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Manager Manufacturing Operations 3

Northrop Grumman

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Sep 22, 2026

Salary
$160k – $239k
Location
Sunnyvale, CA,US, US
Type
Full-time
Department
Operations
Seniority
Manager
Education
Master
Clearance
Required
Source
Eightfold

Description

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available

CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: No

CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret

TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the Time

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

Northrop Grumman Mission Systems (NGMS) is looking for you to join our team as a Manager Manufacturing Operations 3 based out of Sunnyvale, CA at the Marine Systems campus.

What You'll Get to Do:

  • Direct all aspects and phases of designated operations from inception through completion, including fabrication, machining, welding, assembly and test (steam plant).
  • Responsible for the cost and schedule performance of Operations programs or subsystems of major programs in designated areas.
  • Monitor adherence to master plans and schedules, cost performance to budgets, identifies process problems and develops solutions, and provides cost and schedule performance data/status as the Cost Area Manager for programs in area.
  • Direct the work of Supervisors and Employees, supports safety initiatives, and interfaces with Employee Union representatives as required for areas of responsibility.

The ideal candidate will provide leadership across the manufacturing team. The ability to direct and lead the organization to meet manufacturing delivery dates will be critical as well as providing leadership and guidance in areas such as technical guidance, process development, continuous improvement, safety, capacity and production planning, Capital/Facility planning, cost/benefit analysis, Manpower planning and staffing, workforce engagement, and merit planning. The ability to collaborate and liaise with the various leaders across the site to meet all business requirements and milestones is a key function of this role.

Basic Qualifications for the Manager Manufacturing Operations 3:

  • Bachelor’s degree in a technical field and a minimum of 8 years of relevant work experience in manufacturing, maintenance or heavy assembly; OR a Master's degree with 6 or more years of relevant work experience in manufacturing, maintenance or heavy assembly (4 additional years of manufacturing, maintenance or heavy assembly experience may be considered in lieu of degree).
  • Management and/or leadership experience.
  • Experience with manufacturing methods and processes.
  • Ability to obtain a DoD Secret clearance.
  • US Citizenship required.

Preferred Qualifications for the Manager of Manufacturing Operations 3:

  • General MRP / ERP experience.
  • Government contracting and fixed price production experience.
  • Master's degree in Engineering or Management.
  • Current or active security clearance.

Primary Level Salary Range: $159,500.00 - $239,300.00

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. 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.

Skills

ERP

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