Northrop Grumman · 23 hours ago
Manager Facilities Operations - Level 3
Northrop Grumman is a leader in technological advancements, seeking a Manager Facilities Operations – Level 3 to oversee the Dulles campus operations. The role involves managing facilities maintenance, optimizing operational processes, and ensuring efficient building infrastructure to support manufacturing and engineering activities.
AerospaceData IntegrationManufacturingRemote SensingSecurity
Responsibilities
Manage all Facilities related maintenance
Over see workplace service operations- conference planning, mail delivery, floor checks, food services
Manage facility landlord technicians/coordinators to ensure building operations
Ensure all building infrastructure is operating efficiently i.e HVAC, Chillers, Cooling Towers etc
Drives root cause & corrective action, utilizing reliability engineering to take proactive approach
Oversee all maintenance Subcontractors
Plan, budget, and schedule all facility Op/Ex
Develop and provide input for capex aop planning for facilities infrastructure
Lead tracking of purchase requestions, invoices
Manages facilities infrastructure equipment and tooling spare parts inventories to assure operational readiness
Uses lean thinking/manufacturing fundamentals and TPM principles to organize workflow, streamline internal processes and minimize equipment downtime
Communicates directly with manufacturing and division management on status of equipment within the facility
Lead/formulate facility assessments to enable leadership to make informed investment decisions
Coordinate and assist with the development and planning of campus space inventory and supports the executive team regarding facility space utilization, office moves, related space planning needs such as on campus moves and evaluation of space for new initiatives
Coordinate with other Facilities Departments, Security, IT and EHS to achieve high quality and timely projects
Coordinate with real estate team for landlord negotiations, day to day coordination as needed
Coordinate with property management firms as needed for building operational oversight
Develop and execute infrastructure roadmap for buildings
Manage and support regional satellite sites
Oversees facilities support for events on campus
Coordinates/supports facility audits and audit compliance
Develop lessons learned and facility process improvement efforts, overseeing implementation within the department
Oversee response for business resilience (storms, etc.) and develop follow up to risk management audit findings
Facilities interface at Dulles and satellite locations with internal organizations, high level of internal customer engagement
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree with 10 years of professional experience – OR – Master's degree with 8 years of professional experience. Will consider an additional 4+ years of experience in lieu of degree
No clearance required to start
In-depth hands-on knowledge of facilities and equipment maintenance and reliability services
Solid understanding and experience in troubleshooting factory equipment, mechanical and electrical systems
Ability to prepare sound executive level presentations and conduct meetings with the senior staff
Proficient in Word, Excel, MS Project, PowerPoint and Visio
Ability to effectively manage a team of professionals and technicians, including both employees and vendors
Supervision of 6-12 employees
Preferred
Experience in lean manufacturing and maintenance systems
Experience working in high-rate manufacturing facilities operating on a 24/7 schedule
Experience in automated industrial equipment such as storing, retrieving, forming, autoclave, conveyance, trim, inspections, and CNC machining centers is a plus
Demonstrated ability to effectively lead teams with diverse maintenance/craft skills and backgrounds
Hands-on experience/background in maintenance fields strongly preferred (Mechanic, Millwright, Pipefitter, HVAC background)
Experience in aerospace industry
Interaction with all levels of the organization and external representatives
Strong interpersonal skills and problem-solving ability
Experience working with risk management supporting business resilience planning and execution
Benefits
Health insurance coverage
Life and disability insurance
Savings plan
Company paid holidays
Paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business
Company
Northrop Grumman
Northrop Grumman is an aerospace, defense and security company that provides training and satellite ground network communications software.
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$3.7BKey Investors
U.S. Department of DefenseNASA
2025-05-27Post Ipo Debt· $1B
2024-01-29Post Ipo Debt· $2.5B
2023-12-20Grant· $72M
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