Manager Manufacturing Engineering 2

Company: Northrop Grumman
Location: Apopka
Posted on: April 1, 2026

Job Description:

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the Time 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 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 a Manager of Manufacturing Engineering (M2), based out of Apopka, FL . The Manufacturing Engineering Manager is responsible for the direct supervision of a team in a multi-shift manufacturing environment. This role also supports a daily collaboration with cross-functional teams such as Manufacturing, Quality Assurance, Global Supply Chain, Design Engineering, Production Planning, Operations Program Management, and various strategic teams across the Mission Systems enterprise. What You’ll get to Do: Core Responsibilities Manage staffing needs to support existing and forecasted program schedules for our EO/IR Laser (Electro-Optical/Infrared Sensors). This will include both the Manufacturing and Industrial Engineering team members. Lead and optimize manufacturing operations by developing and implementing strategies that enhance productivity, reduce cost, and ensure high-quality product delivery. Accountable for maintenance of site-specific manufacturing standard operating procedures, work instructions, forms, and instructions/procedures within site MES. Support training of manufacturing teams in compliance with released production processes. Prepare a regular review of manufacturing capacity planning and optimization across all production lines. Ensure discipline and continuous improvement of all process standards. Accountable for process technical ownership, optimization, and disposition, including top-level and subassemblies. Accountable for process control, quality, safety, delivery, and sector/division/site metrics. Tracking department budgets that include non-labor and overhead, and key milestones associated with Manufacturing initiatives. Help develop manufacturing proposals & basis-of-estimates (BOEs) for potential contracts. Prepare capital expenses and NCTA analysis, justification, return-on-investments (ROI’s), and integration into workflow/processes. Planning and execution of Digital Thread and implementation of system and software initiatives. Intense focus and ownership of employee development, conflict resolution, performance management, and technical training for staff. Ability to support possible on-call emergency efforts based on business needs. Excellent written and verbal communication skills with engineering staff, support personnel, functional management, and related groups. Excellent presentation skills with the ability to effectively communicate with all levels of leadership. Ability to formulate, communicate, and execute complex project plans and initiatives. Excellent interpersonal and critical thinking skills. Commitment to positive employee relations, ethics, and compliance. Competencies Passion and relentless drive for achieving manufacturing and operational results. Leading, building, and managing strong cross-functional teams. Broad technical experience in value stream manufacturing operations. Risk management identification and mitigation. Development of process standards focused on the product value stream. Root cause problem solving and continuous improvement. Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA) implementation. Process control method (SPC/control charts) implementation. Process Capability Analysis (Cp, Cpk, Pp, Ppk) implementation. Action-oriented with the ability to make quick decisions in response to changing conditions. Experience with industry and management methodologies with a focus on continuous improvement in manufacturing, such as ISO 9000, Total Quality Management, or Six Sigma. Basic Qualifications for the Manager of Manufacturing Engineering (M2) Bachelor of Science in Engineering or applicable technical discipline with a minimum of 8 years of relevant experience in Manufacturing Engineering, OR a master’s degree with 6 or more years of relevant experience in Manufacturing Engineering. Minimum of 2 years of relevant, direct experience with people or project leadership in manufacturing/production, operations, or engineering. Experience working in a Manufacturing Execution System (MES) Experience with data analysis and utilizing SPC techniques. US Citizenship is required. Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret security clearance is required. Ability to support on-site full-time. Preferred Qualifications for the Manager of Manufacturing Engineering (M2) Experience with new product introduction into a manufacturing environment. Able to transform a product concept into a fully developed, manufacturable, and launchable product and associated processes. Strong experience with a Manufacturing Execution System (MES): SmartMES. Mission Product Life-cycle Management experience SAP S/4HANA Cloud ERP system experience Digital Manufacturing/Manufacturing Distributed Network (MDN) implementation experience Ability to strengthen workforce skills in LEAN/Continuous Improvement experience and root cause problem solving. Aerospace or defense product experience Strong business and financial acumen, including capital and talent budgeting and estimate-at-completion (EAC) and Operations Review process understanding. 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! MPR Primary Level Salary Range: $115,000.00 - $172,400.00 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.

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