Citizenship is required for most positions.
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