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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 System Sector is seeking a Manager Industrial Engineering 3 to join our team of qualified, diverse, individuals within our Industrial Engineering Organization. This position will be located in Palmdale, CA for the Strike Program.
The Sr. Manager of Industrial Engineering 3 will have the responsibility of working side by side with Operations Directors/VPs by developing tools and give valuable insight to help achieve all business targets and lead a team of ~30 plus industrial engineers. This high visibility position has reach across from production and the program aspects which will include the following responsibilities:
Key Responsibilities:
- Creating long range planning & strategies for the operations team (eg: staffing, forecasting, execution strategy of new initiatives, pull ahead strategies, line balancing assessments, EAC / Budget forecasting)
- Oversight of projects and tasks assigned to ensure quality, schedule and cost are achieved on the Strike program
- Oversight of the team accountable for integration and utilization of common facilities, capacity analysis, integration of resources and implementation of improvement initiatives
- Providing direct supervision and management of employees from technical, manufacturing, and administrative areas to ensure business targets are met
- Working in concert with other functional homerooms and shared service organizations to coordinate, direct, and support the continuous improvement of people, products, processes, systems, and services
- Partnering with program leadership to develop executive planning and strategic vision that help achieve program, goals & objectives
- Have and understanding of MPS to conduct various schedule scenarios.
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.
Our Leaders at Northrop Grumman live our values daily and encourage our teams to do the same. We do the right thing: upholding the highest ethical standards and facilitating a safe and respectful environment that attracts, retains, and inspires a diverse and engaged team. We do what we promise: holding yourself and others accountable to meet predictable and balanced results. We commit to shared success: operating as OneNG and removing barriers for our teams. Finally, We pioneer: setting a vision that shapes the future and inspires others.
Basic Qualifications:
- Must have a bachelor’s degree AND 7+ years of engineering experience in an aerospace high production environment or related field OR a master’s degree AND 5+ years of engineering experience in an aerospace high production environment or related field.
- Must have 3+ years of management experience.
- Must have an active DoD Secret clearance and the ability to obtain Special Program Access (PAR) within a reasonable period of time as determined by the company to meet its business needs.
- Experience with Project Management and the execution of large scale, integrated projects across multiple functions and organizations
- Experience leading recovery plan/program re-scheduling
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience as a Master Production Scheduler, accountable for developing Shop Operating Plans (SOPs)
- Demonstrated work experience leading and building diverse teams in fast-paced, quality-centric environments
- Experience with multiple program environments utilizing common infrastructure and facilities
- Experience and expertise with MES/SAP environments within aerospace for both fabrication and final assembly
- A minimum of 9 years of leadership experience; at least 4-year experience in Industrial Engineering
- Bachelor of Science Degree with 6 years of experience in aerospace environments
- Experience working on a DoD/PAR Manufacturing program
- Fab and assembly experience
Aplyr's read
Northrop Grumman is a leader in aerospace and defense, attracting skilled professionals in engineering, cyber systems, and program management for cutting-edge technology solutions.
What's promising
- •Strong focus on innovation in autonomous systems and cyber security.
- •Diverse range of roles, from engineering to program management, indicates growth opportunities.
- •Global presence offers international career prospects and exposure.
What to watch
- •High dependence on government contracts could affect stability during budget cuts.
- •Complex projects may lead to demanding work environments and long hours.
- •Limited public information about diversity and inclusion initiatives.
Why Northrop Grumman
- •Specializes in advanced C4ISR technology, setting it apart in defense solutions.
- •Pioneering work in space systems contributes to national security and exploration.
- •Offers a robust internship program across multiple engineering disciplines.
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About Northrop Grumman
Northrop Grumman is a global aerospace and defense technology company that provides innovative systems, products, and solutions in autonomous systems, cyber, C4ISR, space, and logistics.
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