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Staff Tech Svcs Proj Mgmt - Deputy Product Execution Solution Chief/Project Engineer (24-508)

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Northrop Grumman

Staff Tech Svcs Proj Mgmt - Deputy Product Execution Solution Chief/Project Engineer (24-508)

Colorado Springs, CO

CO Salary Range: USD 155,400.00 - 233,200.00 per year

Requisition ID: R10182647
Category: Program Management
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Location: Colorado Springs, Colorado, United States of America
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Clearance Type: Secret
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Telecommute: No- Teleworking not available for this position
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Shift: Days (United States of America)
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Travel Required: Yes, 10% of the Time
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Positions Available: 1
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. Northrop Grumman Space Systems - Launch and Missile Defense Systems has an exciting career opportunity for a Staff Technical Services Project Management - Deputy Product Execution Solution Chief/Project Engineer (24-508) to join our team of qualified, diverse individuals. This position will be located in Colorado Springs, CO.

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Position Overview:
The Command and Control, Battle Management, and Communications (C2BMC) program integrates the Missile Defense System. It is a vital operational system that enables the U.S. president, secretary of defense, and combatant commanders at strategic, regional, and operational levels to systematically plan ballistic missile defense operations, to see the battle develop collectively, and to dynamically manage designated networked sensors and weapons systems to achieve global and regional mission objectives. C2BMC supports a layered missile defense capability that enables an optimized response to threats of all ranges in all phases of flight. C2BMC is the force multiplier that globally and regionally networks integrate, synchronizing autonomous sensor and weapon systems and operations to optimize performance. C2BMC is integral to all system ground and flight tests, which verify and exercise all current and future missile defense system capabilities.
The candidate will act as the Deputy Solution Chief in decomposing system requirements into work packages (develop epics and features) and coordinate planning with various ART leadership on the planning and execution of work.
Essential Functions:

Coordinates meetings to clearly define what is done or the scope of the effort during development and ensures execution to meet milestones
* Assisting in building project plans to meet requirements based on resource availability
* Participate in increment program planning to identify infrastructure project dependencies and need dates to support software and hardware installation
* Work with the MDA customer to set and modify program priorities and manage the operational baselined system
* Work closely with the OM&S Task Order Program Manager and Solution Chief to manage, coordinate, and oversee the efforts associated with OM&S contract proposals, project implementation, and system modifications
* Support the planning and execution of technical scope, schedule, and cost inputs for contractual deliverables, task instructions, and other projects as directed by the customer and program leadership
* Will support the development of an IMS, regular status reporting on IMS tasks for EVM accounting, and will support de-confliction with other task orders and release trains to achieve OM&S objectives
* Experience with the Missile Defense Agency (MDA), C2BMC system, or similar command and control (C2) systems
* Experience in a complex development and sustainment program and familiarity with related engineering disciplines like:
Systems engineering
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Software development
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Networks
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Cybersecurity
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Fielding, etc.

* Earned Value Management expertise and proven leadership abilities to manage, coordinate, and oversee cross-functional efforts associated with development and sustainment lifecycle management, emphasizing deployment activities
* Extensive project management experience
* Experience planning and managing projects in an Agile framework.
Basic Qualifications:
Please note your updated security clearance and IAT/relevant certifications on your resume, if applicable.

Bachelor's Degree in a STEM (Project Management, Engineering, Computer Science, Business Management) discipline preferred from an accredited university and 12 years of related experience or a Master's degree in a STEM discipline and 10 years of experience, or a PhD and 8 years of experience; or 16 years experience instead of a degree may be considered
* Applicants must have a current active in-scope U.S. Government DoD-issued Secret security clearance at the time of application, which is required to start, with the ability to obtain and maintain a Top Secret/SCI (TS/SCI) security clearance
* Leadership experience with demonstrated proficiency in technical expertise with global command and control networked computer system leading projects or program management
* Experienced in complete program development life cycle to include emerging digital development environments
* Ability to excel when information is ambiguous or sparse
* Function in a product manager role with the ability to process development skills, including vision/strategy generation and execution
* Possess the ability to communicate with internal and external customers, leaders, and development teams
* Experience in either/both the DoD Space or Missile Defense sectors as well as agile development processes
* Demonstrates the aptitude to develop and lead deployment projects supporting Operations, Maintenance, and Sustainment (OM&S) activities for the Command and Control, Battle Management and Communications (C2BMC) system
* Experience supporting contract proposals and creating comprehensive bids to capture project scope, schedule, and cost
* Familiarity with baselining projects to create an Integrated Master Schedule (IMS) and providing Earned Value Management (EVM) reporting against planned tasks
* Ability to identify/define issues or areas for improvement and develop technical approaches to solve complex problems by leveraging the expertise of cross-functional engineering teams
* Process improvement-oriented with the ability to develop strategic approaches to prioritize and manage work
Preferred Qualifications:

Current and active TS/SCI is highly desired
What We Can Offer You:
Northrop Grumman provides a comprehensive benefits package and a work environment that encourages your growth and supports the mutual success of our people and our company. Northrop Grumman benefits give you the flexibility and control to choose the benefits that make the most sense for you and your family. Your benefits will include the following:

Health Plan
* Savings Plan
* Paid Time Off
* Education Assistance
* Training and Development
* Flexible Work Arrangements
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Additional Northrop Grumman Information:
Salary Range: $155,400 - $233,200
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.

Client-provided location(s): Colorado Springs, CO, USA
Job ID: NorthropGrumman-R10182647
Employment Type: Other

Perks and Benefits

  • Health and Wellness

    • Health Insurance
    • Dental Insurance
    • Vision Insurance
    • Life Insurance
    • Short-Term Disability
    • Long-Term Disability
    • HSA
    • HSA With Employer Contribution
    • On-Site Gym
    • Pet Insurance
    • Mental Health Benefits
    • Virtual Fitness Classes
  • Parental Benefits

    • Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
    • Non-Birth Parent or Paternity Leave
    • Fertility Benefits
    • Adoption Assistance Program
    • Family Support Resources
    • Adoption Leave
  • Work Flexibility

    • Flexible Work Hours
    • Remote Work Opportunities
    • Hybrid Work Opportunities
    • Four-Day Work Week
  • Office Life and Perks

    • Commuter Benefits Program
    • Company Outings
    • On-Site Cafeteria
    • Holiday Events
  • Vacation and Time Off

    • Paid Vacation
    • Paid Holidays
    • Sabbatical
    • Leave of Absence
  • Financial and Retirement

    • 401(K)
    • 401(K) With Company Matching
    • Performance Bonus
    • Relocation Assistance
    • Financial Counseling
    • Profit Sharing
  • Professional Development

    • Tuition Reimbursement
    • Promote From Within
    • Mentor Program
    • Shadowing Opportunities
    • Access to Online Courses
    • Lunch and Learns
    • Internship Program
    • Leadership Training Program
    • Associate or Rotational Training Program
  • Diversity and Inclusion

    • Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program
    • Employee Resource Groups (ERG)
    • Woman founded/led

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