Programs Director

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.

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 Northrop Grumman Navigation Targeting & Survivability Division is seeking a Director of Programs 1 for the Aircraft Survivability Business Unit at our Rolling Meadows, Il location. Up to 25% travel may be required. Relocation assistance may be available. 

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 a portfolio of programs.
• Participates in the negotiation of contract and contract changes.
• Coordinates the preparation of proposals, business plans, investment plans, proposal work statements and specifications, operating budgets and financial terms/conditions of contract.
• Leads the planning and execution of the program in conjunction with Global Supply Chain, Manufacturing Operations and Quality Assurance.
• Acts as customer contact for program and capture activities, leading program review sessions with customer to discuss cost, schedule, and technical performance and new business opportunities.
• Establishes milestones and monitors adherence to master plans and schedules, identifies program problems, and obtains solutions, such as allocation of resources or changing contractual specifications.
• Provides day-to-day people leadership of team and creates an environment that accelerates development of talent; apply rigorous knowledge management to capture learning, drive continuous improvement, and enhance employee engagement
• Supports the Operating Unit Director in strategic planning and product line planning across the customer base.

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or a similar technical field and 12 or more years of experience; OR Master's Degree in Engineering or a similar technical field and 10 or more years of experience
• 7 or more years of management experience in Functional Management, Engineering Management, or Program Management
• Demonstrated understanding of EVMS and Risk and Opportunity Management
• Experience leading development teams or programs
• Demonstrated leadership skills and the ability to work effectively in a team environment
• Effective communication and presentation skills
• Experience with DoD customer
• Active DoD Secret Clearance; OR DoE equivalent

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master’s Degree in Engineering or a similar technical field
• 10 years of related experience
• 7-10 years of management experience in Functional Management, Engineering Management, or Program Management
• Experience with Infrared Counter Measures and/or restricted customers
• Experience with agile development, tools, and agile earned value
• Experience working in a matrix organization
• Experience with Capture Management / Leadership
• PMP Certification

Salary Range: $183,700.00 - $275,500.00

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.