Sr. Engineering Manager ; Tooling
Listed on 2026-02-07
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Engineering
Manufacturing Engineer, Aerospace / Aviation / Avionics
Overview
RELOCATION ASSISTANCE:
Relocation assistance may be available
CLEARANCE TYPE:
Secret
TRAVEL:
Yes, 10% of the Time
Description
Northrop Grumman Aeronautics Systems is seeking a site Sr. Engineering Manager 3 (Tooling) to join our team of qualified, diverse individuals within our Tooling organization. This leader will be responsible for providing the people, processes and technology to support all programs on site in Clearfield, Utah
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This Manager will lead multi-disciplinary teams supporting multiple projects and sites to ensure processes and procedures are maintained and in compliance, as well as meeting quality, cost, and schedule targets to ensure program performance and customer satisfaction. Areas of responsibility include Tool Engineering & Design, Assembly & Composite Tool Fabrication, Metrology, Prototype and Developmental Tooling, Assembly & Composite Tooling Maintenance, Tool Control & Accountability, and Tooling Procurement.
Tooling Manager
Job Responsibilities:
- Lead and provide oversight and guidance to the management team to ensure site and program objectives related to quality, cost, schedule, and customer satisfaction targets are met.
- Develop long-range plans and strategies to provide the most affordable Tooling products and services in the industry.
- Identify and develop staffing/skills requirements, forecasts, and training plans.
- Maintain Cost Account Manager (CAM) responsibility for all site tooling activities and ensure compliance to EVMS for all direct & indirect budgets.
- Formulate capital asset plans and strategies to build a sustainable Tooling Manufacturing Center.
- Collaborate with other Aeronautics Systems Sector Tooling Management to develop consistent processes and procedures to drive affordability and deploy best practices across the sector.
We offer flexible work arrangements, a 9/80 work schedule with every other Friday off, learning opportunities, educational assistance, exposure to a wide variety of projects and customers, and a friendly team environment. We are seeking self-motivated, proactive, and goal-oriented individuals to help us grow our services.
Our Leaders at Northrop Grumman live our values daily. We do the right thing by upholding the highest ethical standards and fostering a safe and respectful environment. We do what we promise by holding ourselves accountable to be predictable and balanced. We commit to shared success by acting as OneNG and removing barriers for our teams. We pioneer by setting a vision that shapes the future.
Basic Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree and 7 years of professional experience in tooling, manufacturing/operations, assembly lines, and/or implementing technology into a production environment OR a Master’s degree and 5 years of professional experience in tooling, manufacturing/operations, assembly lines, and/or implementing technology into a production environment OR PhD and 2 years of professional experience in tooling, manufacturing/operations, assembly lines, and/or implementing technology into a production environment
- 3 years of proven experience leading teams or projects
- Ability to obtain and maintain a DOD Secret Clearance as well as Program Special access within a reasonable period of time, as determined by the company to meet its business need
Preferred Qualifications:
- Active DOD Secret Clearance
- Bachelors degree in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics)
- Supervisory/Management experience in managing large projects with emphasis on tooling, manufacturing, assembly lines, and implementing technology into a production environment
- Aerospace or Aviation Industry experience managing tool fabrication organizations, tool fabrication shops, and material procurement
- Project Management experience
- Experience with Microsoft Office tools (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
What we offer:
Northrop Grumman offers a cutting-edge environment with a diverse portfolio of programs, comprehensive benefits including medical and dental options, 401K matching, education assistance, annual bonuses, and opportunities for career advancement across North America. We provide an inclusive environment and learning opportunities for employees.
Salary information:
Primary Level Salary Range: $ - $. The range represents a general guideline; base salary offers consider scope, responsibilities, candidate experience, education, skills and market conditions. Overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus may apply depending on position. Long Term Incentives may be available for certain roles. Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) information and pay transparency statements are available at the company website.
U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with government clearance and certain restricted positions.
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