Production Controller
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Oct 29, 2026. First seen by Alion on Oct 26, 2026. Northrop Grumman scores B on the Alion truth index.
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 sector is looking for you to join our team as an Production Controller for the Wire Cell based out of Sykesville, Maryland. The qualified applicant will become part of Northrop Grumman's Power/Control Systems business unit within the Multidomain Sensing, Targeting and Survivability Division.
What You'll Get To Do:
- Cut wire for all orders with a wire cut operation based on SAP MFG Queue.
- Calibration: Stage calibration items for delivery to Calibration lab; Stage calibration items for custodians to pick up when completed; Send communication out to the team on what items went out to the lab and came back from the lab.
- Print wire Markers for all wires being cut.
- Print UID labels upon request.
- Monitor and work SharePoint requests for wire discrepancies and wire requests for orders that do not have an operation. Also monitor and work requests for label needs as well.
- Communicate with the Production Control teams on priorities that need to be worked.
- Maintain 5S of the area and other duties as assigned.
- Replenish kiosk material in the cells and coordinate with Resco on kiosk material needs. Escort Resco employees as needed.
- Assist in determining wire shortages and initiate action to correct these deficiencies.
- Use knowledge of production, procurement, and engineering departments to alert leadership regarding potential problems and appropriate remedial action.
Basic Qualifications for the Production Controller:
- High School diploma or equivalent (GED) and 4 or more years of additional education and/or related experience
- Microsoft Office experience, including Excel
- Experience in continuous process improvement
- Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government Secret Security clearance
- U.S Citizenship
Basic Physical Qualifications for the Production Controller:
- Ability to frequently move and position objects weighing up to 40 pounds in order to move stock/inventory/materials around the manufacturing floor and various business units
Preferred Qualifications for the Production Controller:
- Bachelors degree with 3 years of manufacturing experience or production control experience
- SAP or similar ERP software experience
- Manufacturing work flow and MRP systems experience or similar
- Ability to work in a fast paced environment
- Active Secret Clearance
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!
Primary Level Salary Range: $49,138.00 - $112,136.00The 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. U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.