Deputy Program Manager 2

Northrop Grumman

69d • $149,400 - $224,000

About The Position

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. Join Northrop Grumman on our continued mission to push the boundaries of possible across land, sea, air, space, and cyberspace. Enjoy a culture where your voice is valued and start contributing to our team of passionate professionals providing real-life solutions to our world’s biggest challenges. We take pride in creating purposeful work and allowing our employees to grow and achieve their goals every day by Defining Possible. With our competitive pay and comprehensive benefits, we have the right opportunities to fit your life and launch your career today. Northrop Grumman Space Systems, Multi-Domain Operations, Missile Defense Integration Business Unit (BU) has an exciting career opportunity for a Deputy Programs Manager 2 supporting an Internal Research and Development (IRAD) project to join our team of qualified, diverse, and innovative individuals located in Huntsville, AL. The candidate selected for this position would be involved in program execution, cost, schedule, risk, staffing, team building, customer satisfaction, compliance with organizational processes and procedures, maintaining relationship with and keeping program leadership and Government customer appraised of program status. Please note that this opportunity is contingent on program funding. Start dates are determined after funding confirmation.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree and 8 years of experience, or a Master’s degree and 6 years of experience, 4 years experience with PhD 7 years’ experience with functional and/or technical leadership experience.
• Active Secret Security Clearance.
• Recent experience in managing Internal Research and Development (IRAD) / Non-Contract Technical Activity (NCTA) programs.
• Experience with customer and stakeholder relationship management.
• Proven presentation/briefing development experience.
• Organization and execution of tasks and projects experience.
• Problem solving skills of technical, organizational, and personnel issues.
• Supporting DoD proposal activities that includes BOE development, Integrated Master Schedule input, and writing contributions on multiple proposal activities.
• Ensure engineering standards and product quality standards are met.
• Demonstrate a commitment to ethics and integrity, and the capability to innovate while challenging traditional ways of doing business.

Nice To Haves

• Strong knowledge of the Missile Defense Integration (MDI) and its elements including knowledgeable of tactical software command and control systems.
• Experience in Fire Control Systems.
• Experience delivering products and services on Missile Defense Agency (MDA) programs in accordance with software quality and technical integrity standards.
• Understanding and strategic vision for best utilization of JIRA to manage team’s effort to include tracking metrics and performance for software command and control software for missile defense systems.
• Track record as an effective collaborator, communicator and problem solver who is able to develop and maintain good working relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Experience developing capabilities to build diverse and inclusive teams with high levels of engagement, including mentoring and coaching.
• Possess excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Broad skill set that is balanced between interpersonal, business, and technical capabilities.
• Understanding of software technologies, software principles, and ballistic missile defense algorithms, particularly an understanding of software modernization strategies.
• Experience building a high performing team and facilitating conflict resolution within the team.

Responsibilities

• Set Vision, lead, and manage a large (~100 person) diverse team of Software, Hardware, Integration, Test, User Experience, and Systems Engineers as a Deputy Program Manager.
• Responsible for overall execution and timely delivery of program milestones against scope of work.
• Lead by example. Assist the Program Manager in setting a vision and implement a strategy of leading a set of leaders on a cross-functional team to drive collective team successes.
• Interface directly with the Government Customer, Other BU Program Managers, Business Management, Contracts, Engineering, and other functional/support teams in support of program objectives, technical integrity, customer expectations, and schedule.
• Operate in a team environment and collaborate across the organization as required to accomplish the team goals.
• Owner of Profit and Loss responsibility for scope, schedule across WBS element items as defined in scope of work.
• Responsible for overseeing risk management strategy and execution of mitigation plans.
• Develop and implement team structures, organizational framework, and processes to optimize productivity and foster a high-performing, cohesive, and collaborative team environment.
• Assist Leadership and government customer with proposals and other scope modifications.
• Collaborate closely with government customers and team leaders, to include technical team leaders, to set the vision, schedule, and plan to support future software builds and strategies.

Benefits

• Health insurance coverage
• Life and disability insurance
• Savings plan
• Company paid holidays
• Paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree