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Northrop Grumman Propulsion Systems is currently recruiting for a Tool Quality Engineering Manager 2 , who will provide support to our Aerospace Structures Business Unit (ASBU), as they lead the Tool Quality Engineers and Tool Quality Inspectors, who are located across multiple sites and states.
This position involves providing leadership to the ASBU Tool Quality Engineering Organization. This includes managing exempt and non-exempt employees working multiple aerospace programs, and maintaining responsibility for the acceptance and release of correctly built and properly functioning tools. A strong understanding of how Specialty Tooling is designed, and inspection of said tooling, would be a basic necessity for this position. This level of leadership would also be responsible for the combined strategic (long-term) and tactical (short-term) management planning activities. In this role the manager must demonstrate consistent use of the following competencies: Business acumen, composure, delegating, interpersonal diplomacy, planning, time management, timely decision making, presentation skills.
As a leader, you always act with integrity, and the highest ethical standards characterize everything you do. You enable your team to achieve predictable and balanced results, while satisfying the needs of internal and external partners. You treat all people with respect, and you model personal growth and continuous development. You know how to build an inclusive environment that attracts, retains, and inspires a diverse and engaged team. You develop trusted and valued customer relationships and communicate effectively, so that people throughout the organization feel engaged and connected to their work. You deliver excellence, strive for continuous improvement, and respond vigorously to change.
Responsibilites:
Has overall responsibility for execution of Safety, Quality, Delivery, and Cost objectives, along with employee engagement for the Tool Quality Organization
Strong focus on supporting a safe work environment, Zero Defects, and continuous improvement activities
Leads both Tool Quality Engineers and Tool Quality Inspectors, with vision, motivation, and innovation
Manages both the strategic and short-term tactical activities of the work area
Responsible for proactive resource management to mitigate production schedule risks
Support a work environment characterized by employee involvement and participative management to encourage the highest level of employee commitment and cooperation
Manage inspection team staffing levels to support customer requirements while maintaining efficient operations
Standardize the role of Tool Quality Engineering and Tool Quality Inspection across sites and programs
Train entry level staff on the role and function of Tool Quality Engineering and Tool Quality Inspection
Basic Qualifications:
Bachelor's Degree (STEM) and 5+ years of related work experience, or Master's Degree (STEM) and 3+ years of related work experience or PHD and 2+ years of related work experience
Minimum of two years previous leadership experience in a manufacturing team environment
Familiarity with Tool Design and the inspection of Specialty Tooling, including the use of SMI and more complex measuring equipment.
Strong interpersonal skills - including ability to establish and maintain positive working relationships with stakeholders and customers, at all levels
Strong technical skills and demonstrated ability to work in a team environment, as a team leader and member
Active, or have the ability to obtain a, DoD Secret clearance required to start. And ability to obtain Special Program Access (PAR) within a reasonable period of time, as determined by the company, to meet its business needs
Preferred Qualifications:
Have technical and in-depth knowledge of Tool Quality Assurance functions across all ASBU locations
Awareness of Northrop Grumman QMS and Capable of verifying, updating, and flow down of department procedures for technical adequacy
Understanding laser tracker inspections and CMM data for the acceptance of tools and documenting the results
Holds a Special Program Access (PAR) clearance.
Experience with GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing)
Experience and familiarity with assembly tooling and/or inspection requirements
Ability to communicate/interface with multiple levels, such as Customer, Suppliers, Manufacturing Engineering, Quality Assurance, and Tool Design to interpret, analyze, and advise on the data/inspection results
Strong coursework in Math (Geometry & Trigonometry)
Demonstrated success managing and developing employees technical skills
Proven leadership experience with mid to high rate production programs
Strong working knowledge of composites manufacturing and inspection processes
Demonstrated success in leading teams to consistently meet customer expectations
Demonstrated commitment to creating and maintaining a safe work environment
Understanding and use of root cause analysis
Demonstrated success in maximizing resources and throughput
Demonstrated ability to remove waste from inspection processes
Aerospace or aviation experience strongly desired
Skills and knowledge to interpret codes, standards, and other contractual documents that control tooling
Familiarity with AS9100, NADCAP, and other Quality accreditation systems strongly preferred
Positive attitude and ambition to excel / advance in skills and knowledge
Attention to detail and an ability to produce error-free products and accurately complete paperwork
History of working effectively with coworkers, managers, and other employees in a team environment
Strong commitment to continuous improvement; ability to proactively network and establish effective working relationships, must pursue cost-containment efforts related to inspection processes
Conflict management skills and negotiation skills
Salary Range: $116,200 - $174,400
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.
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