
Manager General Manufacturing 3
Job Description
Description
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 Manger General Manufacturing 3 to join our team of qualified, diverse individuals within our Advanced Composites Manufacturing organization. This leadership role is located in El Segundo, CA.
The Manager General Manufacturing 3 will have the responsibility, authority, and accountability for leading the manufacturing activities of given cost centers within the , Advanced Composites Center including quality, cost and schedule objectives as well as safety, and factory accountability.
Key Responsibilities:
- Providing direction and coaching to Management team, technicians, and other production personnel in the assembly and manufacturing areas.
- Ensures team members receive the required training and prepare the daily work plans in support of overall program objectives.
- Encourages and provides direction for career development of employees, including educational options for highly motivated employees.
- Provides leadership/direction to ensure all affordability initiatives and opportunities for process improvements are systematically identified, pursued, and supported.
- Lead team to execute and meet or exceed program milestones
- Works closely with Programs, Manufacturing Engineering, Tooling, Quality, Quality Engineering, Global Supply Chain and customer meeting customer requirements.
- Provides guidance and input to program IPT’s defining appropriate performance, risks, issues and opportunities affecting program unique requirements.
9/80 work schedule, phenomenal learning opportunities, exposure to a wide variety of projects and customers, and a very friendly team environment. We are looking for self-motivated, proactive, and goal-oriented people to help us grow our services and become even better at what we do.
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 high school diploma/GED AND 7+ years of related professional/military experience in composites manufacturing OR a Bachelor’s Degree AND 3 years of related professional/military experience in composite manufacturing environment.
- Must have 3 years of prior management experience.
- Must have the ability to obtain DoD Secret clearance and the ability to obtain and maintain Special Program Access prior to commencement of employment.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Composite Manufacturing Experience
- Ability to create and present professional PowerPoint presentations to executive leadership
- Experience leading manufacturing teams
- Familiarization with MES
- Prior experience with Earned Value Management Systems (EVMS)
- Expert level proficiency with oral and written communication skills
- Ability to negotiate and integrate different viewpoints
- Able to prioritize and adjust tasks to accomplish the project result
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Job Details
- Category
- Manufacturing
- Employment Type
- Full Time
- Location
- El Segundo, CA
- Posted
- Mar 1, 2026, 07:00 PM
- Listed
- Mar 2, 2026, 03:54 PM
- Compensation
- $145,000 - $217,600 per year
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