Ngc
Aerospace & DefenseDirect Workday career site

Manager General Manufacturing 1

Pay
$95,400 – $143,200 per year
Location
Rolling Meadows, IL · On-site
Job type
Full-time
Level
Lead / Staff
Experience
5+ years
Education
Bachelor's degree
Listed
20 days ago

Skills & highlights for this role

  • US Government Secret clearance
  • production planning and scheduling
  • Earned Value Management Systems
  • data analysis

Relocation Assistance

No relocation assistance available CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: No CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret TRAVEL: No 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 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 Manager General Manufacturing 1 based out of Rolling Meadows, IL. This role supports the LITENING Targeting Cell, where precision, safety, quality, and adherence to manufacturing processes are critical.

Enjoy a culture where your voice is valued and start contributing to our team of passionate professionals providing real-life solutions to our world's biggest challenges. We take pride in creating purposeful work and allowing our employees to grow and achieve their goals every day by Defining Possible.

What You'll get to Do: Northrop Grumman Mission Systems, LITENING Targeting Cell specializes in the manufacturing and testing of our lower-level Thermal Imaging Source (TIS) as well as Testing/Troubleshooting/repairing at the system level.

The Manager, General Manufacturing 1 will supervise the factory hourly team, who assemble, disassemble, repair, rework, reassemble, Test, and troubleshoot both production and depot field return units using design drawing documentation, work instructions and test procedures.

This position will also interface with professionals from Sr. Operations Leadership, Operations Engineering, Project Management, Production Control and Product Quality disciplines.

Additional responsibilities include establishing daily duties among direct reports based on customer need, monitoring production metrics to ensure tasks are completed efficiently and effectively, properly addressing production, personal, and performances concerns, enforcing company, manufacturing, and safety policies and procedures, productively coaching staff members for continuous professional development, and reassuring a positive work environment with team collaboration.

Basic Qualifications for the Manager General Manufacturing 1: Bachelor's Degree with minimum 5 years of relevant work experience in manufacturing OR Master's Degree with 3 or more years of relevant work experience in manufacturing 2 or more years of experience with production planning and scheduling EVMS (Earned Value Management Systems) and/or data analysis experience Clear communicator who can assign tasks efficiently, resolve problems effectively, make assessments properly, and manage time proficiently Ability to obtain and maintain a US Government Secret clearance US Citizenship required Preferred Qualifications for the Manager General Manufacturing 1: Experience with the fundamentals of SAP / ERP Demonstrated experience with CAM functions Experience in Lean Manufacturing tools and techniques What We Can Offer You: Northrop Grumman provides a comprehensive benefits package and a work environment that 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 make the most sense for you and your family.

Your benefits will include the following: Health Plan, Savings Plan, Paid Time Off, and Additional Benefits, including Education Assistance, Training and Development, 9/80 Work Schedule (where available), and much more! #MPR Primary Level Salary Range: $95,400.00 - $143,200.00 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. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.

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From Ngc's careers page, first listed on Rolev.ai on October 21, 2026. Rolev.ai is not the employer.

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The Manager General Manufacturing 1 posting at Ngc states compensation of $95,400 – $143,200 per year. It is listed as a full-time position. Final pay may depend on location, experience, and interview evaluation on Ngc's official career site.

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