Description

Northrop Grumman Mission Systems is a trusted provider of mission-enabling solutions for global security, offering a broad portfolio of secure, affordable, integrated, multi-domain systems and technologies. Our differentiated battle management and cyber solutions deliver timely, mission-enabling information and superior situational awareness to protect the U.S. and its global allies.

We are seeking a Manufacturing Engineering Manager 1 to join our team in Rolling Meadows, IL. This is a full-time, on-site position.

Our manufacturing team thrives in an environment of daily unique challenges and close proximity to products. Partnering with production, successful process / test / industrial engineers lead troubleshooting and ensure excellence in hardware and software. Engineers who do well in this setting enjoy seeing their work perform in a test or a product, collaborate and communicate well across functions, and are innovative problem solvers. Best suited to this role are those who enjoy learning and bring a sense of urgency and energy to their tasks.

In this role, you will oversee and manage the Preventative Maintenance and the Test Equipment Custodian team. Preventative Maintenance team oversees routine inspection, servicing, and repair schedules for an organization's equipment, machinery, and facilities to prevent unexpected breakdowns and costly downtime. The Test Equipment Custodian team is responsible for tracking and managing all equipment requiring calibration, including torque tools, electronic test equipment, and production support equipment.

What you will get to do:

• Manage day-to-day operations of the Material Evaluation Lab and the test/measurement equipment tracking team.
• Prioritize, assign, and track requests; ensure timely execution with clear, data-driven reporting to internal and external stakeholders.
• Set work priorities based on program and business needs, balancing near-term deliverables with long-term capability development.
• Manage and resolve multiple simultaneous technical and programmatic challenges in a fast-paced environment.
• Own earned value management responsibilities for assigned scope, including cost/schedule management, variance analysis, and development of recovery plans as needed.
• Establish, monitor, and report key performance indicators (KPIs) for lab throughput and measurement/test equipment.
• Drive continuous improvement in lab operations, including development of standard work, templates, and best practices.
• Develop and manage capital equipment roadmaps, operating budgets, and resource plans to support current programs and future growth.
• Lead, coach, and mentor a diverse team of engineers and technicians; provide regular feedback, quarterly connections, performance reviews, and development planning.
• Communicate technical and program status clearly and concisely, both verbally and in writing; prepare and deliver high-quality presentations to executive leadership, peers, customers, and all levels of the organization.
• Collaborate closely with manufacturing, quality, design engineering, and program teams to align priorities, resolve issues, and meet cost, schedule, and performance objectives.

The Ideal Candidate Will Possess:

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with technicians, support personnel, functional management, and related groups.
• Strong interpersonal and critical thinking skills, with the ability to effectively communicate with all levels of leadership, shop floor employees, and support functions.

Basic Qualifications for the Manufacturing Engineering Manager 1:

• Bachelor’s degree and a minimum of 5 years of engineering experience in production assembly/fabrication, including composites, metallics, coatings application, and/or production manufacturing.
• Experience formulating, communicating, and executing complex project plans and initiatives.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Clearance.
• U.S. Citizenship is required.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Aerospace or defense product experience.
• Experience with a Manufacturing Execution System (MES) and/or ERP system.
• Minimum of 2 years of prior management/leadership experience in a related field.
• LEAN/Continuous Improvement experience and root-cause problem-solving skills.
• Strong business and financial acumen, including capital and talent budgeting, estimate-at-completion (EAC), and understanding of Operations Review processes.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Understanding of AS9100/ISO 9001.

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. 

Your benefits will include the following: Health Plan, Savings Plan, Paid Time Off and Additional Benefits including Education Assistance, Training and Development, 9/80 Work Schedule (where available), and much more!

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