Director Programs 1

US CITIZENSHIP REQUIRED FOR THIS POSITION: Yes

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be 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.

Northrop Grumman Defense Systems has an immediate opening for a Program Director 1 position, located at our Elkton, MD facility.  This position reports directly to the Operating Unit Senior Director and will be a full-time onsite position.

Northrop Grumman Propulsion Systems and Controls (PS&C) facility in Elkton, Maryland began solid-propellant rocket operations in 1948. Today, the Elkton PS&C facility designs, develops, and produces solid-propellant propulsion and ordnance systems in programs professionally managed for a wide variety of Government and commercial customers. The facility also serves as the hub for offsite engineering and test facilities in Ronkonkoma, NY and Palm Beach Gardens, FL.

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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.

The Program Director will have authority and responsibility for a portfolio of programs, captures, and strategic activities in the PS&C Operating Unit. The selected candidate will be responsible for ensuring successful execution of those programs as well as the strategic pursuit of opportunities to grow the business portfolio. In addition, the director will be responsible for the management and leadership of senior managers and their staff of program managers, who execute on all activities in the portfolio. This is a leadership position with daily executive interactions, and the successful candidate must display impeccable judgment, a history of strong performance, and embody Northrop Grumman’s leadership behaviors. The successful candidate should thrive in a fast-paced work environment with high expectations, significantly diverse assignments, and collaborative/team settings across all levels, including executive leadership.

The Program Director will lead all phases of programs from capture and inception through completion and closeout:

• Responsible for the cost, schedule, and technical performance of programs.
• Participates in the negotiation of contract and contract changes.
• Coordinates the preparation of proposals, business plans, statements of work, specifications, operating budgets, and financial terms/conditions of contract.
• Acts as customer contact for program activities, leading program review sessions with customer to discuss cost, schedule, and technical performance.
• Develops new business through offset, teaming, non-traditional contractors, and large subcontractor strategies and partnerships.
• Directs technical investments and makes strategic business decisions including implementation of common product development across a variety of customer bases to maximize affordability.
• Establishes milestones and monitors adherence to master plans and schedules, identifies program problems, and leads the teams to develop solutions.
• Directs the work of leaders assigned to the program technical, manufacturing, supply chain, mission assurance, business management, and other areas of the program, with partnership from functional homeroom leaders.

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree with a minimum of 9 years of related experience or 7 years of related experience with master’s degree
• Minimum 8 years of management experience in Functional Management, Engineering Management, Operations Management, or Program Management
• Demonstrated expertise in customer shaping and engagement strategies
• Demonstrated program execution expertise.
• Ability to build and lead a program management team with a vision for success and capable of delegating responsibilities to the appropriate team members.
• Exceptional communication and collaboration skills.
• Demonstrated understanding of EVMS and Risk and Opportunity Management
• Demonstrated experience with New Business / Capture Management
• Demonstrated leadership skills and the ability to work effectively in a team environment
• Demonstrated experience with establishing customer intimacy
• Effective communication and presentation skills
• Experience with DoD & international customers and/or partners
• Active Secret Clearance, which being a US citizen is a requisite

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master’s Degree in a STEM or business field of focus
• 15 years of experience in government program management or DOD
• 10 years of management experience in Functional Management, Engineering Management, or Program Management
• Experience with Affordability and Capture Management Plans

Salary Range: $200,100.00 - $300,100.00

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.