Sentinel Manufacturing Engineering Manager

Relocation Assistance

Relocation assistance may be available.

Security clearance required for start:
Yes. Clearance type:
Secret.

Travel required:

Yes, 25% of the time.

Northrop Grumman Defense Systems is seeking a Manufacturing Engineering Manager 2 to support the Sentinel program in Roy, UT. The role leads the Sentinel Program’s Manufacturing Engineers (ME) and interfaces with customers, suppliers and the broader manufacturing leadership team.

• Lead the Sentinel Program’s Manufacturing Engineers in Roy, Utah, supporting the development of the Systems Test Team (STT).
• Execute specific Statements of Work (SOWs) for STT build and delivery and manage the ME resources required.
• Provide working knowledge of ME-related processes including producibility analysis, manufacturing plans, manufacturing Bill of Materials (MBOM), work instructions, and supplier capability assessment using MRA processes.
• Assimilate and collate metrics for internal and customer reporting.
• Collaborate with the STT Manufacturing Lead to assess SOW requirements and develop accurate, executable resource plans.
• Assist with Integrated Master Schedules, work plans and status‑tracking metrics.
• Guide and direct the team of Manufacturing Engineers executing the SOW requirements.
• Ensure consistency in the use of Digital Engineering processes, tools and methods.
• Develop team members for growth, increased scope capability and job satisfaction.
• Establish milestones, monitor adherence to master plans and schedules, identify improvement opportunities and obtain solutions.
• Conduct assessments of team member performance relative to team and individual goals.
• Demonstrate exceptional organizational and interpersonal skills, multitasking, and effective communication with customers, NGC, suppliers and leadership.
• Lead the team to perform at cost and schedule while meeting all requirements.

• Bachelor’s degree in a technical or business‑related field with a minimum of 8 years of related experience, or Master’s degree with a minimum of 6 years of related experience.
• Active U.S. Government DoD Secret security clearance at time of application, current and within scope, with the ability to obtain and maintain Special Access Program (SAP) approval as required.
• Demonstrated management experience leading a technical and complex program effort.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• One year of experience leading a project and/or driving performance against schedule.

• Managing people experience.
• Experience operating in a dynamic environment with increasing build schedules and high delivery rates.
• Proven leadership, problem‑solving, strong work ethic, and excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Familiarity with Northrop Grumman Manufacturing Engineering processes and procedures.
• Experience with digital production‑planning tools and functions such as Manufacturing Execution Systems.
• Experience with digital engineering tools such as NX, CATIA, etc.
• Knowledge of Product Data Manager or Product Lifecycle Manager tools.
• Experience with Systems Applications and Products (SAP).
• Prior experience with ICBM program structural fabrication and assembly.

• Medical, Dental & Vision coverage.
• 401(k).
• Educational Assistance.
• Life Insurance.
• Employee Assistance Programs and Work/Life Solutions.
• Paid Time Off.
• Health & Wellness Resources.
• Employee Discounts.

Primary Level Salary Range: $ – $. This range is a general guideline; base salary offers consider the scope, responsibilities, experience, education, skills and market conditions. Employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, discretionary bonuses and long‑term incentives.

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  U.S. citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.