Manager Flight Operations 1

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available

CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: Yes

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 Sector is seeking an experienced technical professional to lead & manage E-2 aircraft flight and maintenance operations at NAS Patuxent River, MD.

The Flight Operations Manager will be responsible for the (personnel management) daily planning, scheduling, operations & direction of NG employees assigned to the location. The right candidate will actively assist or provide direction to maintenance teams in support of ground/flight test operations. Responsible for accurate and effective reporting aircraft status. Ensures maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair activities are conducted in accordance with established policies and procedures. Follows & assists in any ground operating procedures audits, inspections, and/or compliance reviews IAW DCMA 8210 series. Provides feedback to leadership during daily maintenance pass downs, shift turnover or meetings.

• Supports the aircraft operations manager through execution of schedule and technical performance of the Triton maintenance & ground operations.
• Will participate in schedule and technical discussions/meetings.
• Oversees maintenance, servicing, repair, and overhaul of air vehicles. Must become an expert in all associated subsystems to ensure that they are in good mechanical condition and maintain airworthiness/safety.
• Will interface regularly with all competencies within the ITT.
• Works towards milestones and monitors adherence to integrated master schedules (IMS) as it pertains to program & customer schedules, aircraft deliveries, & flight/ground operations.
• Identifies problems and recommends solutions, such as allocation of resources and/or modification of contractual specifications.
• Assists with audits, program inspections, and suggests appropriate corrective actions/adjustments to maintain contract compliance/performance.
• Direct assignment and functional management of employees to include schedules, training, and provide overall feedback via annual/quarterly performance ratings & reviews.
• Will recommend procedure changes to improve maintainability of aircraft and timely inspections.
• Available to work First or Second shift and weekends as needed in support of flight/ground test operations.

Basic Qualifications:

• Must have a Bachelors degree and 5 years of related experience or a Masters degree and 3 years of related experience or a High School diploma and 9 years of related professional experience. 

• Must have an active DoD Secret clearance upon start.
• Must have strong communication skills/delivery methods, Microsoft PowerPoint, Excel, Word, Teams.
• Comfortable/confident working in a flightline operations environment.
• Willingness and Ability to obtain TS/SCI post start as required.
• Must have technical E-2 Aircraft experience (Or similar).

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in managing an aircraft maintenance department.
• US Navy aircraft maintenance management experience.
• Understanding of E-2 Aircraft maintenance, troubleshooting, ground handling, launch/recovery, Safe for Flight requirements.
• Working knowledge of NAVY/NAVAIR/NAMP/OPNAVINST 4790.2, OOMA, DCMA 8210 series.
• Current TS clearance.
• Prior Safe for Flight certified in a Navy maintenance environment.

Primary Level Salary Range: $110,000.00 - $165,000.00

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.

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.