Operations Project Management Manager; OPM M2 Security Clearance

Position: Operations Project Management Manager (OPM M2) with Security Clearance
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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.

We are looking for you to join our team as an Operations Project Manager (OPM Manager M2) based out of Apopka, FL. Northrop Grumman's semiconductor foundry, packaging, integration, and test lines have unique capabilities of supporting a range of production microelectronics and providing leading-edge technology development. The Apopka, Florida, wafer bumping µ-Line will support flip chip, 2.5D, and 3D packaging for internal production customers as well as emerging technology programs.

This role will support and manage our Advanced Packaging products and processes. This is both a functional management position with direct reports and a Project Leadership position. The Manufacturing Operations Project Managers are the interface between the Business Division and Manufacturing. This position is responsible for schedule management and cost accountability of Manufacturing activities for this Operating Unit and NGMC.

What You'll get to Do :
* Manage the production execution for all programs.
* Manage manufacturing cost and schedule performance.
* Serve as Manufacturing Lead for all proposals.
* Create and lead teams to resolve the issues adversely impacting the Manufacturing execution of the programs.
* The Microelectronics Operations Project Manager serves as the manufacturing team liaison to/from program management, engineering, manufacturing operations, global supply chain, mission assurance, and customers.
* Provide liaison with GSC and QME to ensure satisfactory program execution.
* Understand and report on Manufacturing Operations status at the required level of detail to the Program Manager, Sector Executive Management, and customers.
* Ensure Manufacturing has the needed resources (resources Manufacturing needs, as well as allocation of resources from Manufacturing) to execute the programs.
* Development and delivery of presentations to customers, management, and other program stakeholders.
* Assesses project issues and develops resolutions to meet productivity, quality, and client-satisfaction goals and objectives.
* Develop mechanisms for monitoring project progress and for intervention and problem-solving with program managers, line managers, and clients.
* Serve as Functional Manager and direct the work of the reporting Operations Project Managers
* Perform manpower planning and execute hiring to support the Business Division
* Mentor, develop, and assess direct reports.
* Provide strategic leadership to ensure all Program and Manufacturing objectives are achieved.
* Provide Manufacturing expertise to support the strategic vision of the Business Division
* Manages risks and opportunities for all Manufacturing scopes. Collaborates with all functional organizations to resolve any Manufacturing conflicts or challenges. Cost Account Manager (CAM) for Manufacturing Operations budget, including Earned Value Management reporting and variance reporting. Ensures that the required manufacturing and test resources are forecasted and secured to execute the job (people, equipment, and facilities).
* Manufacturing representative at the program Configuration Control Board, ensuring proper implementation of design changes.
* Active participant in program risk management activity, ensuring manufacturing risks are accurately portrayed in the program risk register.
* Candidate must have demonstrated ability in working with cross-organizational teams and customers; the ability to set and clearly articulate goals/priorities and successfully communicate them to key staff; strong leadership skills; and a track record of building high-performance teams, with a particular focus on employee development, engagement, inclusion, and retention. Basic Qualifications Operations Project Manager (OPM Manager M2) :
* Bachelor's degree with 8 years of relevant experience or master's degree with 6 years of relevant experience
* 2+ years' experience in Semiconductor or Advanced Packaging Manufacturing
* 5+ years of experience leading people and/or projects with 2+ years of direct people leadership experience
* Experience working in…