Job Description

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance availableCLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: NoCLEARANCE TYPE: SecretTRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the TimeAt 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.

At the heart of Defining Possible is our commitment to missions. In rapidly changing global security environments, Northrop Grumman brings informed insights and software-secure technology to enable strategic planning. We’re looking for innovators who can help us keep building on our wide portfolio of secure, affordable, integrated, and multi-domain systems and technologies that fuel those missions. By joining in our shared mission, we’ll support yours of expanding your personal network and developing skills, whether you are new to the field, or an industry thought leader. At Northrop Grumman, you’ll have the resources, support, and team to do some of the best work of your career.

We are looking for you to join our team as a Manager General Manufacturing 1 in San Diego, CA for 2nd Shift (2:30PM to 1:00AM). This position is projected to work a the Rancho Carmel site but could support the Spectrum Campus in Kearney Mesa.

What you will get to do:

• Daily oversight of all aspects and phases of assembly and test with the manufacturing organization, overseeing 20-25 employees.
• Provide direction to employees utilizing management guidelines and general policies and procedures.
• Responsible for the safety and well-being of all manufacturing employees.
• Ensure all products are built and tested per requirements to produce quality products.
• Promote an atmosphere of engagement enabling employees to achieve their highest potential.
• Mentor, train, and develop staff including performance management and corrective action.
• Work closely with the support functions (Production Control, Manufacturing/Quality/Test Engineering) assist in setting priorities for the production teams.
• Drive continuous improvement in safety, quality, delivery, efficiency and cost to meet schedule requirements.

The ideal candidate will have demonstrated leadership skills and ability, strong communication skills, and the ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment and will be proficient in Microsoft applications (Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint).

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree and a minimum of 3 years of relevant experience; OR Master’s degree with 1 or more years of experience; OR in lieu of a bachelor’s degree, 7 or more years of relevant experience may be considered.
• Experience working with other functions such as Production Control, Manufacturing engineering, and Quality.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret security clearance.
• US citizenship required.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in a technical or business discipline
• 5 years direct leadership experience
• SAP experience
• Experience in production assembly, production test environment
• Experience with Lean Manufacturing, 6S, Continuous Improvement
• Experience with SQEDC (safety, quality, employee, delivery, and cost) KPIs
• Active U.S. Secret Level Security Clearance or higher

What We Can Offer You –
Northrop Grumman provides a comprehensive benefits package and a work environment which encourages your growth and supports the mutual success of our people and our company. Northrop Grumman benefits give you the flexibility and control to choose the benefits that make the most sense for you and your family.

Primary Level Salary Range: $100,000.00 - $150,000.00The 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.Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and 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 application period for the job is estimated to be 20 days from the job posting date. However, this timeline may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates.Northrop Grumman is an Equal Opportunity 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 and pay transparency statement, please visit http://www.northropgrumman.com/EEO. U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.