Manufacturing Operations Manager 1 - 2nd Shift

Role summary

Manufacturing Operations Manager 1 - 2nd Shift is a full-time role at Northrop Grumman in Hanover, Maryland, United States (on-site). Posted 2026-08-08. Experience level: 5-10.

Job title

Manufacturing Operations Manager 1 - 2nd Shift

Company

Northrop Grumman

Location

Hanover, Maryland, United States

Work arrangement

on-site

Employment type

full-time

Category

Software Engineering

Experience level

5-10

Date posted

2026-08-08

Job description

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available

CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: Yes

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 (NGMS) is seeking a 2nd Shift Manufacturing Operations Manager 1 to join our Troy Hill Operations Team of dedicated, diverse individuals. This role will lead a cross-functional group of employees supporting manufacturing, test, production, shipping, and quality inspection activities at our Elkridge, MD facility.

In this role, you will oversee and manage the daily operational aspects of one or more manufacturing/production areas, with responsibility for employee safety, delivering quality products on time and within customer cost targets, and driving continuous improvement. You will provide day-to-day leadership across production, operations, engineering, test, shipping, and quality functions within your area. You will directly supervise a team of non-represented employees, manage work assignments and schedules, monitor cost and schedule performance for your work unit, assess issues, and implement mitigation actions to meet productivity, quality, cost, and delivery goals.

What You’ll Get to Do

Oversee daily operations across production, mechanical assembly, integration, test, shipping, and associated quality activities to support new production, sustainment spares, and returned material for repair (RMR)

Directly supervise approximately 5–10 non-represented employees (up to ~15 across one/split shift), including assigning work, setting daily priorities, managing schedules, monitoring workflow, and supporting operating cost targets

Provide clear directions and coaching to your team using established procedures and precedents; assignments are received in task-oriented terms, and your work is reviewed for adequacy in meeting objectives

Monitor work in process, material and tooling availability, and shipping readiness, identifying and resolving day to day operational and quality issues to ensure personnel, equipment, materials, and services are available as needed

Execute and support production and shipping schedules in coordination with Material Requirements Planning, Production Control, Quality, Supply Chain, and Engineering to meet internal and external customer delivery requirements

Track and act on key performance indicators (KPIs) for your area (safety, quality, delivery, productivity, 5S/housekeeping), using data to maintain process control and drive continuous improvement

Coordinate interdepartmental activities daily with operations, quality assurance, production control, supply chain, engineering, inventory control, shipping/receiving, and transportation; most liaison is internal with subordinates and peer/next level leaders

Support program and project performance by providing accurate status on cost, schedule, and technical performance for your work unit; identify risks and develop mitigation actions to maintain productivity, quality, cost, and delivery objectives

Support staffing, onboarding, training, and engagement for your team, providing performance feedback and helping employees build skills and reach their potential

Support process development, continuous improvement events, capacity planning, capital and facility planning, annual budget inputs, monthly cost performance reviews, manpower planning, and all ISO9001, AS9100, and other auditable processes by providing floor level input and executing approved plans

Participate in first time manufacturing builds, helping establish workspace layouts, process flows, work instructions, and personnel responsibilities across production, quality, and test

Work hands on and monitor daily operations, actively assisting or directing subordinates as needed to resolve issues and ensure smooth workflow

Manage the use of consumables and indirect materials in your area to meet budget and cost targets

Serve as point of contact for equipment calibration activities in your area, ensuring compliance with calibration and documentation requirements

Ensure compliance with applicable Northrop Grumman procedures and requirements for manufacturing and test environments

Ensure equipment and machinery are maintained in accordance with preventative maintenance schedules for each assigned area, coordinating with maintenance and facilities as required

Promote and support career development for employees, including training and educational opportunities for highly motivated individuals

Operate effectively in a fast-paced environment with high expectations, diverse assignments, and collaborative/team settings across all levels of the organization

Be accountable for safety, quality, delivery, employee engagement,