Manager Programs 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 Manager Programs 2 to join our team of qualified, diverse individuals. This leadership role is located in Clearfield, Utah.

The primary objective will be the delivery of all contractual requirements on cost and on schedule, while achieving all technical requirements and creating customer intimacy to support value creation strategies and actions. The individual will lead a cross-functional organization aligned to common program performance goals.

Program Managers are responsible for managing all phases of the program life cycle from inception (proposal development) through startup, execution, and completion (contract closeout). Primary responsibilities are the management of cost, schedule, and technical performance of company programs or subsystems and include, but are not limited to:

• Establishing a program organization that effectively addresses customer requirements and incorporates the necessary internal and external sub-organizations

• Development and adherence to master plans and schedules

• Leading and directing cross-functional Integrated Program Teams (IPT) to meet program cost, schedule and technical performance objectives

• Development and adherence to budget baselines utilizing Earned Value Management (EVM) or similar cost & schedule control methodologies and tools

• Provide guidance and direction to Control Account Managers (CAMs)

• Measuring and reporting program performance

• Managing suppliers to meet program objectives

• Ensuring program team understands and adheres to contract scope, and manages change through control board activities

• Delivering presentations to customers, executive management and other program stakeholders

• Participating in the negotiation of contracts, contract changes, specifications, operating budgets, schedule milestones, and key terms and conditions

• Establishing design concepts, criteria, and engineering efforts for product research, development, integration and test

• Creation, review and finalization of the program Statement of Work

• Identification, distribution, tracking, and completion of program requirements

• High acumen for problem solving as this role requires the identification of issues and problems across multiple contracts

• Conducting thorough risk & opportunity management practices including identification, mitigation and realization

• Cultivating customer relationships and intimacy to develop further opportunities within the customer community

• Developing new business opportunities through long term strategic planning, capture planning, and development of proposals and business plans

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in a technical discipline plus nine (9) years of experience leading teams in program execution or Master's Degree with seven (7) years relevant experience

• Related experience includes professional and/or military experience to include a background in project management, program management, engineering, capture efforts, and/or business development

• Demonstrated success in leading the performance of tasks on schedule, at cost and achieving all requirements as either project lead, integrated program team or cost account manager

• Knowledge of Risk and Opportunity Management

• Strong written, verbal and presentation skills with proven ability to develop and maintain strong internal/external customer relationships

• Expertise leading process improvement, organizational effectiveness, or operational planning

• Ability to obtain and maintain a Department of Defense Secret Security Clearance

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master's degree in Business Administration or other relevant graduate degree - plus eight (8) years in Program Management, Engineering, and Business Development leadership roles

• Experience utilizing earned value management system (EVMS)

• Demonstrated oversight of a program's Profit and Loss

• Demonstrated success leading production programs supporting multiple customers

• Project Management Professional (PMP) Certification

• Production program management experience

• Capture experience that spans DoD and Commercial customers

• Possess an active DoD Secret clearance

• Knowledge of major US DOD acquisition organizations, military customers, and/or military

• Experience leading a team, preferably within the Aerospace and Defense industry

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.

What We Offer:

At Northrop Grumman, we are on the cutting edge of innovation -- building the next generation of sophisticated aircraft to protect our country. Our diverse portfolio of programs means there are endless paths to cultivate your career. We are well-known for our inclusive, family environment, phenomenal learning opportunities, and exposure to a wide variety of projects and customers. We also offer exceptional benefits/healthcare, a great 401K matching program, and 14 Employee Resource Groups inclusive of all employees!

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Salary Range: $131,200.00 - $196,800.00

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 most positions.