Engineering Manager II
Listed on 2026-02-12
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Engineering
Systems Engineer, Engineering Design & Technologists, Manufacturing Engineer, Mechanical Engineer
RELOCATION ASSISTANCE:
Relocation assistance may be available
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 Defense Systems is seeking an Engineering Manager II to manage one of our production engineering teams in our Armament Systems Business Unit. Come join our team of dedicated, diverse individuals based out of our Plymouth, MN facility.
Armament Systems specializes in the development and production of Ammunition, Guns, and Precision Guidance Ordinance.
Location:
This position requires on-site support. Selected candidate will need to be within commuting distance to our site in Plymouth, MN. Relocation assistance may be available if selected candidate is not local.
Position Summary / Responsibilities:
The Engineering Manager II reports to the Senior Production Engineering Manager and manages specific engineering activities across the business portfolio which includes support for the combat systems operating unit. The Engineering Manger II leads a diverse team that supports ongoing PGK (Precision Guidance Kits) production and development programs, and their associated build preparations, build activity, and proposal efforts.
This position will provide production, process development, mechanical, electrical, and manufacturing engineering expertise in the production and development of a multitude of technologies. The Engineering Manager II ensures that all production support and process development activities utilize the best-known engineering practices to deliver the highest quality and an efficient and rigorous development and production culture while considering the input of all internal and external customers.
The Engineering Manager II will lead, coach, and direct other engineers to accomplish project deliverables and strategic objectives, drive timely decision making, and develop a highly performing team.
Typical Duties:
Provide guidance, direction, and performance feedback to a diverse cross functional group of engineers on difficult technical challenges.
Supports Programs as a control account manager to ensure accurate schedule and cost tracking.
Demonstrated project management skills and techniques including work breakdown structures, basis of estimates, and integrated master scheduling.
Coach, support, and motivate to ensure a high performing engineering team. Create and maintain development and succession plans for team members. Lead recruiting efforts to build and maintain team capabilities.
Ensure hiring plans, staff development, and workload plans are aligned to overall capability and capacity strategy. Manage team budgets, schedules, and resources to effectively meet business goals.
Set and promote high standards for safety and quality. Maintains selected engineering processes and drive technical excellence by ensuring team output meets technical standards.
Maintain knowledge of engineering best practices and technology innovations by attending industry events, educational activities, and advocating knowledge sharing within the team.
Represent and communicate Defense Systems technical capabilities, capacity, and technologies to internal and external customers.
As a front facing representative to our customers the candidate must be able to communicate, brief and present deliverables at program technical reviews, proposal reviews, or other technical meetings.
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