Sentinel Manufacturing Engineering Manager 2 (17266 -17267)

Northrop Grumman•Roy, UT

120d•$115,000 - $172,400•Onsite

About The Position

Northrop Grumman Defense Systems is seeking a Manufacturing Engineering Manager 2 to lead the Sentinel Program’s Manufacturing Engineers (ME) in Roy, Utah. This position supports the development of Command Systems. The role involves leading the onsite ME Team as a member of the Sentinel Manufacturing leadership team, interfacing with other Manufacturing team members, customers, and suppliers. The lead will be responsible for the timely execution of specific SOWs and delivery, as well as managing the ME resources required to execute the SOW. The individual will have working knowledge of ME related processes for performing producibility analysis, creating manufacturing plans, creating the Manufacturing Bill of Material (MBOM), creating work instructions, assessing supplier capabilities utilizing MRA processes as defined by the DOD MRA handbook, and the ability to assimilate/collate metrics for internal and customer reporting. The candidate will need to demonstrate exceptional organizational and interpersonal skills, and the ability to multi-task and communicate effectively with varying levels of Customer, NGC, Supplier employees, and leadership. Experience leading the team to perform at cost and schedule while achieving all requirements is essential.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in a technical or business related field and a minimum 8 years of related experience, or a Master’s degree with a minimum of 6 years’ experience.
Must have an Active U.S. Government DoD Secret security clearance at time of application, current and within scope, with an ability to obtain and maintain Special Access Program (SAP) approval within a reasonable period of time, as determined by the company to meet its business need
1 year experience leading a project and/or driving performance against schedule
Demonstrated management experience leading a technical and complex program effort.
Excellent verbal and written communications skills

Nice To Haves

Managing people experience
5 years of experience with Land Based Missile Systems modification deployment programs
3 years of experience with DoD weapon system conceptual and preliminary design, particularly related to design analysis cycles, cost versus capability trade studies, and multi-discipline design integration
Prior experience operating in a dynamic environment of increasing production schedules and high delivery rates
Previous experience interfacing with multiple suppliers across a wide range of products for ensuring product manufacturing capability and on time delivery
Proven leader; problem solver; possess a strong work ethic; and have excellent communications and interpersonal skills required to work closely with teammates, stakeholders and both internal and external customers.
Familiarity with Northrop Grumman Manufacturing Engineering, processes and procedures.
Knowledge and experience with Production Planning functions
Experience working with Systems Applications and Products (SAP)
Prior experience with ICBM Command and Launch mechanical, electrical and electronic systems

Responsibilities

Collaborate with the CS Manufacturing Lead to assess SOW requirements for the execution of Sentinel program requirements related to Manufacturing Engineering and delivery SOWs
Develop and co-ordinate accurate and executable resource plans, assist with creation of Integrated Master Schedules, work plans and associated status tracking metrics
Provide guidance and direction for the team of Manufacturing Engineers who are executing the SOW requirements
Collaborate across the ME Team to ensure consistency in the use of Digital Engineering processes, tools and methods for accomplishing the development work leading to Production
Develop team members for growth in work scope capability and job satisfaction
Establish milestones and monitor adherence to master plans and schedules, identify program opportunities for improvement and obtain solutions as applicable
Conduct assessments of team member’s performance related to team and individual goals