Tool Control Engineering Manager 2

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available

CLEARANCE TYPE: None

TRAVEL: No

Description

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, Space Systems, is seeking a Tool Control Engineering Manager 2 to join our team.  This position will be supporting the Propulsion Systems Division at our facility in Promontory Utah.

We are excited for you to join our team of qualified and diverse individuals.  Our domain provides rewarding work that contributes to the latest advancements being made in the missile defense industry.

Roles and Responsibilities:

This role will have responsibility in leading 12 to 15 tooling designers, planners and analysts. It is ultimately responsible for meeting the technical solutions involving tooling for all programs.  The qualified candidate must be able to lead a diverse group to effectively meet tool requirements for safety, quality, functionality, and manufacturability as well as the program requirements for cost and schedule.  Organizational and multi-tasking skills are strongly needed.

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Basic Qualifications:

• BS Degree in Engineering or other technical field with 8 years of experience.

• Must have good communication and technical presentation skills.

• Experience in tooling design preferred but not required.

• Project management experience including responsibility for technical design, installation, budget and schedule.

• Excellent problem solving skills and proven leadership of cross functional teams in resolving complex technical issues (product and processing equipment).

• Knowledge and experience with both high hazard and inert processes.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Prior Engineering Management role

• Experience managing a team of engineers across disciplines.

• Experience with propellant/explosives

Additional Responsibilities:

• Drive technical excellence by ensuring department meets technical standards.

• Set role and performance expectations and provide ongoing feedback and performance appraisals.

• Develop subordinates.

• Provide overall leadership and direction to the department (to include coaching team members, resolving conflict, reviewing performance, and initiating corrective actions if necessary)

• Detailed understanding of process control through SPC, SQC or other process monitoring techniques.

• Champion company values, especially safety.

• Drive timely and clearly communicated decisions and recommendations.

• Manage or provide input including cost estimates for technical proposals.

• Oversee capital/Direct project budgets and schedule assigned to Tooling Engineering.

• Manpower planning and forecasting.

• Manage resources to support program schedules, balancing needs, priorities and cost

• Proven experience in Lean Manufacturing, and mentoring/coaching others in rapid problem solving and improvement.

Position Benefits:

As a full-time employee of Northrop Grumman Space Systems, you are eligible for our robust benefits package including:

• Medical, Dental & Vision coverage

• 401K

• Educational Assistance

• Life Insurance

• Employee Assistance Programs & Work/Life Solutions

• Paid Time Off

• Health and Wellness Resources

• Employee Discounts

Salary Range: $119,300.00 - $178,900.00

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.

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.