Production Control Manager

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE:
No relocation assistance available

CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START:
No

CLEARANCE TYPE:
Secret

TRAVEL:
No

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 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 a Production Control
Manager 3 within the Production and Material Control Organization based out of Linthicum, MD

You possess strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision‑making skills, complemented by excellent communication and interpersonal abilities. Proven track record in cross‑departmental collaboration and the ability to thrive in fast‑paced environments.

• Develop, implement, and refine production control processes to align with organizational objectives
• Collaborate with stakeholder organizations (Operations Program Managers, Material Requirements Planning, etc.) and coordinate team activities to plan, issue, and control production schedule to meet production/delivery requirements
• Manage the controlled flow of material and hardware from receipt into a manufacturing area through delivery to the customer
• Collaborate with manufacturing, quality assurance, and supply chain teams to set production priorities, ensure material availability, resolve production issues and optimize throughput
• Provide direction to production planning and material control team members in areas such as manufacturing requirements planning, production scheduling, WIP management and Material Management and Accounting System (MMAS) auditable processes
• Lead reviews of Production KPIs to optimize delivery performance. Analyze production data to identify trends and bottlenecks and implement process improvements
• Lead, mentor, and evaluate a team of production control professionals

• Bachelor’s degree with 8 years of experience in operations, production planning, program management or equivalent experience;
  Master’s degree with 6 years of experience in operations, production planning, program management or equivalent experience
• Experience leading people across large organizations (direct reports)
• Experience building high‑performing cross‑functional teams, driving a culture to achieve operational excellence and meet the expectations of both internal and external customers
• Experience with ERP systems, MRP and production planning tools (e.g., SAP)
• The ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret security clearance is required
• U.S. citizenship required

• Advanced degree in Industrial Engineering, Operations Management, Manufacturing or Logistics
• Experience with continuous improvement initiatives such as Lean or Six Sigma
• A Current/Active DoD Secret Clearance
• Experience working in a union represented environment

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…