Product Support Manager 1

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Palmdale, CA, USA
In-Office
110K-165K Annually
Senior level
Aerospace • Logistics • Security • Software • Cybersecurity
The Role
Manages product support for PDM aircraft, coordinating integrated support elements including systems analysis, spares, provisioning, technical data, maintenance, support equipment, and facilities. Tracks and mitigates schedule constraints, prioritizes parts and hardware, briefs issues, coordinates manufacturing and production teams, communicates with customers, supports aircraft status and critical tests, expedites parts and quality support, and serves as a Control Account Manager.
Summary Generated by Built In
RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available

CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: Yes

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 Aeronautics Systems has an opening for a Product Support Manager 1 to join our team of qualified, diverse individuals within our Air Vehicle Management team. This role is located in Palmdale, CA at Plant 42/Sites 3 and 4.

This role supports two Air Vehicle Managers (AVMs) on PDM aircraft, ensuring Manufacturing and Support have what they need to be successful in their day-to-day operations.  You will have direct management responsibilities for more than one integrated support element, including systems analysis, spares, provisioning, technical data, maintenance or modifications, support equipment and facilities. You will track and mitigate schedule constraints, briefs issues daily, and supervise updates to the IMS to secure parts and hardware prioritization. Responsibilities will include but are not limited to: coordinating with 13 Front Line Managers and three Production Controllers, flagging constraints, communicating with the customer on GFE and GFP; covers aircraft status when needed and drives critical moves/tests, expediting parts and Quality support. This manager is also a Control Account Manager (CAM) for most of the PDM support team.

Our Leaders at Northrop Grumman live our values daily and encourage our teams to do the same. We do the right thing: upholding the highest ethical standards and facilitating a safe and respectful environment that attracts, retains, and inspires a diverse and engaged team. We do what we promise: holding yourself and others accountable to meet predictable and balanced results. We commit to shared success: operating as OneNG and removing barriers for our teams. Finally, We pioneer: setting a vision that shapes the future and inspires others.

Basic Qualifications:

  • Must have a Bachelor’s degree and 5 years of related professional/military experience, OR a Master’s degree AND 3 years of related professional/military experience, OR a High School diploma/GED AND 9 years of related professional/military experience.

  • Must be able to stand/walk for 75% of the workday and at least 2 hours at a time.

  • Must have an active U.S. Government Secret or higher clearance (with a background investigation completed within the last 6 years or currently enrolled into Continuous Evaluation).

  • Must have the ability to obtain and maintain Special Access Program (SAP) clearance within a reasonable period of time, as determine by the company.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • A certified Control Account Manager CAM.

  • An expert in using Manufacturing Execution System  MES.

  • An excellent working knowledge of the Microsoft Office Suite, database software, and related development tools required.

Primary Level Salary Range: $110,000.00 - $165,000.00

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 5 years of related professional or military experience
  • Master's degree and 3 years of related professional or military experience
  • High school diploma or GED and 9 years of related professional or military experience
  • Ability to stand or walk for 75% of the workday and at least 2 hours at a time
  • Active U.S. Government Secret or higher clearance, with a background investigation completed within the last 6 years or current enrollment in Continuous Evaluation
  • Ability to obtain and maintain Special Access Program (SAP) clearance within a reasonable period
  • Certified Control Account Manager (CAM)
  • Expertise using a Manufacturing Execution System (MES)
  • Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, database software, and related development tools

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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