E & S Operations Manager

Northrop Grumman

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Work type
On-site
Location
Mdli01
Salary
$184,300–$276,500 / yr
Posted
7 days ago

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Above market

How this pay compares to similar roles

Similar $168k
This role $230k
$119k most similar roles pay here $293k

This role pays more than 89% of similar roles. Most pay $143,248–$193,000 — the shaded band above. At the midpoint, this role pays about $230k versus about $168k for comparable roles.

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About Northrop Grumman

Northrop Grumman is a leading global aerospace and defense technology company providing systems in autonomous systems, cyber, C4ISR, space, strike, and logistics. Industry: Aerospace & Defense

Northrop Grumman currently has 208 open roles on FindRole.

Listed pay typically runs $122,400–$187,900 across 206 roles with salary data.

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TL;DR · E & S Operations Manager

Northrop Grumman Mission System’s Engineering and Sciences Division seeks a seasoned Operations Manager to oversee day-to-day operations for the Sector Engineering & Sciences organization, ensuring seamless integration of activities across teams while aligning with strategic priorities. This role involves leading engineering activity coordination at sector and division levels, supporting executive leadership in business execution excellence through continuous planning and risk management, and serving as a direct liaison to the Sector VP of Engineering. The ideal candidate will possess advanced expertise in Microsoft Office tools, deep familiarity with Northrop Grumman’s portfolio and processes, and proficiency in leveraging AI technologies for data-driven decision-making. This position requires a U.S Government Secret Clearance or higher and involves managing complex projects, coordinating meetings, and facilitating strategic planning across engineering disciplines.

What you'll do

  • Lead integration of engineering activities across sector and division levels.
  • Provide virtual functional homeroom for operations managers to share best practices.
  • Support executive leadership with continuous planning and risk mitigation.
  • Coordinate resource planning, budgeting, and financial forecasting.
  • Facilitate meetings such as leadership off-sites and staff reviews.
  • Develop and report on engineering strategy in conjunction with sector leads.
  • Track independent reviews and coordinate regular review of engineering metrics.

What we're looking for

  • Bachelor's degree with 10 years of experience or higher education equivalent.
  • Proven ability to lead complex projects within budget and timeline.
  • Deep familiarity with Northrop Grumman’s portfolio, product lines, and business planning processes.
  • Expert knowledge in corporate engineering standards and guidelines.
  • Advanced analytical skills for data-driven decision making.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
  • Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S Government Secret Clearance.

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