Manager Programs 1

We offer a 9/80 work schedule with every other Friday off, phenomenal learning opportunities, exposure to a wide variety of projects and customers, and a very friendly team environment. We are looking for self-motivated, proactive, and goal-oriented people to help us grow our services and become even better at what we do.
Our Leaders at Northrop Grumman live our values daily and encourage our teams to do the same. We do the right thing: upholding the highest ethical standards and facilitating a safe and respectful environment that attracts, retains, and inspires a diverse and engaged team. We do what we promise: holding yourself and others accountable to meet predictable and balanced results. We commit to shared success: operating as OneNG and removing barriers for our teams. Finally, We pioneer: setting a vision that shapes the future and inspires others.

This position will support the Test and Infrastructure IPT Lead. This Program Manager (PM) 1 has the responsibility of supporting the Test and Infrastructure IPT Lead with elements of cost, schedule, and performance. This position is responsible for program management of various suppliers and functional areas on scope controls, schedules and costs aligned with Work Breakdown Structure (WBS) elements associated with multiple Capital and NCTA projects. Key responsibilities will include managing multiple construction and network projects across the footprint of the program, ownership of budgets; risk and opportunity management, managing schedules and ensuring contractual technical requirements are met. The PM 1 will assess issues and develop resolutions to meet productivity, quality, and client-satisfaction goals. The PM 1 develops metrics for monitoring the health of project progress and for intervention and problem solving with IPT and Functional Homerooms Leads.
The PM1 will direct phases projects from inception through completion. Responsible for the cost, schedule and technical performance of company programs or subsystems of major programs. Participates in the negotiation of contract and contract changes. Coordinates the preparation of proposals, business plans, proposal work statements and specifications, operating budgets and financial terms/conditions of contract. Acts as primary customer contact for program activities, leading program review sessions with customer to discuss cost, schedule, and technical performance. Establishes design concepts, criteria and engineering efforts for product research, development, integration and test. Develops new business or expands the product line with the customer. 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. Directs the work of employees assigned to the program from technical, manufacturing and administrative areas.
The successful candidate must have a record of achieving successful outcomes by leading diverse technical teams, navigating internal processes, communicating with customers, creating a work environment that engages our employees, managing suppliers, bringing clarity and clear direction to ambiguous situations, excelling in the fundamentals of program management and perceptive use of predictive metrics.
Basic Qualifications:

Bachelors degree and 6 years (or Bachelor of Science in STEM and 5 years) of related experience as defined below, OR a Master's degree and 4 years (or Master of Science in STEM and 3 years) of related experience as defined below.

Related experience includes professional and/or military experience to include a background in project management, program management, engineering, capture efforts, and/or business management

Must have EVMS or CAM experience

At minimum, an active DoD Secret level clearance is required to apply and to start the role, with the ability to obtain and maintain a Top Secret clearance within a reasonable amount of time as determined by the Company to meet its business needs

Ability to travel up to 25% of the time

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience with cross-functional lead-level engagement (Engineering, GSC, Product Support, Global Manufacturing, Mission Assurance, etc.)

Knowledge of classified networks and systems

Experience managing program/projects of > $20 Million / year with Profit & Loss responsibilities.

Demonstrated experience meeting customer needs, building strong relationships with strategic partners and guiding program teams and support functions to take action to satisfy customer expectations.

Active DoD Top Secret Security Clearance

Salary Range: $112,200.00 - $168,200.00The 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.