Operations Project Management Manager (OPM M2)

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Apopka, FL, USA
In-Office
127K-190K Annually
Senior level
Aerospace • Logistics • Security • Software • Cybersecurity
The Role
Leads manufacturing project execution for advanced semiconductor packaging programs. Manages production schedules, costs, risks, resources, earned value reporting, proposals, and manufacturing performance. Acts as liaison among program management, engineering, operations, supply chain, quality, customers, and executives. Supervises Operations Project Managers, plans workforce needs, hires and develops staff, and resolves issues affecting productivity, quality, schedule, and customer satisfaction.
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RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available

CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: No

CLEARANCE TYPE: 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.

Northrop Grumman Mission Systems is a trusted provider of mission-enabling solutions for global security. We have a wide portfolio of secure, affordable, integrated, and multi-domain systems and technologies. Our differentiated battle management and cyber solutions deliver timely, mission-enabling information and provide superior situational awareness and understanding to protect the U.S. and its global allies.

Northrop Grumman Mission Systems is looking for you to join our team as an Operations Project Manager (OPM Manager M2) to support our Advanced Packaging Technology µ-Line located in Apopka, FL.

Northrop Grumman’s semiconductor foundry, packaging, integration, and test lines have unique capabilities of supporting a range of production microelectronics and providing leading-edge technology development. The Apopka Florida wafer bumping µ-Line will support flip chip, 2.5D, and 3D packaging for internal production customers as well as emerging technology programs. The line provides a range of wafer post-processing capabilities. This role will support and manage our Advanced Packaging products and processes.

Northrop Grumman Mission Systems currently needs an Operations Project Manager (OPM Manager Level 2) to support our Advanced Packaging Technology µ-Line homeroom located in Apopka, FL.  Northrop Grumman’s semiconductor foundry, packaging, integration, and test lines have unique capabilities of supporting a range of production microelectronics and providing leading-edge technology development.  The Apopka Florida wafer bumping µ-Line will support flip chip, 2.5D, and 3D packaging for internal production customers as well as emerging technology programs.  The line provides a range of wafer post-processing capabilities. 

 

This role will support and manage our Advanced Packaging products and processes.  This is both a functional management position with direct reports and a Project Leadership position. The Manufacturing Operations Project Managers are the interface between the Business Division and Manufacturing. This position is responsible for schedule management and cost accountability of Manufacturing activities for this Operating Unit and NGMC.

 

What you will get to do:

  • Manage the production execution for all programs.
  • Manage manufacturing cost and schedule performance.
  • Serve as Manufacturing lead for all proposals.
  • Create and lead teams to resolve the issues adversely impacting the Manufacturing execution of the programs.
  • Serve as manufacturing team liaison to/from program management, engineering, manufacturing operations, global supply chain, mission assurance and customers.
  • Provide liaison with GSC and QME to ensure satisfactory program execution.
  • Understand and report on Manufacturing Operations status at the required level of detail to the Program Manager, Sector Executive Management, and customers.
  • Ensure Manufacturing has the needed resources (resources Manufacturing needs as well as allocation of resources from Manufacturing) to execute the programs.
  • Development and delivery of presentations to customers, management, and other program stakeholders.
  • Assess project issues and develops resolutions to meet productivity, quality, and client-satisfaction goals and objectives.
  • Develop mechanisms for monitoring project progress and for intervention and problem-solving with program managers, line managers, and clients.
  • Serve as Functional Manager and direct the work of the reporting Operations Project Managers
  • Perform manpower planning and execute hiring to support the Business Division
  • Mentor, develop, and assess direct reports.
  • Provide strategic leadership to ensure all Program and Manufacturing objectives are achieved.
  • Provide Manufacturing expertise to support the strategic vision of the Business Division
  • Manage risks and opportunities for all Manufacturing scopes. Collaborates with all functional organizations to resolve any Manufacturing conflicts or challenges. Cost Account Manager (CAM) for Manufacturing Operations budget, including Earned Value Management reporting and variance reporting.
  • Ensure that the required manufacturing and test resources are forecasted and secured to execute the job (people, equipment, and facilities).
  • Manufacturing representative at program Configuration Control Board, ensuring proper implementation of design changes.
  • Active participant in program risk management activity, ensuring manufacturing risks are accurately portrayed in the program risk register.

The ideal candidate will have demonstrated ability in working with cross-organizational teams and customers; the ability to set and clearly articulate goals/priorities and successfully communicate them to key staff; strong leadership skills; and a track record of building high-performance teams, with a particular focus on employee development, engagement, inclusion, and retention.

 

 Required Qualifications for the OPM Manager 2:

  • Bachelor's degree with a minimum of 8 years of relevant working experience or Master’s degree with 6 or more years of relevant working experience
  • 5+ years of experience leading people and/or projects
  • 2+ years of direct people leadership and supervision experience
  • 2+ years’ experience in Manufacturing Operations: experience working in Manufacturing, Engineering, Test, Production, Manufacturing or Industrial Engineering, Project Engineering, IPT, Operations Project Management (OPM), or similar roles. 
  • Experience with ERP systems and Material Requirements Planning (MRP) systems
  • Control Account Management experience, with earned value experience
  • Program execution experience
  • Fundamental experience using with bases of estimates (BoE), shop order creation, and Earned Value Management Systems (EVMS)
  • Ability to receive and maintain a U.S. Government DOD Secret Clearance

 

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Cost Account Manager (CAM) certification
  • Bachelor’s Degree in a STEM field and master’s degree
  • MRP and IMS Scheduling
  • SAP production planning and material management tools –
  • ISE/CADSTAR
  • MPLM
  • Earned Value Management
  • Continuous Improvement
  • Lean Manufacturing
  • Experience leading Manufacturing proposal efforts that include labor quoting, schedule and capacity analysis, investment planning and descriptive writing contributions
  • Active U.S. Government DOD Secret Clearance

What we can offer you:

Northrop Grumman provides a comprehensive benefits package and a work environment which 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: $126,600.00 - $189,800.00

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

  • Bachelor’s degree and at least 8 years of relevant work experience, or master’s degree and at least 6 years of relevant work experience
  • At least 5 years leading people and/or projects
  • At least 2 years of direct people leadership and supervision experience
  • At least 2 years of experience in manufacturing operations, manufacturing or industrial engineering, test, production, project engineering, IPT, operations project management, or similar roles
  • Experience with ERP and Material Requirements Planning systems
  • Control Account Management and earned value experience
  • Program execution experience
  • Experience with bases of estimates, shop order creation, and Earned Value Management Systems
  • Ability to receive and maintain a U.S. Government Department of Defense Secret clearance
  • Cost Account Manager certification
  • Bachelor’s degree in a STEM field and a master’s degree
  • MRP and IMS scheduling experience
  • Experience with SAP production planning and material management tools
  • Experience with ISE/CADSTAR
  • Experience with MPLM
  • Earned Value Management experience
  • Continuous improvement experience
  • Lean Manufacturing experience
  • Experience leading manufacturing proposal efforts involving labor quoting, schedule and capacity analysis, investment planning, and descriptive writing
  • Active U.S. Government Department of Defense Secret clearance

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.

  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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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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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