Directs all phases of programs 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.
What You'll Get to Do:
Program Managers are responsible for leading all phases of execution, from inception (proposal development) through completion (contract closeout). Primary responsibilities will include but are not limited to:

Develop customer relationships and cultivate customer intimacy to develop further opportunities within the customer community.
* Leading and directing a cross-functional Integrated Program Team (IPT) to meet program cost, schedule and technical objectives.
* Development and delivery of presentations to customers, executive management and other program stakeholders.
* Develop new business opportunities through long term strategic planning, capture planning and proposal development.
* Knowledge and execution of a variety of proposal and contract types (FFP, CPFF, etc).
* Creation, review and finalization of the program Statement of Work.
* Negotiation and establishment of schedule milestones, payment, and other key contract terms and conditions.
* Adherence to all internal processes for Program Management.
* Completion and tracking of the Contract Requirements Traceability Matrix.
* Ensure program team understands & adheres to the contract scope.
* Development and adherence to Integrated Master Schedules (IMS).
* Development and adherence to budget baselines utilizing Earned Value Management (EVM) or similar cost & schedule control methodologies and tools.
* Thorough risk & opportunity management to include identification, mitigation and realization.
* Submission of program performance in internal reporting systems (i.e. IPRS).
* Coordination of Contract Change Board activities internally and with the customer, to include Engineering Change Proposals (ECP).
* Government Property (GFE, CFE, etc.) tracking and management.
* Addressing workforce planning needs, as needed.
Basic Qualifications:

Bachelor's Degree and 8 years' or a Master's Degree or PhD and 6 years of experience supporting Government contracts and/or project management in other industries.
* Demonstrated ability to execute tasks on schedule, at cost and achieving all requirements.
* Experience as a cost account manager with earned value management.
* Demonstrated success leading matrix teams/and or organizations to achieve a common goal.
* US Citizenship.
* Active Secret Security Clearance, or higher level clearance.
Preferred Qualifications:

Prior program management experience.
* Experience developing and managing proposals.
* Experience working with IWO type contracts.
Salary Range: $178,500 - $267,700
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. U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.