Manager Depot Operations 3

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available

CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: No

CLEARANCE TYPE: Top Secret

TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the TimeDescription

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.

Put your skills to the test by pushing the boundaries of what’s possible. From global defense to sustainment and modernization to mission readiness, your experience and ability will make it a reality. Our programs are built on equal parts of curiosity and collaboration. Our combined effort means our customers can connect and defend millions of people around the world. With Northrop Grumman, you’ll have the opportunity to be an essential part of projects that will define your career, now and in the future.

Northrop Grumman Defense Systems is seeking a Manager, Depot Operations 3, responsible for leading all phases of the operations department across several programs at Lake Charles, Louisiana site.   

In this role, you will have a challenging and rewarding opportunity to lead the Depot Operations organization and serve as OU Functional Lead for the Platform Systems Modernization OU. As the site continues to grow this role will be critical in oversite of the Depot Operations team. This role will be located onsite at our Lake Charles, Louisiana site. This role is not eligible for teleworking.

The successful candidate will drive operational excellence by leading safe, cost-effective initiatives for new equipment justifications, tooling requirements, and plant layout optimizations. 

The Depot Operations Manager will be the definitive technical authority for all aspects of Operations and production execution.  Optimize and manage complex systems, processes, and technologies to increase efficiency, quality, and productivity.  Bridge the gap between technical processes and business operations. This role is critical with new program implementation.

Primary responsibilities are the management of cost, schedule, and technical performance of company programs or subsystems and include, but are not limited to:   

Key Responsibilities:

• Serve as decision maker, in partnership with program leadership, for operational activities and set strategic goals for the aircraft maintenance operations organization

• Plan and monitor the day-to-day running of site operations to ensure smooth progress and efficiencies

• Evaluate overall performance by gathering, analyzing and interpreting data and metrics

• Oversee customer support processes and organize them to enhance customer satisfaction

• Review financial information to ensure operational budgets are meeting operating plan

• Cultivate customer relationships and intimacy (internally and externally) to develop further opportunities within the customer community

• Establish an operations organization that effectively addresses customer requirements and incorporates the necessary internal and external processes to meet objectives

• Participate in the negotiation of contracts, contract changes, specifications, operating budgets, schedule milestones, and key terms and conditions as related to the operations organization

• Identifying, allocating and managing program resources, including workforce planning. Develop staffing requirements to cover multiple program requirements.

• Conduct thorough risk & opportunity management practices including identification, mitigation and realization

We are looking for self-motivated, proactive, and goal-oriented people to help us grow our services and become even better at what we do.

As a leader, you always act with integrity, and the highest ethical standards characterize everything you do. You enable your team to achieve predictable and balanced results, while satisfying the needs of internal and external partners. You treat all people with respect, and you model personal growth and continuous development. You know how to build an inclusive environment that attracts, retains, and inspires a diverse and engaged team. You develop trusted and valued customer relationships and communicate effectively, so that people throughout the organization feel engaged and connected to their work. You deliver excellence, strive for continuous improvement, and respond vigorously to change.

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Basic Qualifications: 

• A minimum of 14 years’ leadership experience in aircraft maintenance operations/manufacturing or repair environment and a High School diploma or equivalent.  A Bachelor’s degree and a minimum of 10 years’ leadership experience in aircraft maintenance operations/manufacturing or repair environment may also be considered.

• Proven experience as Manager of Aircraft Maintenance Operations or equivalent position at maintenance repair facility.

• Experience with long range planning related to aircraft manufacturing and repair.

• Ability to comprehend and analyze complex problems and develop solutions.

• In depth knowledge of diverse business functions and principles (e.g. aircraft maintenance, Scheduling, Planning, Engineering etc.).

• Working knowledge of data analysis and performance/operation metrics.

• Familiarity with MS Office and various business software (e.g. ERP, CRM).

• Ability to obtain/maintain a Top Secret Clearance.

Preferred Qualifications: 

• Experience with cost, schedule, project leadership, and/or process improvement.

• Experience with bases of estimates, shop order creation, and Earned Value Management Systems (EVMS).

• STEM Degree

• Program capture execution from EMD through FRP.

• A proven track record of developing and implementing strategies for change.

• Experienced in dynamic environments where there may be schedule changes, design changes and validation failures.

• A current Secret or higher level clearance.

Primary Level Salary Range: $125,300.00 - $187,900.00

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 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.

The application period for the job is estimated to be 20 days from the job posting date. However, this timeline may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates.

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 http://www.northropgrumman.com/EEO. U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.