Manager Programs (Operations)

Company: Northrop Grumman
Location: Chandler
Posted on: November 26, 2022

Job Description:

Requisition ID: R10071326
Category: Program Management
Location: Chandler, Arizona, United States of America
Citizenship Required: United States Citizenship
Clearance Type: Secret
Telecommute: No- Teleworking not available for this position
Shift: 1st Shift (United States of America)
Travel Required: Yes, 25% of the Time
Positions Available: 1 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. Job Description: This role will directly support the Program Operations Manager (POM). Interface with program leadership, customer, and manufacturing will be required. This position will be within the Advanced Programs portfolio, supporting critical Department of Defense needs. The operations manager will be accountable to ensure execution of the daily battle rhythm and completion of deliverables. The Advanced Programs environment is fast-paced and dynamic which requires the continuous cross-functional and program leadership engagement to ensure the operations team is executing to priorities. Ability to communicate, lead, and influence across multiple functions is paramount to be successful in this role. The operations manager will support all operations activities, including quality, cost, and schedule. The operations manager will be responsible for the overall manufacturing performance and field readiness of the program. Expectations also include promotion of continuous improvement by influencing changes in processes within manufacturing and the program. The operations manager will support the overall operational performance for the lifecycle of the program, from proposal through delivery. Responsibilities include: ---Ensure daily and weekly tasks are clear for the operations team ---Establish methodology to ensure daily, weekly, and monthly objectives are achieved ---Drive alignment between integration and test, engineering, technicians, and logistics ---Development of executable schedules ---Track and communicate key metrics ---Participate in proposal efforts ---Partner with supply chain to verify material supports build schedule ---Champion design and process changes that enhance manufacturability and producibility ---Change agent to improve material flow and empowerment within subassembly integration utilizing lean practices and visual management ---Establish and execute all operations plans, including, material, manufacturing, integration of large and complex subassemblies with associated testing ---Develop assembly and manpower forecasts ---Manage cost accounts ---Develop schedules and lead the manufacturing team to meet program objectives ---Lead continuous improvement activities through employee suggestions and lean processes ---Prepare and present information relating to program status for both internal and external review Basic Qualifications: ---Bachelor's degree required, preferably in science, technology, engineering or math (STEM), plus 9 years of related experience in an operations or manufacturing environment ---Experience working with a manufacturing execution system (MES, SAP, PRISM)---Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work well with all levels in the organization ---Previous experience leading a multi discipline team ---Previous experience implementing lean projects ---Strong verbal and written communication skills ---Very strong MS Project, Excel, Power Point and Word skills ---US citizenship ---Ability to obtain a Secret US security clearance Preferred Qualifications: ---Earned Value Management certified ---Experience managing a production line ---Active Secret US security clearance Salary Range: $123,900 USD - $185,900 USD 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. The health and safety of our employees and their families is a top priority. The company encourages employees to remain up-to-date on their COVID-19 vaccinations. U.S. Northrop Grumman employees may be required, in the future, to be vaccinated or have an approved disability/medical or religious accommodation, pursuant to future court decisions and/or government action on the currently stayed federal contractor vaccine mandate under Executive Order 14042 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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