Manufacturing Operations Manager 1 - 2nd Shift

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. 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.

About the role

Northrop Grumman Mission Systems (NGMS) is seeking a 2nd Shift Manufacturing Operations Manager 1 to join our Troy Hill Operations Team. This role will lead a cross-functional group of employees supporting manufacturing, test, production, shipping, and quality inspection activities at our Elkridge, MD facility. You will oversee and manage the daily operational aspects of one or more manufacturing/production areas, with responsibility for employee safety, delivering quality products on time and within customer cost targets, and driving continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations across production, mechanical assembly, integration, test, shipping, and associated quality activities to support new production, sustainment spares, and returned material for repair (RMR).
• Directly supervise approximately 5–10 non-represented employees (up to ~15 across one/split shift), including assigning work, setting daily priorities, managing schedules, monitoring workflow, and supporting operating cost targets.
• Provide clear directions and coaching to your team using established procedures and precedents.
• Monitor work in process, material and tooling availability, and shipping readiness, identifying and resolving day-to-day operational and quality issues.
• Execute and support production and shipping schedules in coordination with Material Requirements Planning, Production Control, Quality, Supply Chain, and Engineering.
• Track and act on key performance indicators (KPIs) for your area (safety, quality, delivery, productivity, 5S/housekeeping).
• Coordinate interdepartmental activities daily with operations, quality assurance, production control, supply chain, engineering, inventory control, shipping/receiving, and transportation.
• Support program and project performance by providing accurate status on cost, schedule, and technical performance for your work unit.
• Support staffing, onboarding, training, and engagement for your team, providing performance feedback and helping employees build skills.
• Support process development, continuous improvement events, capacity planning, capital and facility planning, annual budget inputs, and monthly cost performance reviews.
• Participate in first-time manufacturing builds, helping establish workspace layouts, process flows, work instructions, and personnel responsibilities.
• Work hands-on and monitor daily operations, actively assisting or directing subordinates as needed to resolve issues.
• Manage the use of consumables and indirect materials in your area to meet budget and cost targets.
• Serve as point of contact for equipment calibration activities in your area, ensuring compliance with calibration and documentation requirements.
• Ensure compliance with applicable Northrop Grumman procedures and requirements for manufacturing and test environments.
• Ensure equipment and machinery are maintained in accordance with preventative maintenance schedules.
• Promote and support career development for employees, including training and educational opportunities.
• Operate effectively in a fast-paced environment with high expectations, diverse assignments, and collaborative/team settings.
• Be accountable for safety, quality, delivery, employee engagement, and cost performance for your assigned products and operations.
• Support ISO, LEAN, and world-class manufacturing practices, including participation in continuous improvement and problem-solving activities.
• Document and help standardize tasks and processes to drive repeatability, training effectiveness, and adherence to established procedures.
• Implement local process improvements that enhance affordability, quality, and schedule performance within your operations.
• Perform required GOLDesp and SAP/MES transactions to manage work orders, material flow, and personnel assignments.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment across production, shipping, quality, manufacturing, and test areas.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree with 5 years of Manufacturing Operations experience; Master’s Degree with 3 years of Manufacturing Operations experience; or 9 years of Manufacturing Operations experience in lieu of a degree.
• Experience mentoring, leading, and/or coaching people and/or teams.
• Experience in developing cross-discipline partnership and collaboration within a diverse team.
• Experience using MS Office tools (Excel, Word, and PowerPoint).
• Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government Secret Security Clearance.
• U.S. Citizenship required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Active/Current U.S. Government Secret Security Clearance.
• Advanced degree in a STEM Field or management discipline.
• Experience in both production and sustainment work environments.
• Lean manufacturing and process improvement implementation experience.
• Agile manufacturing environment experience.
• Experience managing department budgets.
• Experience in a DoD regulated environment.
• Experience in SAP (MES) (or related) and GOLD system knowledge.
• Experience with production control and manufacturing processes.
• Operational and sustainment repair support/repair depot experience.
• Excellent verbal communication skills with Technician staff, Manufacturing support personnel, Functional management, Program management, and related groups.

Benefits

• Health Plan
• Savings Plan
• Paid Time Off
• Education Assistance
• Training and Development
• 9/80 Work Schedule (where available)

Pay

Primary Level Salary Range: $105,000.00 - $157,600.00. 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. 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.

Schedule

This is a 2nd shift position. 9/80 Work Schedule may be available.