RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance availableCLEARANCE TYPE: SecretTRAVEL: 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.Strategic Space Systems Division (SSSD) is an industry-leading provider for prime satellite and payload capabilities, and directed energy and electronics solutions for national security, military, and civil customers. We are built on a heritage of providing innovative, affordable and reliable aerospace and defense products that our customers rely on to achieve mission success. Join the Space revolution and make the impossible, possible.
Northrop Grumman Strategic Space Systems Division is currently hiring Metrology Manager 1 to join our team qualified, diverse individuals. This position will be located in Palmdale, California.
The selected candidate will manage the Northrop Grumman Engineering Asset Management operations at our offsite area in Palmdale.  The responsible manage a diverse organization of about 10 employees who manage test equipment rental pool, test, calibrate, maintain and repair electronic measuring and test equipment (M&TE).  Tasks include customer interaction, IWO management, staffing, employee development, establishing and implementing policy, program support, increasing organizational competitiveness and ensuring adequate laboratory technical capability. Required skills include exceptional communication with all levels of personnel from entry level to senior leadership as well as external and internal customers.
Essential Functions:

• Provide leadership and direction to team, ensuring sufficient statement of work, manage workload effectively, including, but not limited to: quality, cost, scheduling, subcontracting, cycle time, productivity and efficiency

• Manage employee performance and engagement including career planning

• Manage customer interactions to ensure a positive experience and address any issues or concerns

• Act as the first point of contact for technical issues with metrology technicians Liaison with Engineering Asset Management Leadership and offsite customer

• Participate in recruiting and hiring activities supporting the Metrology Services department

The selected candidate should thrive in a fast-paced work environment with high expectations, significantly diverse assignments, collaborative/team settings across all levels.
As a full-time employee of Northrop Grumman Space Systems, you are eligible for our robust benefits package including:

• Medical, Dental & Vision coverage

• 401k

• Educational Assistance

• Life Insurance

• Employee Assistance Programs & Work/Life Solutions

• Paid Time Off

• Health & Wellness Resources

• Employee Discounts

 
This position's standard work schedule is a 9/80. The 9/80 schedule allows employees who work a nine-hour day Monday through Thursday to take every other Friday off.
Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree with 5 years of calibration/metrology/testing experience or Test Equipment Asset Management OR High School Diploma / GED with 9 years of calibration/metrology/testing experience or Test Equipment Asset Management

• Minimum of 2 years of leadership experience

• This position requires the ability and willingness to obtain and maintain a DOD Secret Clearance within a reasonable period of time, as determined by the company to meet its business need

Preferred Requirements:

• Master's Degree with a minimum of 3 years of relevant experience

• Experience in Metrology Systems based on industry standards

• Active, DoD Top Secret or SCI clearance

Salary Range: $97,600.00 - $146,400.00The 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.PDN-9e977d35-3bd0-4098-a5fd-449767289d6a