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Mechanical Engineering Manager 2
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 a Mechanical Engineering Manager 2. This position is in Huntsville, AL and supports the Nuclear-Armed Sea-Launched Cruise Missile program. This role may offer a competitive relocation assistance package. What You'll Get to Do: Manage flight system integration of multiple subsystems Work closely with IPT counterparts to perform flight system trade studies and support critical early program systems engineering and programmatic stand-up Control Account Manager (CAM) for multiple Tier-2 suppliers Support and monitor technical performance baselines, to compare key subcontract technical performance measures, assess execution status, and take appropriate action to maintain conformance with the baseline Identify and address impacts through a systematic and proactive approach to Risk and Opportunity Management Communicate, monitor, and promptly resolve issues across all functional elements within the SMT, including the supplier Manage and balance communications with stakeholders through organized and disciplined processes ensuring that Subcontract information is defined, collected, shared, understood, stored, and retrieved in a manner that effectively meets Sub-contract, and stakeholder needs while protecting the company's contractual rights Effectively plan, define, establish, communicate, monitor, and control scope to ensure that all the work required and only the work required, is performed. Address subcontract uncertainty through an organized and analytical forward-looking approach that identifies risks and opportunities, determines appropriate handling, manages, and communicates risks and opportunities throughout the life cycle of the Subcontract. As CAM, oversee and provide financial control and maintenance of budgets including EVMS metrics (specifically IPMDAR evaluation and reviewing leading/lagging metrics and how they can be applied to performance management) and Variance Explanations as a Control Account Manager for your supplier Interprets schedules from suppliers to understand impact on program schedule and milestones. Key leader in developing and reviewing Supplier Statements of Work (SSOWs). Develops and maintains Requests for Proposals (RFPs). Reviews supplier proposal responses, including performing technical evaluations, reviewing supplier Basis of Estimates (BOEs), overall proposal quality reviews, and attending proposal related reviews. Position Benefits: Medical, Dental & Vision coverage 401k Educational Assistance Life Insurance Employee Assistance Programs & Work/Life Solutions Paid Time Off Health & Wellness Resources Employee Discounts You'll Bring These Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in a Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) discipline and 6 years of related experience, or 4 years of related experience with Master's degree in a STEM discipline Must have an active U.S. Government DoD Secret security clearance at time of application, current and within scope, with the ability to obtain a U.S. Government DoD Top Secret security clearance Minimum of 1 year experience leading a project and/or driving performance against cost and schedule. Experience supporting U.S. Government contracts and/or large supplier management portfolio experience in other industries Experience leading projects and managing cross functional teams, budgets, and schedules Experience managing a Program effort or Major Subcontract (in either a supply chain, SMT, or program/project management role) These Qualifications Would Be Nice to Have: PMP Certification. Experience with mechanical engineering design and CAD tools like Siemens NX Experience with product lifecycle management tools i.e. Siemens Teamcenter PLM Demonstrated understanding of Lean, Agile or Six Sigma Tools. Experience with specific tools available for Subcontract management associated with the terms and conditions of the Subcontract (Award Fee/incentive fee flow downs, supplier assessment/evaluation, Corrective Action Requests, Letters of Concern, etc.) Experience in early design phases, to include conceptual studies, analysis of alternatives, feasibility studies, or preliminary system-level design Project / Program Management skills (proposal creation, development and adherence to master plans and schedules, budget tracking, risk and opportunity management) Proven ability to deliver effective communication verbally, written, and through well-crafted presentations across all levels of an organization Ability to demonstrate independent creative thinking and problem-solving capabilities Manage multiple projects concurrently in meeting customer requirements/expectations Financial experience in EVMS or similar cost and schedule management system Experience and knowledge of Navy programs Experience and working knowledge of Cruise Missiles Customer-focused mindset with proven leadership skills and excellent communication skills Proficiency driving programmatic battle rhythm Primary Level Salary Range: $135,800.00 - $203,600.00
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 a Mechanical Engineering Manager 2. This position is in Huntsville, AL and supports the Nuclear-Armed Sea-Launched Cruise Missile program. This role may offer a competitive relocation assistance package. What You'll Get to Do: Manage flight system integration of multiple subsystems Work closely with IPT counterparts to perform flight system trade studies and support critical early program systems engineering and programmatic stand-up Control Account Manager (CAM) for multiple Tier-2 suppliers Support and monitor technical performance baselines, to compare key subcontract technical performance measures, assess execution status, and take appropriate action to maintain conformance with the baseline Identify and address impacts through a systematic and proactive approach to Risk and Opportunity Management Communicate, monitor, and promptly resolve issues across all functional elements within the SMT, including the supplier Manage and balance communications with stakeholders through organized and disciplined processes ensuring that Subcontract information is defined, collected, shared, understood, stored, and retrieved in a manner that effectively meets Sub-contract, and stakeholder needs while protecting the company's contractual rights Effectively plan, define, establish, communicate, monitor, and control scope to ensure that all the work required and only the work required, is performed. Address subcontract uncertainty through an organized and analytical forward-looking approach that identifies risks and opportunities, determines appropriate handling, manages, and communicates risks and opportunities throughout the life cycle of the Subcontract. As CAM, oversee and provide financial control and maintenance of budgets including EVMS metrics (specifically IPMDAR evaluation and reviewing leading/lagging metrics and how they can be applied to performance management) and Variance Explanations as a Control Account Manager for your supplier Interprets schedules from suppliers to understand impact on program schedule and milestones. Key leader in developing and reviewing Supplier Statements of Work (SSOWs). Develops and maintains Requests for Proposals (RFPs). Reviews supplier proposal responses, including performing technical evaluations, reviewing supplier Basis of Estimates (BOEs), overall proposal quality reviews, and attending proposal related reviews. Position Benefits: Medical, Dental & Vision coverage 401k Educational Assistance Life Insurance Employee Assistance Programs & Work/Life Solutions Paid Time Off Health & Wellness Resources Employee Discounts You'll Bring These Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in a Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) discipline and 6 years of related experience, or 4 years of related experience with Master's degree in a STEM discipline Must have an active U.S. Government DoD Secret security clearance at time of application, current and within scope, with the ability to obtain a U.S. Government DoD Top Secret security clearance Minimum of 1 year experience leading a project and/or driving performance against cost and schedule. Experience supporting U.S. Government contracts and/or large supplier management portfolio experience in other industries Experience leading projects and managing cross functional teams, budgets, and schedules Experience managing a Program effort or Major Subcontract (in either a supply chain, SMT, or program/project management role) These Qualifications Would Be Nice to Have: PMP Certification. Experience with mechanical engineering design and CAD tools like Siemens NX Experience with product lifecycle management tools i.e. Siemens Teamcenter PLM Demonstrated understanding of Lean, Agile or Six Sigma Tools. Experience with specific tools available for Subcontract management associated with the terms and conditions of the Subcontract (Award Fee/incentive fee flow downs, supplier assessment/evaluation, Corrective Action Requests, Letters of Concern, etc.) Experience in early design phases, to include conceptual studies, analysis of alternatives, feasibility studies, or preliminary system-level design Project / Program Management skills (proposal creation, development and adherence to master plans and schedules, budget tracking, risk and opportunity management) Proven ability to deliver effective communication verbally, written, and through well-crafted presentations across all levels of an organization Ability to demonstrate independent creative thinking and problem-solving capabilities Manage multiple projects concurrently in meeting customer requirements/expectations Financial experience in EVMS or similar cost and schedule management system Experience and knowledge of Navy programs Experience and working knowledge of Cruise Missiles Customer-focused mindset with proven leadership skills and excellent communication skills Proficiency driving programmatic battle rhythm Primary Level Salary Range: $135,800.00 - $203,600.00