Manager Programs 1

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available

CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret

TRAVEL: Yes, 25% 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.

Join Northrop Grumman on our continued mission to push the boundaries of possible across land, sea, air, space, and cyberspace. Enjoy a culture where your voice is valued and start contributing to our team of passionate professionals providing real-life solutions to our world's biggest challenges. We take pride in creating purposeful work and allowing our employees to grow and achieve their goals every day by Defining Possible. With our competitive pay and comprehensive benefits, we have the right opportunities to fit your life and launch your career today.

Northrop Grumman Mission Systems (NGMS) is seeking Program Manager1. This position will be located on-site in Woodland Hills, California and will support Navigation Solutions for the Navigation and Cockpit Systems (NACS) Business Unit (BU).

This position will require up to 25% travel

What you will get to do:

• Use analytical tools and data to provide guidance and input to a cross-functional Integrated Program Team (IPT) to meet program cost, schedule and technical performance objectives
• Identification, distribution, tracking, and completion of program requirements
• Development and adherence to master plans, schedules, budget baselines utilizing Earned Value Management (EVM) or similar cost & schedule control methodologies and tools
• Adherence to all internal processes, policies, and applicable industry standards
• Conducts thorough risk & opportunity management practices including identification, mitigation and realization
• Measuring and reporting program performance, familiarity with the Internet Program Review Systems (IPRS) to maintain program metrics and accompanying data analysis.
• Delivering presentations to customers, executive management and other program stakeholders, history working with Defense Contract Management Agency (DCMA), defense contracting (USAF) Program, and knowledge of Inter-Sector Work Order (IWO).
• Participate in the negotiation of contracts, contract changes, specifications, operating budgets, milestones schedule, and key terms and conditions
• Create, review and finalize the programs Statement of Work, experience breaking down a Statement of Work and creating a program plan, including Subcontractor Data Requirements List (SDRL).
• Ensures program team understands and adheres to contract scope and manages change through established processes.
• Demonstrate the following key characteristics: Communication, Aligning Approach to Program/Contractual Objectives, Creative Solution Finding, Space or Missile program knowledge

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in a STEM field with 5 years of related experience working with manufacturing teams; or 3 years with a master's degree.
• Demonstrated experience leading teams in program execution activities like planning, risk management, schedule development, stakeholder communication, etc.
• Demonstrated experience managing system design and development efforts for programs, with full Statement of Work (SOW) accountability for planning, execution, cost control, scheduling, risk management, technical performance, and Profit & Loss (P&L).
• Demonstrated experience leading program tasks to meet cost, schedule, and technical requirements as a Project Lead, Integrated Program Team ( IPT ) Lead, or Cost Account Manager.
• Demonstrated experience serving as the accountable lead for team execution, with responsibility developing program plans, maintaining the Integrated Master Schedule (IMS), and monitoring progress to cost, schedule, and performance targets.
• Demonstrated experience applying Earned Value Management System (EVMS) principles to monitor cost and schedule performance and supporting performance reporting.
• Demonstrated experience leading risk and opportunity management for programs including identifying risk/opportunities, implementing mitigation or exploitation strategies, and monitoring impact on schedule, cost, and performance objectives.
• United States citizenship required.
• Active Secret clearance required to be considered.

Preferred Qualifications

• Demonstrated knowledge of Northrop Grumman's operations, structure and culture, with proven experience effectively collaborating across functions, and/or a similar corporate culture experience.
• Experience with schedule management, program financial controls, business acquisition process, leading planning activities, and defining/tracking a wide range of program metrics.
• Expertise leading process improvement, organizational effectiveness, or operational planning
• Worked a program with multiple suppliers with responsibility for Hardware (HW) integration, test assets and HW configuration management.

What We Can Offer You

Northrop Grumman provides a comprehensive benefits package and a work environment which encourages your growth and supports the mutual success of our people and our company. Northrop Grumman benefits give you the flexibility and control to choose the benefits that make the most sense for you and your family. Your benefits will include the following: Health Plan, Savings Plan, Paid Time Off and Additional Benefits including Education Assistance, Training and Development, 9/80 Work Schedule (where available), and much more!

Primary Level Salary Range: $129,900.00 - $194,900.00

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.