Northrop Grumman Mission Systems is looking for you to join our team as a Manager General Manufacturing 1 based out of Rolling Meadows, IL.
This role supports the Infrared Countermeasures (IRCM) Cell, where precision, safety, and adherence to specialized processes are critical.
Enjoy a culture where your voice is valued and start contributing to our team of passionate professionals providing real-life solutions to our world’s biggest challenges. We take pride in creating purposeful work and allowing our employees to grow and achieve their goals every day by Defining Possible.
What You'll get to Do:
- Northrop Grumman Mission Systems, IRCM Cell specializes in the development, manufacture assembly and testing of systems to protect rotary and fixed-wing aircraft from the threat of infrared missiles.
- The Manager Machining Manufacturing 1 will supervise the factory hourly Precision Electro-Mechanical Assemblers and Electronics Technicians.
- This position will also interface with professionals from Sr. Operations Leadership, Operations Engineering, Project Management, Production Control and Product Quality disciplines.
- Additional responsibilities include ensuring all members of the team are adequately trained to accomplish assigned tasks efficiently and effectively and will support the implementation of Lean Principles and Continuous improvement efforts in their assigned areas.
Basic Qualifications for the Manager General Manufacturing 1:
- Bachelor's Degree with minimum 5 years of relevant work experience in manufacturing; OR a Master's Degree with 3 or more years of relevant work experience in manufacturing. Will consider 9 years of relevant work experience in lieu of a degree.
- 2 or more years of experience with production planning and scheduling.
- Data analysis experience.
- Ability to obtain and maintain a US Government Secret clearance
- US Citizenship required
Preferred Qualifications for the Manager General Manufacturing 1:
- Experience with the fundamentals of SAP / ERP.
- Demonstrated experience with CAM functions.
- Experience in Lean Manufacturing tools and techniques.
- EVMS (Earned Value Management Systems).
- US Government Secret Clearance.
What We Can Offer You:
Northrop Grumman provides a comprehensive benefits package and a work environment that encourages your growth and supports the mutual success of our people and our company. Northrop Grumman benefits give you the flexibility and control to choose the benefits that make the most sense for you and your family.
Your benefits will include the following: Health Plan, Savings Plan, Paid Time Off, and Additional Benefits, including Education Assistance, Training and Development, 9/80 Work Schedule (where available), and much more!
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Primary Level Salary Range: $95,400.00 - $143,200.00The 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
- Bachelor's degree with minimum 5 years relevant manufacturing experience OR Master's degree with 3+ years relevant experience OR 9 years relevant experience in lieu of a degree.
- 2 or more years of production planning and scheduling experience.
- Data analysis experience.
- Ability to obtain and maintain a US Government Secret clearance.
- US Citizenship required.
- Experience with the fundamentals of SAP / ERP.
- Demonstrated experience with CAM functions.
- Experience in Lean Manufacturing tools and techniques.
- EVMS (Earned Value Management Systems).
- US Government Secret Clearance (active).
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.
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Retirement Support — 401(k) matching is considered strong, with additional defined-benefit coverage for certain cohorts and options like catch-up contributions. Retirement programs are repeatedly highlighted as a core strength of the total rewards.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — PTO, company-paid holidays, and compressed work schedules (such as 9/80) provide meaningful time away and flexibility. These scheduling options are cited as a major quality-of-life benefit across many locations.
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Parental & Family Support — Paid parental leave alongside caregiver leave, adoption assistance, and back-up care supports a range of family needs. These programs have been expanded recently, signaling continued investment in family support.
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