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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.
Strategic Space Systems Division (SSSD) is an industry-leading provider for prime satellite and payload capabilities and directed energy and electronics solutions for national security, military, and civil customers. We are built on a heritage of providing innovative, affordable and reliable aerospace and defense products that our customers rely on to achieve mission success. Join the Space revolution and make the impossible, possible.
Northrop Grumman Space Systems (NGSP) is looking for you to join our Module Assembly & Test (MAT) team as a Section Manager based out of our Manhattan Beach, California campus. The MA&T department handles all operations from kitting through final screens of complex microelectronic modules. Processes include: component attach using conductive/non-conductive epoxy, wire and ribbon bonding, eutectic mount, laser sealing, seam sealing, RF & DC Tune & Test, and MIL-STD-883 screens.
The selected candidate should thrive in a fast-paced work environment with high expectations, significantly diverse assignments, and collaborative team settings across all levels. As Section Manager you will be primarily responsible for leading a team of talented engineers supporting the shop floor processes, equipment, and customers:
- Manage the Manufacturing Engineering group of approximately 20 team members in support of a dozen programs and 40+ production processes
- Support hiring, workload, and staffing forecasting activities
- Identify and train team in skills required to execute on assigned programs & projects
- Mentor, direct, coach, and develop a high performing team
- Balance functional expectations with programmatic needs to deliver results within cost, schedule, and quality parameters - Represent manufacturing in technical review boards
- Lead the development, improvement, and qualification of production processes
- Drive technological advancements in production processes
- Drive to improve cost & schedule performance metrics to achieve affordability goals
- Support troubleshooting systemic issues arise on processes and equipment
- Lead strategic procurements of capital equipment
- Review and approve of technical documents developed by team members
As a full-time employee of Northrop Grumman Space Systems, you are eligible for our robust benefits package including:
Basic Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in a Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) field from an accredited university and +7 years of related experience (Masters with 5 years)
- Experience working in a production and test environment
- Experience managing programs or personnel
- Proven leader with the ability to work effectively in a team environment
- Excellent written & verbal communication skills, interpersonal skills, and the ability to interact with all levels of employees and management
- Ability to work on-site full time
Preferred Qualifications:
- Minimum 7 years of experience manufacturing electronic products for Space application
- Active SCI security clearance
- Strong understanding of microelectronic assembly processes and technologies
- Well versed in MIL-STD-883 and MIL-PRF-38535 standards
- Experience in Microelectronics Design for Manufacturability
- High proficiency in technical problem solving, root cause analysis, solution development, and implementation & monitoring
Salary Range: $147,800 - $221,800
Employees may be eligible for a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay. Annual bonuses are designed to reward individual contributions as well as allow employees to share in company results. Employees in Vice President or Director positions may be eligible for Long Term Incentives. In addition, Northrop Grumman provides a variety of benefits including health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, savings plan, Company paid holidays and paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business.
Northrop Grumman is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action 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/AA and Pay Transparency statement, please visit http://www.northropgrumman.com/EEO . U.S. Citizenship is required for most positions.
Strategic Space Systems Division (SSSD) is an industry-leading provider for prime satellite and payload capabilities and directed energy and electronics solutions for national security, military, and civil customers. We are built on a heritage of providing innovative, affordable and reliable aerospace and defense products that our customers rely on to achieve mission success. Join the Space revolution and make the impossible, possible.
Northrop Grumman Space Systems (NGSP) is looking for you to join our Module Assembly & Test (MAT) team as a Section Manager based out of our Manhattan Beach, California campus. The MA&T department handles all operations from kitting through final screens of complex microelectronic modules. Processes include: component attach using conductive/non-conductive epoxy, wire and ribbon bonding, eutectic mount, laser sealing, seam sealing, RF & DC Tune & Test, and MIL-STD-883 screens.
The selected candidate should thrive in a fast-paced work environment with high expectations, significantly diverse assignments, and collaborative team settings across all levels. As Section Manager you will be primarily responsible for leading a team of talented engineers supporting the shop floor processes, equipment, and customers:
- Manage the Manufacturing Engineering group of approximately 20 team members in support of a dozen programs and 40+ production processes
- Support hiring, workload, and staffing forecasting activities
- Identify and train team in skills required to execute on assigned programs & projects
- Mentor, direct, coach, and develop a high performing team
- Balance functional expectations with programmatic needs to deliver results within cost, schedule, and quality parameters - Represent manufacturing in technical review boards
- Lead the development, improvement, and qualification of production processes
- Drive technological advancements in production processes
- Drive to improve cost & schedule performance metrics to achieve affordability goals
- Support troubleshooting systemic issues arise on processes and equipment
- Lead strategic procurements of capital equipment
- Review and approve of technical documents developed by team members
As a full-time employee of Northrop Grumman Space Systems, you are eligible for our robust benefits package including:
- Medical, Dental & Vision coverage
- 401k
- Educational Assistance
- Life Insurance
- Employee Assistance Programs & Work/Life Solutions
- Paid Time Off
- Health & Wellness Resources
- Employee Discounts
Basic Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in a Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) field from an accredited university and +7 years of related experience (Masters with 5 years)
- Experience working in a production and test environment
- Experience managing programs or personnel
- Proven leader with the ability to work effectively in a team environment
- Excellent written & verbal communication skills, interpersonal skills, and the ability to interact with all levels of employees and management
- Ability to work on-site full time
Preferred Qualifications:
- Minimum 7 years of experience manufacturing electronic products for Space application
- Active SCI security clearance
- Strong understanding of microelectronic assembly processes and technologies
- Well versed in MIL-STD-883 and MIL-PRF-38535 standards
- Experience in Microelectronics Design for Manufacturability
- High proficiency in technical problem solving, root cause analysis, solution development, and implementation & monitoring
Salary Range: $147,800 - $221,800
Employees may be eligible for a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay. Annual bonuses are designed to reward individual contributions as well as allow employees to share in company results. Employees in Vice President or Director positions may be eligible for Long Term Incentives. In addition, Northrop Grumman provides a variety of benefits including health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, savings plan, Company paid holidays and paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business.
Northrop Grumman is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action 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/AA and Pay Transparency statement, please visit http://www.northropgrumman.com/EEO . U.S. Citizenship is required for most positions.
About the Company
Northrop Grumman
Falls Church, VA, United States
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