Principal Value Stream Element Team; VSET Leader - R10213975

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.

Principal VSET Leader – Propulsion Systems Case Prep Manufacturing of Sentinel rocket motors for the Air Force program.
Location: Promontory, Utah.

Relocation Assistance:
No relocation assistance available. Travel:
No.

• Lead a specific cross‑functional motor element team for the Sentinel program under the direction of the Promontory Value Stream Site Manager.
• Own and deliver a product family through acceptance of requirements, material acceptance, product and process design, planning generation, product manufacture, inspection, acceptance and delivery to the downstream customer to meet cost and schedule requirements.
• Work closely with functional organizations (design, safety and mission assurance, process engineering, supply chain and operations) to staff the team, ensure concurrent engineering, and manage resources within a matrix organization.
• Interface with program managers to ensure we meet their needs and those of their customers.
• Focus on design and manufacture of a defect‑free, highest‑value product that satisfies every customer requirement, integrating all elements and disciplines of the associated value stream.

• Ensure all design, reliability, safety, performance, cost, and schedule requirements are met.
• Maintain safety of personnel, facilities and products throughout the development and manufacturing lifecycle.
• Produce and procure designs, processes, suppliers, materials, facilities, inspection plans, tooling, etc.
• Assist with managing financial performance of the value stream and its functional organizations; develop scope tracking and review PCRs as needed for submittal to the Program Office.
• Initiate and lead value enhancement and waste elimination efforts for all aspects of the component value stream utilizing PES principles for continuous improvement.
• Help facilitate cooperation between value streams across plant to help maintain schedules.

• Bachelor’s degree in a related engineering or engineering technology discipline; an advanced degree in engineering and/or business management is a plus.
• Five or more years of experience in program management or engineering roles with a well‑rounded background in product development and manufacturing processes.
• Demonstrated ability to provide leadership and coordination across multiple value streams, sites, and customers to successfully execute program objectives on multiple programs.
• Previous experience as a VSET leader will be considered in lieu of total years of experience.
• Positive attitude and leadership to innovate.

• Active clearance; must be able to obtain a security clearance.

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

Primary Level Salary Range: $98,400.00 – $. The above salary range represents a general guideline; however, Northrop Grumman considers a number of factors when determining base salary offers such as the scope and responsibilities of the position and the candidate’s experience, education, skills and current market conditions. Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay.

Annual bonuses are designed…