Program Manager 1

US CITIZENSHIP REQUIRED FOR THIS POSITION: Yes

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance 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.

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.

 

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 Defense Systems seeks a Program Manager to join our C4MD Business Unit for the WISLA Offset Program.  The location for this position is Huntsville, AL.  The qualified candidate will be responsible for leading all phases of the program life cycle.

Program Managers are responsible for leading 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:  

• Plan and execute programs with the responsibility of successfully managing technical, financial, contractual and schedule aspects of multiple programs. Has Profit and Loss (P&L) performance responsibility for assigned programs.  
• Leading a program organization that effectively addresses customer requirements and incorporates the necessary internal and external stakeholders
• Managing all program activities and leading program review sessions with internal and external customers to deliver cost, schedule, and technical performance on a Firm Fixed Price contract
• Identification, distribution, tracking, and completion of program requirements
• Developing and adhering to budget baselines utilizing Earned Value Management (EVM) or similar cost & schedule control methodologies and tools
• Development and adherence to Integrated Master Schedules (IMS)
• Identifying, allocating and managing program resources, including workforce planning
• Measuring and reporting program performance
• Demonstrate understanding of program risk, opportunity, and issue management processes for risk mitigation and opportunity realization.
• Participating in the negotiation of contracts, contract changes, specifications, operating budgets, schedule milestones, and key terms and conditions.
• Development and delivery of presentations to customers, management, and other program stakeholders
• Developing new business opportunities through long term strategic planning, capture planning, and development of proposals and business plans

• Adherence to all internal processes, policies, and applicable industry standards

Basic Qualifications:

To be considered for this position, you must meet the knowledge, skills, and abilities listed below:

• Bachelor’s Degree and 5 years, or Master’s and 3 years’ experience supporting U.S. Government contracts and customers and/or project management in other industries
• 1 year of experience leading the performance of tasks on schedule, at cost and achieving all requirements as either project lead, integrated program team or cost account manager
• Demonstrated success leading teams/and or organizations to achieve a common goal
• Must have the ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret Clearance
• Ability to travel internationally to Poland about 10% of the time
• Ability to work early hours (between 5-8am CT) once a week to meet with Polish stakeholders

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with Integrated Battle Command System (IBCS) domestic, international or related program
• International program experience, specifically in Poland
• Experience with Offsets, Foreign Military Sales (FMS) or Direct Commercial Sales (DCS) programs
• Experience with IBCS or WISLA programs
• Experience with Fixed Price and/or Cost Plus contracts with completion criteria where contract baseline control and change management is required
• Earned Value Management experience
• Experience developing and managing the following: Basis of Estimate (BOE), Statement of Work (SOW), Contract Data Requirements List (CDRL), Rough Order of Magnitude (ROM)  and Firm Proposals
• Experience in contract negotiations
• Experience leading the performance of tasks on schedule, at cost and achieving all requirements as either project lead, integrated program team or cost account manager
• Possess strong leadership and organizational skills with the ability to work effectively in an environment with multiple, often competing priorities
• Experience assigning and monitoring team and individual tasking to meet contractual requirements on schedule and within budget
• Demonstrated financial management skills including development and control of program budgets, schedules, and the ability to recognize and capture program changes
• Experience establishing and managing customer relationships and expectations
• Demonstrated experience managing remote team members

Salary Range: $120,800.00 - $181,200.00

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.