Flight Operations Manager 2

US CITIZENSHIP REQUIRED FOR THIS POSITION: Yes

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available

CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret

TRAVEL: 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.

Northrop Grumman Aeronautics Systems has an opening for a Flight Operations Manager 2 to join our team of qualified, diverse individuals within our Test and Evaluation organization. This leadership role is located in Palmdale, CA.

The selected candidate will have the responsibility of leading a group of technical and professional staff in a high-paced environment. Key responsibilities include:

• Serving as a homeroom manager for various administrative support positions to include Flight Schedulers, Flight Operations Coordinators, Project Managers, and Training Representatives

• Managing Aircrew Flight Equipment Shop for multiple programs ensuring compliance with various regulations and guidance

• Managing flight line schedule and de-conflicting program flight line activity

• Coordinating program schedules with PL 42 Airspace Management, EAFB Scheduling, and R2508 Range

• Coordinating with AFP 42 Airfield Management on airfield status and changes. Attend quarterly AFP42 Airfield Operations Board Meetings

• Managing the AFP 42 NGC Airfield Driving Program

• De-Conflicting flight line maintenance and facilities construction activities with program flight line activities

• Providing Frequency Management support

• Coordinating resources for test support aircraft (i.e. King Air Chase Aircraft)

• Coordinating with Corporate Shuttle Operations and transient aircraft for scheduled arrivals and departures and access to Site 3, Site 4, and Site 7 ramps

• Enforcing flight line protocols and safe conduct of operations

• Developing and maintaining a procedure/guide book for programs

• Performance of daily FOD inspections; identifying and mitigating potential hazards due to flight ops, ramp maintenance, or construction

• Providing adequate flight line infrastructure resources to support production and developmental test, i.e. flight line communications infrastructure, grounding points, and engine run spots, etc.

• Identifying flight line infrastructure improvements to support current and future operations

Hybrid/Telecommute/Remote is not an option for this position. This position's standard work schedule is a 9/80, Monday-Friday. The manager may be required to work second shift and weekends as needed throughout the year.

As a leader, you always act with integrity, and the highest ethical standards characterize everything you do. You enable your team to achieve predictable and balanced results, while satisfying the needs of internal and external partners. You treat all people with respect, and you model personal growth and continuous development. You know how to build an inclusive environment that attracts, retains, and inspires a diverse and engaged team. You develop trusted and valued customer relationships and communicate effectively, so that people throughout the organization feel engaged and connected to their work. You deliver excellence, strive for continuous improvement, and respond vigorously to change.

Basic Qualifications:

• Must have a Bachelor's degree & a minimum of 9 years of relevant experience; 7 years with a Masters; 5 years with a PhD

• Minimum of 5 years flight operations experience

• Prior leadership/managing experience

• Must have an active DoD Secret Clearance (with a background investigation completed within the last 6 years or currently enrolled into Continuous Evaluation)

• Must have ability to obtain and maintain Program Access (PAR) within a reasonable period, as determined by the company to meet its business needs.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master's Degree

• Experience interfacing with government and military personnel

Salary Range: $125,500.00 - $188,300.00

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.

Employees may be eligible for 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 committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action 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/AA 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.