Mechanical Engineering Manager 2

Northrop Grumman•Mesa, AZ

51d•$126,600 - $189,800•Onsite

About The Position

This position is an engineering leadership role in the Medium Caliber Gun Operating Unit within Northrop Grumman Defense Systems. As a leader in Guns Engineering, the Mechanical Engineering Manager 2 manages the production support, supplier support, supplier development and test engineering functions. This position is located onsite in Mesa, Arizona.

Requirements

Bachelor of Science in a STEM field & 8+ years of related experience, OR a Masters degree in a STEM field & 6+ years of related experience in Mechanical or Manufacturing Engineering
A deep understanding of the design for manufacturing and assembly process
A deep understanding of mechanical testing processes including instrumentation and data acquisition
U.S. Citizen
Position may require domestic and international travel, up to 10%

Nice To Haves

Understanding of Six Sigma disciplines, design for assembly / design for manufacturing (DFA/DFM) is preferred
Prior experience in the design of mechanical equipment is highly desired
Prior experience working in an engineering classification in manufacturing environment is highly desired
Bachelors degree in a mechanical or manufacturing engineering
10+ years of experience
previous leadership experience of an engineering team
Demonstrated effectiveness in achieving results through understanding and management of internal processes and customer/supplier relationships
Strong oral and written communication skills with ability to focus on multiple projects with competing priorities
Demonstrated experience in making sound decisions in uncertain and difficult situations
Demonstrated strength in technical writing
Demonstrated experience working with customers to ensure project success

Responsibilities

Lead and manage the production support engineering, supplier support engineering, supplier development engineering and engineering test functions at the Mesa site
Sets role and performance expectations, provides feedback, coaching, training and growth opportunities for direct reports
Successfully manages assignments and forecasts future demand such that the engineering functions are appropriately staffed and have the correct skill sets
Ensures compliance and provides guidance to staff on interpretation of operating procedures and process documents
Provides outstanding engineering support to the Mesa Guns Business Unit including: Experimental and development testing of medium caliber weapon systems, Testing of medium caliber weapons systems integrated into vehicle / turret, Field support of medium caliber weapon systems
Liaison with Manufacturing Operations to resolve production and assembly issues
Participation on Material Review Board
Participation in the various integrated product teams for new product development, during production and during development of new suppliers
Works with the supply base to improve the design of various medium caliber weapons systems components to make them more manufacturable with fewer defects
Coordination with other functions to successfully resolve technical issues and provide concise communication to customers and senior leadership
Drives continuous improvement of engineering tools, laboratory capability, production test methods and technical capabilities
Ensures that design for manufacture and assembly is optimized during the design process of all new Mesa products
Leads and coordinates continuous improvement projects benefiting the department and other functions
Coordinates with customers and NG program representative to plan and support testing
Part of the Mesa Site engineering leadership team