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Elkridge, Maryland, United States
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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 an Electronics Engineering Manager 2 based out of Elkridge, MD.
The Electronics Engineering Manager 2 is responsible for leading manufacturing and industrial engineering activities, driving cross-functional alignments, and enabling efficient, high-quality production operations across the site. This role will manage a team of approximately nine engineers and specialists with diverse skill sets and experience levels.
What You’ll Get to Do:
People Leadership & Development
Lead a team of ~9 manufacturing and industrial engineers and related staff
Actively plan, monitor, and review each team member’s career growth, including performance goals and development plans
Develop and maintain individualized development plans and succession plans for key roles
Provide timely, ongoing feedback and coach team members to strengthen technical and leadership capabilities
Champion training, certifications, cross-training, and stretch assignments to support growth and organizational resilience
Manufacturing Engineering (ME) Leadership
Lead the Manufacturing Engineering (ME) group to support efficient, high-quality production operations
Hold regular touchpoints with the ME team to identify cross-training and development opportunities
Partner with operations to prioritize engineering support, resolve production issues, and improve yield, throughput, and cycle time
Ensure ME processes, documentation, and tools support standard work and continuous improvement across lines and shifts
Industrial Engineering (IE) Leadership
Lead the Industrial Engineering (IE) group to drive data‑driven capacity and productivity improvements
Align with IE on methodologies, metrics, and capacity assumptions across the site.
Review and validate time studies, capacity models, and layout/flow proposals from a manufacturability and execution perspective
Ensure consistency of ME/IE tools and standards across BWI and Troy Hill and support gap‑closure efforts between sites
Facilities Interface & Site Optimization
Communicate manufacturing and IE requirements that impact space planning, utilities, and equipment moves
Support layout changes, new equipment installations, and infrastructure upgrades to optimize flow, safety, ergonomics, and material handling
Ensure facility changes support current and future production, sustainment, and growth strategies
Cross‑Functional Alignment & Execution
Collaborate with operations, quality, programs, supply chain, and facilities to ensure engineering solutions support business objectives
Coordinate actions, communicate impact and resolution status to stakeholders, and provide clear status reports to leadership
Balance resources across programs and priorities, ensuring appropriate coverage for production, sustainment, and improvement initiatives
Drive standardization of processes and tools where appropriate and support continuous improvement and Lean initiatives
Basic Qualifications:
Bachelor of Science degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related STEM discipline with 8 years of relevant experience; or a Master of Science degree in a related STEM discipline and 6 years of relevant experience
Experience in a manufacturing or production environment, supporting production lines or work cells
Experience leading people and/or teams
Experience with communication and organizational leadership skills and collaborating across operations, quality, facilities, and programs
Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government Secret Security Clearance and Special Access Program (SAP)
U.S. Citizenship required
Preferred Qualifications:
Active/Current U.S. Government Security Clearance
Prior experience as a functional manager, group lead, or IPT/operations lead with people leadership and technical responsibility
Experience running a manufacturing work cell or engineering group, including resource planning and production support.
Experience with capacity analysis, time studies, layout/flow optimization, or related industrial engineering activities
Experience working with facilities engineering and site planning teams on layout, equipment moves, and infrastructure projects
Familiarity with Lean, Six Sigma, or continuous improvement methodologies and use of data/KPIs to drive operational improvements
Experience supporting multi‑shift operations and coordinating engineering coverage for off‑shift/weekend activity
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: $153,800.00 - $230,800.00The 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.