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We are looking for you to join our team as an Advanced Manufacturing Systems Engineering Manager 3 based out of Linthicum, MD as part of our Maritime Land Systems & Sensor (MLSS) leadership team.
The MLSS Advanced Manufacturing Systems Engineering Manager will be responsible for shaping and executing the Manufacturing Systems Engineering strategy across the division as well as consulting as a subject matter expert on division capital projects, MTA and IRAD efforts.
HYBRID TELECOMMUTING may be considered for the ideal candidate. For this job, HYBRID TELECOMMUTING means being in the office at least 2 days a week.
The position requires leadership of a team of Manufacturing Systems Engineers that are responsible for the following:
Engaging with the MLSS business units during pre-proposal and proposal program phases to offer insight into higher yielding, novel, and evolving manufacturing processes.Developing a Manufacturing Plan for each phase of the programPerforming a Manufacturing Readiness Assessment (MRA)Leading design for automation effortsCost Modeling and Design to Cost activitiesDeveloping Manufacturing Maturity Plans (MMP) which includes but is not limited to executing Affordability, Manufacturing Planning, Capital Planning and Strategic Sourcing Efforts.What you will get to do:
Manufacturing lead for Division Capture Strategy Decisions - includes interfacing with MLSS Business Unit to stay current with new concepts and proposal programsDivision OSE LeadRepresent MLSS within the Sector MSE Functional Working group to define and establish the MSE roleDevelop, support and expand MSE initiatives at all MLSS sitesDefine OSE Scope & Cost for Emerging Programs & secure fundingWaynesboro Consultation – Provide guidance & technical oversite to the Waynesboro team (Pillar Leads & MSEs) on execution framework and path forwardDivision IRAD Lead – Engage across all MLSS sites to determine IRAD needs and work with sector team to secure fundingDivision MTA Lead – Engage across all MLSS sites to determine MTA needs & prioritiesMLSS Representative to Sector for World Class Operations & Digital Transformation teams to ensure alignment with division strategyFunctional MSE Manager - Maintain team affordability and advance team effectiveness; ensure team resources and skills are in place to meet both technical and financial objectives; promote career development and employee engagement; assess employee performanceBrief Sector Manufacturing, Business Division and Enterprise Leadership on division advanced mfg strategy, projects and progressBasic Qualifications for a Manager Systems Engineering 3:
Bachelor’s Degree in a related STEM field and a minimum of 8 years of relevant professional experience (6 years with a Master's degree) Broad experience with processes and materials used to make Actively Electronically Scanned Arrays (AESA) including semiconductor technology, microelectronic assembly, surface mount technology and materials for RF performanceExpertise in manufacturing system engineering processes and products throughout the program life cycle, as well as providing technical leadership and guidance.Demonstrated experience with project management and communication including associated tools and methodsExperience in managing both internal and external personnel and teams to include subcontractorsMust have the ability to obtain and maintain a DOD Secret clearanceUS Citizenship requiredPreferred Qualifications for a Manager Systems Engineering 3:
5 or more years of manufacturing process engineering related experienceExperience as an Manufacturing Leader in many of the phases of acquisition, design, integration, and execution.Experience rapidly assessing and lending guidance to projects assigned to the organizational group as well as demonstrated mentoring and guidance to engineersExperience in recruiting and developing engineering talentExperience with analytical problem decomposition, root cause analysis, solution development, solution implementationExperience showcasing a department’s capabilities & benefits to existing and potential customers to secure funding & support development activitiesSalary Range: $178,500.00 - $267,700.00The 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.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 http://www.northropgrumman.com/EEO. U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.