Northrop Grumman Space Systems is currently seeking a Site Manager 3 at our Bacchus Facility in Magna, Utah.
We are excited for you to join our team of qualified and diverse individuals. Our domain provides rewarding work that contributes to the latest advancements being made in the missile defense industry.
Description:
This position has senior leadership responsibility of the Rocket Motor Assembly (RMA), Case Prep, Shipping, Carbon Carbon, and Engineering Technician activities. This position is responsible for ensuring safety, quality, delivery, employee development and cost objectives are met.
The successful candidate will:
Oversee the day-to-day operations activities which are accomplished through subordinates (Managers, OTS, and Operators).
Work with VSET leads, Engineering, Production Control, Quality and other internal and external contacts to resolve issues real-time.
Direct development and implementation of PES objectives within the areas to improve safety, reduce costs and assure product quality.
Ensures strong and open relationships with senior leadership, employees, support groups and customers.
Maintain a high level of equipment uptimes.
Basic Qualifications:
Bachelor’s Degree and 10 years’ experience manufacturing, or
Master’s Degree and 8 years’ experience in manufacturing
Candidate must have at least 6 years managing in a manufacturing or related environment.
Must have the ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government security clearance.
Preferred Qualifications:
Successful candidate should have excellent interpersonal/leadership skills and a demonstrated ability to work with and satisfy internal and external customers and suppliers was well as a demonstrated commitment to customer service.
Successful candidate should have excellent communication skills, both verbal and written. Presentation skills and ability to clearly communicate initiatives plans and expectations. Computer skills to include Word, Excel, Power Point, Pilgrim.
Candidate should have a demonstrated commitment Northrop Grumman business Code of Ethics, the ability to lead others, build teams, develop employees and create an environment of continuous improvement using Lean Mfg. principles.
Demonstrated basic knowledge and understanding of budgets, cost management, and staffing demand.
Candidate should have energetic manufacturing experience including knowledge of supporting systems to include; AHOPS, DOD4145.26M, MM&IR, OPCB, BOMIS, Applicable Safety and QA procedures.
Demonstrated skill and initiative in resolving personnel conflicts and personnel performance problems/issues.
Demonstrated experience managing a diverse work force including exempt, non-exempt, and Union represented hourly personnel.
Experience with a Represent Work Force (Union) and the limitations and requirements related to USW contract.
Experience in quality systems and quality management (AS9100/ISO9001)
Demonstrated a strong safety and working culture, with All Hands Meetings and consistent floor presence.
Position Benefits
As a full-time employee of Northrop Grumman Space Systems, you are eligible for our robust benefits package including:
Medical, Dental & Vision coverage
401k
Educational Assistance
Life Insurance
Employee Assistance Programs & Work/Life Solutions
Paid Time Off
Health & Wellness Resources
Employee Discounts
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree and 10 years' manufacturing experience OR Master's degree and 8 years' manufacturing experience
- At least 6 years managing in a manufacturing or related environment
- Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government security clearance
- Excellent interpersonal and leadership skills; ability to satisfy internal and external customers and suppliers
- Strong verbal, written, and presentation communication skills
- Computer skills including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Pilgrim
- Experience leading teams, developing employees, and implementing continuous improvement using Lean manufacturing principles
- Basic knowledge of budgets, cost management, and staffing demand
- Knowledge of AHOPS, DOD4145.26M, MM&IR, OPCB, BOMIS, and applicable safety and QA procedures
- Experience resolving personnel conflicts and performance issues
- Experience managing a diverse workforce including exempt, non-exempt, and union represented hourly personnel
- Experience working with a represented workforce (USW) and understanding related contract limitations and requirements
- Experience with quality systems and quality management (AS9100/ISO9001)
- Demonstrated commitment to strong safety culture with visible floor presence and all-hands meetings
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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