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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.\nNorthrop Grumman Mission Systems is looking for you to join our team as a Manager Manufacturing Operations 2 based out of Cincinnati, OH.\nWhat You'll Get to Do:\nThe Cincinnati Manufacturing Operations Manager position reports to the Navigation, Intelligence & Connectivity Division Vice President of Manufacturing and is directly responsible for all Manufacturing (MFG) organizational performance at our Cincinnati campus. The Manager has direct organizational oversight of the manufacturing team and will be the primary interface to the Xetron Operating Unit locally, and coordinate closely with other operating units to meet operational cost, schedule, and performance requirements across operations.\nThe ideal candidate will provide leadership across the manufacturing team which includes oversight of manufacturing assembly and test, manufacturing and test engineering, planning, stores, receiving, and shipping. The ability to direct and lead the organization in support of the Annual Operating Plan and Long Range Strategic Plan, will be critical as well as providing leadership and guidance in areas such as: technical guidance, process development, continuous improvement, safety, producibility, testability, capacity and production planning, MTA/Capital/Facility planning, cost/benefit analysis, Manpower planning and staffing, Talent Plus execution, workforce engagement, and merit planning. The ability to collaborate and liaise with the various business area leaders towards all business requirements and milestones in Cincinnati, OH is a key function of this role.\nBasic Qualifications for the Manufacturing Operations Manager 2:\nBachelor’s degree with a minimum of 8 years of relevant work experience; OR a Master's Degree with 6 or more years of relevant work experience\nManagement and/or leadership experience.\nLean six sigma and continuous improvement experience.\nExperience in a manufacturing, production, or repair environment.\nExperience with Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP)/Material Resource Planning (MRP) systems.\nAbility to obtain a Secret clearance.\nUS citizenship required.\nPreferred Qualifications:\nDegree in Leadership, Engineering, Manufacturing, or Global Supply Chain Management.\nFormer military experience.\nExperience in Electronics Manufacturing.\nCurrent Secret or Top Secret, SCI Clearance.\nSAP experience.\nExperience with financial management including project & process control, earned value, and budgets, to include familiarity with DCAA and FAR regulations.\nWhat We Can Offer You:\nNorthrop Grumman provides a comprehensive benefits package and a work environment that 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.\nYour 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!\nPrimary Level Salary Range: $121,000.00 - $181,600.00The 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. 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