We are looking for you to join our team as a Director, Manufacturing Operations 2 based out of Waynesboro, VA.
What you will get to do:
The Manufacturing Operations Director is responsible for establishing and leading all Virginia Manufacturing operations including the construction and launch of the Waynesboro site and the operation of the Charlottesville site. Charlottesville supports the Naval and Oceanic Systems business unit; a key element of the Maritime/Land Systems & Sensors (MLSS) division within the Mission Systems sector. Naval and Oceanic Systems designs, builds, tests, and supports ship bridge systems, automation, steering and navigation. The Waynesboro site will support multiple divisions by building, testing and supporting advance radar systems. The General Manufacturing Director will lead a high performing Manufacturing teams of up to 600 employees responsible for a vast portfolio of products and processes including: wire harness build, assembly, test, machining, painting, sustainment and product development.

Qualified candidates will have demonstrated success leading broad organizations within cost and schedule while achieving a high level of product quality and employee engagement in a safe environment. The position requires a systems thinking approach, unwavering ethics and values, and the demonstrated ability to be a trusted partner. Candidates must demonstrate a proven track record of solving complex problems through systematic and objective evaluation of information, effective communication, and championing and leading change with a diverse set of internal and external customers and suppliers. The General Manufacturing Director reports to the Vice President of Manufacturing.
The ideal candidate will have the ability to improve Product/Process designs for automation and productivity and demonstrate the principles of running a safe work environment, as well as have the ability to stand up and sustain self-directed work teams
and launch and sustain digital tools for manufacturing.

Major Responsibilities:

Safety. Number one priority.
* Operational excellence meeting our customer commitments and protecting our people and products. This includes execution excellence and overall responsibility for Safety, Quality, Delivery, Cost and Morale.
* Lead effective continuous improvement projects based on the principles of applied statistics and lean manufacturing.
* An effective organization structure and team, working together to improve our processes and discipline to our processes
* A culture of empowered leaders and engaged employees focused on problem solving in an enjoyable work environment (fun, competitive, proud, visual, celebrating successes)
* Develop, communicate and implement vision, strategy, goals and metrics that drive business objectives and priorities for tangible improvements
* Excellent relationships and accountability to internal customers (programs / segments) communicating status, return to green plans and achievement to objective
* Direct building construction and launch activities as they pertain to production operations.
* Lead effective preventive maintenance systems
* Communicate performance up and down the organization.
Basic Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree with a minimum of 10 years of experience in a manufacturing or related environment
* Minimum of 8 years strong senior management experience
* Progressive leadership experience in manufacturing/production, operations, program management, testing, maintenance or related area
* Experience with industry and management methodologies focused on continuous
* improvement in manufacturing, such as ISO 9000, World Class Manufacturing and/or Six Sigma
* US Citizenship is required
* Ability to obtain an active Secret security clearance

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience building, equipping and launching a large manufacturing site
* Experience in running an organization that has been through a lean transformation and is operating in a lean system
* Experience with automation operations and maintenance
* Six Sigma greenbelt/blackbelt
* Program Management experience
* Experience with Quality Management and Supplier Quality Management
Salary Range: $184,600 - $276,800
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.
Employees may be eligible for 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 committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action 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/AA and Pay Transparency statement, please visit. U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.