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Production Operations Manager 2

Northrop Grumman

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Baltimore, MD · Posted October 20, 2026

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About the job

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available

CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: Yes

CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret

TRAVEL: No 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 Production Operations Manager 2 based out of Baltimore, MD .

What You’ll Get to Do:

Manage the production execution for Operating Unit programs

Manage Manufacturing cost and schedule performance

Serve as Manufacturing lead for all proposals in the Operating Unit

Create and lead teams to resolve the issues adversely impacting the Manufacturing execution of the programs

Comprehend 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 resources needed (resources Manufacturing needs as well as allocation of resources from Manufacturing) to execute the programs

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

Work with cross organizational teams and customers to set and clearly articulate goals/priorities as well as communicate them to key stakeholders

Basic Qualifications:

A Bachelor's degree with 8 years of experience in Project/Program Management, Manufacturing Engineering, or other related discipline; Master’s degree with 6 years of work experience in Project Management, Manufacturing Engineering, or other related discipline

Experience leading people across large organizations

Experience with cost, schedule, project leadership, and/or process improvement

Experience acting as a liaison between multiple disciplines to solve complex problems

Experience troubleshooting and developing creative solutions to meet customer demands

Experience driving continuous improvement through mitigating risks and realizing opportunities

Experience with SAP/ERP systems

Current/Active U.S. Government Secret Security Clearance is required

U.S. Citizenship required

Preferred Qualifications:

Project Management Professional (PMP) certification

Expertise in earned value management, proposal preparation, and/or integrated master schedule (IMS) development

Experience as a Cost Account Manager (CAM)

Manufacturing experience of defense related electronics

Continuous improvement techniques – Six Sigma, Kaizen, LEAN, Red X, etc.

Proposal creation and labor estimating

Technical project management

Root Cause Corrective Action (RCCA) Investigation type activities

Experience as a Functional Manager

Experience with data mining/manipulation & presentation

Expertise in executive leadership (Director or VP level) communication and engagement

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: $139,800.00 - $209,800.00

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.