Northrop Grumman's Weapons Systems sector is looking for a Manager, Programs Level III to support the Armament Systems/Combat Systems organization/business unit located in Plymouth, MN.
The primary objective will be the delivery of all contractual requirements on cost and on schedule, while achieving all technical requirements and creating customer intimacy to support value creation strategies and actions. The individual will lead a group of program managers and their cross-functional organization aligned to common program performance goals.
Provides overall leadership of the Combat Munitions portfolio consisting of production and product development programs in support of the Terrain Shaping and Precision Grenadier System product lines. Responsible for profitable and on-time execution of multiple production programs, capture of future international and domestic terrain shaping production programs, progressing product capability and product design for manufacturing improvements. Additional product responsibilities include finalizing development and integration of our Precision Grenadier System including weapon, ammunition, and fire control. Responsible for leading partners and our program team to manage 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. Establishes milestones and monitors adherence to master plans and schedules, identifies program problems and execute to meet financial objectives. Directs the work of employees assigned to the programs from technical, manufacturing and administrative areas.
Program Managers are responsible for leading all phases of the program life cycle from inception (proposal development) through startup, execution, and completion (contract closeout). Primary responsibilities are the management of cost, schedule, and technical performance of company programs or subsystems and include, but are not limited to:

Cultivating customer relationships and intimacy to develop further opportunities within the customer community

* Developing new business opportunities through long term strategic planning, capture planning, and development of proposals and business plans

* Establishing a program organization that effectively addresses customer requirements and incorporates the necessary internal and external sub-organizations

* Leading and directing cross-functional Integrated Program Teams (IPT) to meet program cost, schedule and technical performance objectives

* Measuring and reporting program performance

* Delivering presentations to customers, executive management and other program stakeholders

* Participating in the negotiation of contracts, contract changes, specifications, operating budgets, schedule milestones, and key terms and conditions.

* Establishing design concepts, criteria, and engineering efforts for product research, development, integration and test.

* Creation, review and finalization of the program Statement of Work

* Identification, distribution, tracking, and completion of program requirements

* Establishment and management of the program and subordinate baselines

* Development and adherence to budget baselines utilizing Earned Value Management (EVM) or similar cost & schedule control methodologies and tools

* Identifying, allocating and managing program resources, including workforce planning

* Managing suppliers to meet program objectives.

* Adherence to all internal processes, policies, and applicable industry standards

* Ensuring program team understands and adheres to contract scope, and manages change through control board activities

* Development and adherence to master plans and schedules

* Conducting thorough risk & opportunity management practices including identification, mitigation and realization

Basic Qualifications:

Bachelor's Degree and 10 years, or Master's and 8 years' experience supporting U.S. Government contracts and customers and/or project management in other industries

* Three (3) years of experience leading the performance of tasks on schedule, at cost and achieving all requirements as either project lead, integrated program team or cost account manager

* Five (5) years of demonstrated success leading teams/and or organizations to achieve a common goal

* Must be a US Citizen and capable of obtaining a Secret security clearance level

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.