Manager Operations Project Management 3 with Security Clearance

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 is currently seeking a Operations Project Manager 3. This position will support the Operations Project Management (OPM) team of the Propulsion Systems & Controls (PS&C) Operating Unit at our Elkton, Maryland location. The Northrop Grumman PS&C facility in Elkton, Maryland began solid-propellant rocket operations in 1948. Today, the Elkton PS&C facility designs, develops, and produces solid-propellant propulsion and ordnance systems in programs professionally managed for a wide variety of Government and commercial customers. The facility also serves as the hub for offsite engineering and test facilities in Ronkonkoma, NY and Palm Beach Gardens, FL. Elkton, Maryland is located on the Upper Chesapeake Bay, midway between Philadelphia and Baltimore. Discover charming small towns, parks with miles of trails, specialty and antique shops, award winning restaurants, and inns. You can hike, bike, camp, bird watch, ride horseback, or drop a fishing line. Five rivers, Chesapeake Bay and the C&D Canal can be explored by boat or by land. Experience panoramic views from Turkey Point Lighthouse on a bluff overlooking the Bay, or from the banks of the C&D Canal where ships from around the globe cruise. The OPM Manager position is both a functional management position with direct OPM reports and a Project Leadership position. The Manufacturing Operations Project Managers are the interface between the Integrated Product Team (IPT) and Manufacturing/Testing. This position is responsible for execution, readiness, schedule management, and cost accountability of Manufacturing and Testing activities for this Operating Unit. This management position will have a focus on establishing the OPM team, defining roles & responsibilities, and effective manufacturing execution at the Propulsion Systems & Controls OU. Additionally, it is anticipated that this position will have direct OPM responsibilities for some programs at the site. The chosen candidate must have demonstrated ability in working with cross organizational teams and customers; the ability to set and clearly articulate goals/priorities and successfully communicate them to key staff; strong leadership skills; and a track record of building high-performance teams, with a particular focus on employee development, engagement, inclusion, and retention. Responsibilities Include: Manage the production execution for Operating Unit programs
Manage Manufacturing cost and schedule performance
Serve as Manufacturing lead for proposals in the Operating Unit
Create and lead teams to resolve the issues adversely impacting the manufacturing execution of the programs
Understand and report on Manufacturing Operations status at the required level of detail to the Program Manager, Site Management, and customers
Ensure Manufacturing has the needed resources (resources Manufacturing needs as well as allocation of resources from Manufacturing) to execute the programs
Serve as Functional Manager and direct the work of reporting Operations Project Managers
Perform workforce planning and execute hiring to support the Operating Unit
Mentor, develop, and assess direct reports
Provide strategic leadership to ensure all Program and Manufacturing objectives are achieved
Provide Manufacturing expertise to support the strategic vision of Propulsion Systems & Controls Basic Qualifications: Bachelor's degree and 9 years of relevant experience (7 years with a Master's degree)
Experience leading people and/or projects
Experience working in Manufacturing, Engineering, Test, Production, Manufacturing or Industrial Engineering, Project Engineering, IPT, Operations Project Management (OPM), or similar roles
Experience with Cost Point or other Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system and MS Office applications including Excel, Word, Project, and Power Point
Must be a U.S. Citizen with the ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Secret Level Security Clearance Preferred Qualifications: Bachelor's Degree in a STEM field and/or Master's degree
Demonstrated expertise in the following systems and concepts: - MRP and IMS Scheduling, production planning and material management tools - Earned Value Management - Continuous Improvement, Lean Manufacturing and Manufacturing
Experience leading Manufacturing proposal efforts that include labor quoting, schedule and capacity analysis, investment planning, and descriptive writing contributions
Excellent presentation and communication skills
Program execution experience
Active U.S. Secret level security clearance or higherSalary Range: $142,600 - $213,800 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.
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 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 all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.