RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available

CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: No

CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret

TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the Time

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 Aeronautics Systems is looking for a Facilities Engineering Manager to join our team of diverse, qualified individuals. This position will be located on site in Palmdale, CA.

Our Leaders at Northrop Grumman live our values daily and encourage our teams to do the same. We do the right thing: upholding the highest ethical standards and facilitating a safe and respectful environment that attracts, retains, and inspires a Manager Facilities Engineering 2 to join and engaged team. We do what we promise: holding yourself and others accountable to meet predictable and balanced results. We commit to shared success: operating as OneNG and removing barriers for our teams. Finally, We pioneer: setting a vision that shapes the future and inspires others.

Essential Functions:

• Lead, manage, and supervise various crafts, vendors, and contractors responsible for maintaining and repairing Numerical Control Machinery, Autoclaves, Climate Control Environments, Automated Equipment, Programmable Control Systems, Cincinnati Tow Placement Fiber Numerical Control Machines, Plant Air Compressors, Low Pressure Boilers, and Tank Lines

• Set priorities, perform forecasting, and allocate resources to complete all repairs and projects related to corrective maintenance tasks, while minimizing equipment downtime

• Support building infrastructure maintenance with second-shift personnel, addressing plumbing, electrical, HVAC, equipment controls programming (BMS – Building Management System), remote monitoring systems, and general maintenance.

• Ensure code compliance for operations equipment and buildings, addressing recurring maintenance needs.

• Ensure code compliance for operations equipment and buildings recurring maintenance needs

• Utilizes Maximo computerized maintenance management system to schedule, track and report on equipment and infrastructure maintenance, service requests/work orders and trouble calls; ensure all maintenance team employees are following established practices for updating and using Maximo

• Establish Preventative Maintenance scope and frequency for all new equipment.  Continuously review existing plans for accuracy and best practice

• Apply focused approach on coordination and consistent protocols around training and development for our Facilities personnel; ranging from standard orientation and onboarding to coordination of training / train the trainer model for processes, tools, and roles

• Collaborate with Maintenance and Planning teams, and Business Management support teams, to collect, validate, and prioritize future Facilities and User projects for Capital/NRAB and Indirect AOP/LRSP inputs and reviews

• Strong leader capable of pulling together effective meetings with peers and stakeholders to collect feedback, assess gaps, and define best practices

• Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned

Basic Qualifications:

• Must either have a bachelor’s degree and 9 years’ experience in facility operations, or a master’s degree with 7 years of experience in facility operations or a PhD and 5 years’ experience in facility operations. Four additional years of related experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.

• Working knowledge of one or more of the following, hydraulics, pneumatics, vacuum systems, compressors, tempered water systems, steam production, wastewater systems, high voltage systems etc.

• Availability and willingness to work any shift including some weekends as required

• Ability to provide sound judgment to ensure overall quality and efficiency of the department

• Experience using Microsoft Word and MS Office

• Must have the ability to obtain and maintain a Secret clearance within a reasonable amount of time as determined by business needs

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience working with factory maintenance, electrical, hydraulic, mechanical, utility systems 

• Experience with assembly and composite manufacturing processes

• Demonstrated hands-on mechanical aptitude

• Experience with Lean manufacturing techniques

• Experience leading a team of highly trained maintenance staff

• Ability to plan, schedule and follow up on assigned work progress

• Ability to cover weekends on call and respond as required for unplanned events

• Familiar with Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS) such as Maximo,

• Working knowledge of one or more of the following, hydraulics, pneumatics, vacuum systems, compressors, tempered water systems, steam production, wastewater systems, high voltage systems etc.

• Industrial Maintenance, Supervision or Journeyman certification is a plus

Primary Level Salary Range: $146,600.00 - $219,800.00

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. 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.