Manufacturing Operations Manager

1 week ago

Melbourne, Florida, United States Northrop Grumman Full time

Requisition ID: R

  • Category: Manufacturing and Production
  • Location: Melbourne, Florida, United States of America
  • Clearance Type: Secret
  • Telecommute: No - Teleworking not available for this position
  • Shift: 1st Shift (United States of America)
  • Travel Required: Yes, 10% of the Time
  • Relocation Assistance: Relocation assistance may be available
  • 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 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.

Position Overview:

Northrop Grumman's Aeronautics Systems sector is currently seeking a leader to support our Operations team as a Manager General Manufacturing 1. This professional will oversee our Mechanical Back shop and Machine shop operations on site.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Lead a team of 12-15 skilled machinists, sheet metal technicians, and aircraft painters.
  • Manage daily production and manufacturing of aircraft components and assemblies.
  • Coordinate and lead operational startup meetings.
  • Plan resources daily to meet customer and schedule demands.
  • Collaborate with production scheduling to fulfill schedule requirements.
  • Ensure availability of tools, plans, personnel, and materials to complete assigned workloads.
  • Report production Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) to site leadership.
  • Conduct root cause analysis for corrective actions on safety and quality incidents.
  • Mentor, train, and develop staff, including performance management and corrective actions.
  • Drive continuous improvement in safety, delivery, quality, and cost.

Work Schedule:

We offer a 4/10 work schedule, Monday through Thursday from 6 AM to 4:30 PM with every Friday off. This role provides phenomenal learning opportunities, educational assistance, exposure to a wide variety of projects and customers, and a very collaborative team environment. We seek self-motivated, proactive, and goal-oriented individuals to enhance our services and improve our operations.

Core Values:

Our leaders at Northrop Grumman embody our values daily and encourage our teams to do the same. We uphold the highest ethical standards and foster a safe and respectful environment that attracts, retains, and inspires a diverse and engaged workforce. We hold ourselves accountable to meet predictable and balanced results, operating as OneNG and removing barriers for our teams. Finally, we set a vision that shapes the future and inspires others.

Basic Qualifications:

  • High School Diploma or equivalent GED and 4 years of related production experience in an aerospace, military, and/or manufacturing environment.
  • 1 year of experience leading projects or teams.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Teams, etc.).
  • Experience with shop floor management systems (e.g., MES/SAP) or equivalent.
  • Ability to work any shift as needed by the business.
  • Ability to obtain and maintain a Department of Defense (DOD) Secret clearance and Program Access (Classified programs) within a reasonable timeframe as required by the business.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Active DoD Secret Security Clearance investigated within the last 5 years.
  • Active Program Access.
  • Experience in the Aerospace industry.
  • Familiarity with CNC machines, water jets, flatbed routers, laser engravers, and/or similar back shop machines.
  • Experience utilizing NX, Mastercam, and/or Bobcat programming.
  • Experience as a supervisor or team lead in a rapid prototype and development environment.

What We Offer:

At Northrop Grumman, we are at the forefront of innovation, building the next generation of sophisticated aircraft to protect our country. Our diverse portfolio of programs means there are endless paths to cultivate your career. We are well-known for our inclusive, family-oriented environment, exceptional learning opportunities, and exposure to a wide variety of projects and customers. We also provide comprehensive benefits including competitive medical and dental options, a robust 401K matching program, college education assistance, annual bonuses, and opportunities for career advancement across North America.

Salary Range: $82,100 - $123,100

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. 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.

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