Manager Mission Assurance

Northrop Grumman

  • West Virginia
  • $101,900-152,900 per year
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 9 days ago
RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be availableCLEARANCE TYPE: SecretTRAVEL: Yes, 25% of the TimeDescriptionAt 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’s Defense Systems sector is currently seeking a Manager Mission Assurance Level 1 to support on-site at our Rocket Center, West Virginia location.Rocket Center, WV is located along the North Branch Potomac River in Mineral County, West Virginia and is home to the Allegany Ballistics Laboratory (ABL), a government installation operated by Northrop Grumman. Known for its scenic mountain landscapes, rolling hills and state parks, the region offers a multitude of outdoor recreational opportunities to include hiking, mountain biking, skiing, fishing, hunting and whitewater rafting. Where can you get to from Rocket Center? We are just a couple hours from Washington, D.C., Baltimore, and Pittsburgh and not far from Philadelphia, Virginia and Ohio. If you enjoy a beautiful all-weather climate, low cost of living, zero gridlock traffic, outdoor activities, and easy access to major cities along the east coast - this area has a lot to offer!Learn more about our site here:NGDS’s Missile Products Division is seeking a manager for Mission Assurance Engineering at our Allegany Ballistics Lab (ABL) location in Rocket Center, WV. ABL develops and manufactures a broad range of products, primarily for defense, with a focus on tactical solid rocket propulsion. This technical management position oversees a team Mission Assurance Engineers.Responsibilities for this position include:
  • Manage the daily operations of Mission Assurance Engineers
  • Provide leadership and development support to team members
  • Analyze data and drive process improvements
  • Review and/or develop inspection plans based upon statistical methods
  • Use Lean tools such as risk assessment, 8D, DFMEA and/or PFMEA
  • Be a liaison with DCMA
  • Assure established policies and procedures are being followed
  • Manage group staffing to meet workload
Skills Needed:
  • Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to lead a team
  • Excellent communication skills
  • Ability to make sound technical decisions
  • Attention to details
  • Ability to multi-task
  • Ability to prioritize and manage time effectively
Position Requirements:
  • BS or higher degree in STEM
  • Must be a US citizen
  • At least 6 years of Relevant Engineering experience in a manufacturing environment
  • Ability to obtain a DoD Secret security clearance
Experience Preferred:
  • Able to use custom manufacturing software (i.e. Solumina) to maintain quality records, traceability, etc.
  • Lean Six Sigma training and certification
Primary Level Salary Range: $101,900.00 - $152,900.00The 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.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. 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 an Equal Opportunity 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 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.

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