Sr. Principal Production Operations Security Clearance

Position: Sr. Principal Production Operations with Security Clearance
RELOCATION ASSISTANCE:
No relocation assistance available CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START:
Yes 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 is looking for you to join our team as Sr.

Principal Production Operations based out of Baltimore, MD. What You'll Get to Do:
* Primary manufacturing liaison to program management for development and execution of the manufacturing strategy

* Primary product development, manufacturing, test, global supply chain, and mission assurance contact for program activities, leading program review sessions with internal and external customers to discuss operational aspects of technical, cost, and schedule performance

* Oversee and manage the product development, manufacturing, test, global supply chain, and mission assurance activities and serve as primary liaison to program management

* Assess project and technical issues and develops and drives action plans and resolutions to meet productivity, quality, and stakeholder satisfaction goals and objectives

* Develop mechanisms for monitoring project progress and for intervention and problem solving with program managers, engineering, suppliers, line/cell managers, and customers

* Coordinate and leads the preparation of proposals; prepares and reviews all manufacturing Basis of Estimate justifications, creates master production schedules, and coordinates material planning and production scheduling to include all aspects of producing product through delivery

* Drive continuous improvement through mitigating risks and realizing opportunities

Basic Qualifications:

* A Bachelor's degree with 8 years of experience in Project/Program Management, Manufacturing Engineering, or other related discipline;
Master's degree with 6 years of experience in Project Management, Manufacturing Engineering, or other related discipline

* Experience with project leadership and/or process improvement

* Experience with Earned Value Management Systems (EVMS), Proposal Preparation, and/or Integrated Master Schedule (IMS) development

* Experience acting as a liaison between multiple disciplines to solve complex problems

* Experience troubleshooting and developing creative solutions to meet customer demands

* Experience driving continuous improvement through mitigating risks and realizing opportunities

* Experience leading people and/or projects directly or indirectly

* A Current/Active U.S. Government Secret Security Clearance

* U.S. citizenship required

Preferred Qualifications:

* Project Management Professional (PMP) certification

* Master's degree in Engineering or Project Management

* Experience communicating with executive leadership (Director or VP level)

* Experience with SAP or other Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system 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.…