Program Manager 3

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available

CLEARANCE TYPE: Top 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.

An organization within Northrop Grumman’s Launch and Exploration division, the Advance Weapons Operating Unit is seeking an experienced Program Manager 3 based in Chandler, AZ, within the Launch Vehicle Business Unit. This position is 100% on-site.

*Please be aware that this position will be contingent upon capturing program award, obtaining and maintaining customer funding, and holding final clearance prior to start date. *

Overview:

Reporting to the Deputy Director of Advanced Weapons Programs and will be responsible for the Moonlight vehicle development for the Advance Weapons Operating Unit within Launch Vehicles. As a Program Manager 3, you will support program execution including development activities, demonstration missions, and proposals for the Strike Weapons Program Family. You will co-lead technical reviews, support the Program Engineering Managers (PEMs) in managing cost and schedule, assist in maintaining healthy relationships with key partners, and develop/maintain good customer relations. You will work with IPT leads to develop innovative engineering solutions and drive efficiency in partnership with operations. This leader will be responsible for ensuring technology developments garner program success and look for opportunities within Advanced Weapons Programs and the greater Northrop Grumman to leverage synergies. You value the team as people and help provide opportunities for each member to develop and be their best.

Role and Responsibilities:

• Manage all phases of program from inception through completion

• Maintain working relationships with the customer and internal/external partners, providing timely communication and engaging to resolve questions and issues

• Responsible for cost, schedule, and technical performance of contracted activities

• Coordinate the preparation of program plans and proposals in line with command media

• Act as primary customer contact for the program and the mission

• Establish milestones and monitors performance keeping the program team on plan and in budget

• Direct the work of the program team in partnership with the PEMs and Chief Engineer (CE)

• Assist in conducting program reviews both for internal and external management

• Demonstrate the highest ethical standards and create a fun and collaborative team environment

*Please be aware that this position will be contingent upon capturing program award, obtaining and maintaining customer funding, and holding final clearance prior to start date. *

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree required with at least nine (9) years of related experience in program management, leadership, or related field OR Master’s degree with at least seven (7) years of experience

• Experience with programs or portfolios of $25M or more in value

• Experience with Earned Value Management

• Prior experience leading medium to large technical teams

• Strong interpersonal, communication and presentation skills

• Active DoD Top Secret clearance with the ability to obtain special access

• US citizenship

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience working in a classified environment full time

• Experience managing programs between $50-100M in value

• Active TS/SCI with current SAP access

• Knowledge of the Ground Based Missile Defense program or similar programs

• Experience in working with launch ranges and managing remote operations in a safe, efficient manner

Primary Level Salary Range: $161,500.00 - $242,300.00

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.