Mechanical Engineering Manager 2

Manager Mechanical Engineering 2

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.

We currently have an excellent opportunity for a Manager Mechanical Engineering 2 to join our Missile Products team in Plymouth, MN. This position reports to the Design Engineering Manager 3 for the Missile Products, Fuze and Warheads business area.

Job Summary :

As an Engineering Manager in the Fuze & Warheads Development Group, you will be responsible for the mechanical design function and may also function as a technical lead, technical contributor, or technical consultant on various projects. You will be responsible for growing and managing a design team, processes, and tools as well as directing and / or working with other engineers, technicians, functional managers, program managers and administrative personnel to accomplish your objectives.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following :

• Lead a team that performs technical planning, system integration, and design in addition to failure analysis, build, test, and production sustainment support of components and assemblies of defense-related products.
• Ensure the right people, processes, and tools are in place to meet the business needs
• Oversee the supervision of day-to-day engineering activity and work products, expense management, workload management, and performance management process.
• Identify, manage and grow the critical skills development process for the design team.
• Identify and / or lead continuous improvement activities within the department.
• Function as a key contributor on DoD development programs, managing assigned responsibilities and directing the work of other supervisors, engineers, technicians and administrative personnel to accomplish program goals.
• Manage cost and schedule for assigned projects.
• Prepare, review, and approve cost estimates and written or oral technical proposals.

Basic Qualifications :

Primary Level Salary Range : $135,800.00 - $203,600.00 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.