Manager General Manufacturing 1

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Mesa, AZ, USA
In-Office
86K-130K Annually
Senior level
Aerospace • Logistics • Security • Software • Cybersecurity
The Role
Leads second-shift Assembly Technicians and Machinists supporting gun production programs. Responsibilities include managing staffing and workload, driving quality, safety, accountability, technical excellence, continuous improvement, and production performance. The manager partners with engineering and program management, coaches employees, supports career development, and ensures resources meet current and future program needs. The role requires manufacturing experience, people-management capability, communication skills, Microsoft Office proficiency, and availability for a four-day second-shift schedule with overtime.
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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.

Northrop Grumman is seeking a Manager General Manufacturing I for its Business Unit, Armament Systems located in Mesa, AZ.  Armament Systems is a leading supplier of integrated medium-caliber weapon systems for land, air and sea platforms through its world renowned Bushmaster® line of automatic cannons produced at its Mesa, Arizona facility.


Put your skills to the test by pushing the boundaries of what’s possible. From global defense to sustainment and modernization to deterring and defeating any adversary, 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.


Responsibilities of this role:

Lead a team of Assembly Technicians and Machinists within the Operations department on 2nd Shift. This leadership role will also work a 4 x 10 schedule Monday through Thursday with occasional overtime on Friday’s.  This General Manufacturing Manager role supports the Northrop Grumman Armament System Gun programs.


Specific responsibilities and desired experience include:

  • Effectively lead a diverse team of Assembly Technicians & Machinists in a dynamic product production environment.
  • Set and promote high standards for quality and safety.
  • Foster a working environment which reinforces and drives accountability to fundamental Northrop Grumman Values focused on integrity, quality, shared success, and innovation.
  • Partner with engineering and program management peers to assure a balanced and efficient assignment of resources to support the gun programs and achievement in key performance metrics
  • Drive Team technical excellence in Production. 
  • Balance team workload and staffing requirements to meet current and future program needs. 
  • Coach direct reports in the areas of career development, performance, and teamwork.  Provide training and development opportunities.  Provide continual feedback and hold quarterly connections.

Basic Qualifications 

  • We are emphasizing skills for this role.  Will consider 9+ years of experience in place of a degree with a High School Degree or equivalent.  Will also consider a Bachelor’s Degree + 5 years of experience; Master’s Degree + 3 years of experience; PhD + 0 years of experience. 
  • Experience directly or indirectly managing people
  • Excellent communication skills – written and oral
  • Experience working in manufacturing environment 
  • Ability to solve problems and drive continuous improvements
  • Basic understanding of Microsoft Project, Excel, Word and PowerPoint.
  • "As a responsible party to ATF, obtain coverage under Safe Explosive Act as employee possessor/responsible person upon starting."
  • Able to start work a 4/10 (Mon-Thurs) 3:00 P.M. – 1:30 A.M. schedule, work overtime and some weekends if needed.

Preferred Qualifications 

  • Bachelor’s Degree or above
  • Strong general knowledge in manufacturing methods and machining processes

Primary Level Salary Range: $86,300.00 - $129,500.00

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.

Skills Required

  • High school diploma or equivalent plus 9+ years of experience, or Bachelor's degree plus 5 years of experience, or Master's degree plus 3 years of experience, or PhD with 0 years of experience
  • Experience directly or indirectly managing people
  • Excellent written and oral communication skills
  • Experience working in a manufacturing environment
  • Ability to solve problems and drive continuous improvements
  • Basic understanding of Microsoft Project, Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
  • Obtain coverage under the Safe Explosive Act as an employee possessor or responsible person upon starting
  • Ability to work Monday through Thursday from 3:00 P.M. to 1:30 A.M., with overtime and some weekends as needed
  • Bachelor's degree or higher
  • Strong general knowledge of manufacturing methods and machining processes

Northrop Grumman Compensation & Benefits Highlights

The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Northrop Grumman and has not been reviewed or approved by Northrop Grumman.

  • Healthcare Strength — Health coverage offers multiple medical plan options by region alongside dental, vision, mental‑health resources, and wellness programs. Recent materials also highlight added family‑building support, including a dedicated fertility benefit.
  • Retirement Support — The 401(k) savings plan is positioned as competitive with a company match, auto‑escalation features, and access to an employee stock fund/ESPP. Official filings and benefits guides emphasize retirement as a core element of the Total Rewards package.
  • Leave & Time Off Breadth — Many sites offer a 9/80 schedule, generous PTO, paid holidays, and flexible/telework options where program needs allow. Paid parental and caregiver leave are prominently featured, with recent enhancements for the delivering parent.

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The Company
HQ: Charlotte, North Carolina
85,636 Employees

What We Do

We are a close-knit community of big thinkers collaborating to keep the world safe. Our passion, creativity and expertise bring next-level technology solutions to life in autonomous systems, cyber, C4ISR, strike, space, and logistics and modernization for our customers around the globe. On the Northrop Grumman team, you’ll join our pursuit of excellence immersed in a dynamic culture of innovation and respect. Your unique perspective will help achieve our shared vision for the future of global security. Every step of the way, you'll be supported by world-class training, employee resource groups and a comprehensive benefits package that enables greater health and happiness for you and your family. Worldwide and across disciplines, we’re challenging what’s possible for technology to protect people and places from undersea to outer space and into cyberspace. And we see the impact of our performance every day. We are Northrop Grumman, and we work on what matters—now, you too can make a difference. Explore opportunities in engineering, IT, manufacturing, business management, cybersecurity and more with us. Northrop Grumman is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.

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