Manager Tool Engineering 2 - Design
Not Disclosed•Full-TimeOn-site
location_onLos Angeles County, California, 93550, United States
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 and 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. We have an insatiable drive to do what others think is impossible. Our employees are not only part of history; they're making history.
The Aerospace Systems sector is seeking a Manager Tool Engineering 2 - Design to join our team in Palmdale, CA. In this role, you will become part of Northrop Grumman's Tooling organization, working collaboratively while promoting a positive and proactive teamwork environment. You will lead a high-performing team of Tool designers, establishing roles and responsibilities that recognize strengths and foster career growth. Your work will define and execute long-term design strategies, aligning priorities across design, manufacturing, and operations to support current and future production goals. You will oversee the design process of complex tooling systems to improve manufacturability, quality, and throughput, while managing the tooling project portfolio to ensure readiness for both production and development programs.
We offer flexible work arrangements, including a 9/80 work schedule with every other Friday off, phenomenal learning opportunities, and exposure to a wide variety of projects and customers. We are looking for self-motivated, proactive, and goal-oriented people to help us grow our services.
Our leaders live our values daily and encourage our teams to do the same:
The application period for this job is estimated to be 20 days from the posting date, though this timeline may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and candidate availability. U.S. citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance.
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. We consider qualified applicants regardless of background.
Work model: On-site
Los Angeles County, California, 93550, United States
California
Strong understanding of GD&T, tolerance analysis, materials, and manufacturing processes (machining, composites, weldments, additive). Understanding of coordinating design and fabrication requirements for tools and fixtures with internal and external customers. Ability to collaborate with key stakeholders (Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Facilities, Tooling Quality, and Production) to negotiate requirements and ensure compliance. Proven ability to manage cross-functional programs, balancing cost, schedule, and performance. Ability to interface and communicate with multiple levels of leadership, customers, and suppliers. Experience within the aerospace, automotive, or production-related industry and/or with automated systems/machines. Experience in the development, capture, and execution of R&D technology capabilities. Experience assessing the maturity of new technology for transition to production. Experience with authoring proposals, technical documents, and procedures. Program management experience and PMP certification. Experience providing innovative techniques focused on improving product designs and tooling assemblies or equipment. Ability to demonstrate project management and problem-solving skills while supporting multiple projects simultaneously. Experience or general understanding of manufacturing processes and technologies. Experience with statistical analysis or Green Belt Six Sigma. Certification with using Earned Value Management System (EVMS) for tracking project financials. Experience with machine controls, electrical theory, and PLC ladder logic. Experience with robotics and robotic programming. Understanding and design-to-cost principles and ROI analysis. Current Program Special Access. Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Project).
Skills: Cad, NX, Teamcenter, Catia, Solidworks, GD&T, Tolerance Analysis, Composite Fabrication, Machining, Composites.
Education: Bachelor's degree with 5 years of experience OR Master's degree with 3 years of experience; Master's degree with 3 years of experience OR Bachelor's degree with 5 years of experience.
