Senior Program Manager

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available

CLEARANCE TYPE: None

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 Space Systems is currently seeking a Senior Program Manager to join our team.  This position will be supporting Propulsion Subsystem Support Contract (PSSC). This individual will lead program strategy, growth, and execution for the Minuteman III PSSC program. This role will be based at Falcon Hill, UT facility on Hill Air Force Base.

We are excited for you to join our team of qualified and diverse individuals.  Our domain provides rewarding work that contributes to the latest advancements being made in the missile defense industry.

Roles and Responsibilities:

The Program Manager will report to the Air Force & Advanced Programs Operating Unit Sr. Director and have direct profit/loss responsibility for execution of the PSSC program, including ownership of cost, schedule, quality, and technical solutions needed to support ongoing sustainment of the Minuteman III ICBM propulsion system for the U.S. Air Force. Position includes leadership of a matrixed and multi-disciplined team responsible to deliver on all aspects of the program, including the management of two major subcontractors on site.

Job Duties:

• Execute program successfully by managing safety, quality, schedule, people, technology and cost

• Represent Northrop Grumman as the Prime contractor for Minuteman III PSSC program to the U.S. Air Force

• Demonstrated ability to develop a vision and strategy for the program and translate into executable goals and metrics

• Manage and negotiate partner and supplier contracts to meet program needs

• Manage, approve, and present business plans for new pursuits in accordance with company commitment review process

• Demonstrated ability to resolve issues in accordance with business objectives, strategy, legal requirements, contract terms, and policies

• Demonstrated ability to develop innovative solutions for unique customer problems and transition into value-added program scope

• Provide overall leadership and direction to the program team while leveraging the skill sets of each team member and lead a multi-discipline, multi-faceted team to successful performance

• Manage budgets, EACs and associated risks.

• Forecast and manage sales, cash and OM performance

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in applicable Engineering or Business field

• Ten (10) plus years’ experience in leading multi-discipline teams with increasing levels of responsibility

• Experience in delivering results to the bottom line and managing change

• Experience in cost and schedule controls, including IMS management

• Experience working in aerospace manufacturing, preferably solid rocket motor manufacturing

• Experience as CAM and/or past profit/loss accountability

Preferred Qualifications:

• Familiarity with the Air Force ICBM organization and/or Air Force Nuclear Weapons Center

• A thorough knowledge of ICBM design, development, production, or sustainment

• Experience with profit/loss, Test and Research operations, VSET management, and/or project engineering

• Experience with strategy development and implementation in program execution

• In-depth understanding of customer requirements, both technically and financially, to ensure customer needs are met.

• Familiarity with prime contractor organizational structure and motor integration

• Familiarity and experience in managing suppliers

Position Benefits:

As a full-time employee of Northrop Grumman Space Systems, you are eligible for our robust benefits package including:

• Medical, Dental & Vision coverage

• 401K

• Educational Assistance

• Life Insurance

• Employee Assistance Programs & Work/Life Solutions

• Paid Time Off

• Health and Wellness Resources

• Employee Discounts

Salary Range: $156,000.00 - $234,000.00

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.