Manager of Project Management 3 - Mission Assurance

Northrop Grumman • Palmdale, CA

4d • $159,500 - $239,300 • Onsite

About The Position

Northrop Grumman’s Aeronautics Systems sector is seeking a Manager of Project Management 3 to support the Mission Assurance team and Strike Division in Palmdale, California. The role leads the effective and efficient execution of Strike Mission Assurance and is part of the Mission Assurance Leadership Team. It supports daily organizational operations and ensures that the organization meets the needs of the functions and programs it supports.

The manager supports division strategy and objective development, communicates priorities across sites and functions, oversees organizational business rhythms and performance measures, and leads strategic initiatives and special projects. The role also helps develop and execute annual operating and long-range strategic plans, including resource planning; ensures Strike execution aligns with functional processes and best practices; prepares materials and presentations for leadership events; represents the organization on selected councils and boards; and organizes employee engagement activities.

The position requires an active Department of Defense Secret clearance and the ability to obtain and maintain Special Program Access. Domestic travel is approximately 25%. Relocation assistance may be available. The listed primary salary range is $159,500 to $239,300. Employees may also be eligible for overtime, shift differential, discretionary bonuses, health insurance, life and disability insurance, a savings plan, company-paid holidays, and paid time off. U.S. citizenship is required for positions requiring a government clearance.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree and 9 years of related experience, or a Master’s degree and 7 years of related experience.
• Related professional and/or military experience in project management, program management, Mission Assurance, Build IPT, engineering, and/or business management functions.
• Excellent organizational, verbal, and written communication, project management, analytical, planning, and presentation skills.
• Ability to build effective relationships and interact effectively with senior-level management.
• Ability to respect confidentiality and safeguard sensitive information.
• Ability to understand detailed program financial performance, with strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Strong analytical capability and attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to work effectively in ambiguous environments, identify and address issues without specific direction, maintain a strategic mindset, identify organizational improvements, and bridge functional gaps to implement improvements.
• Ability to anticipate challenges, address them in advance, or provide recommended options to leadership.
• Ability to collaborate with the Leadership Team and influence without direct authority to achieve results.
• Ability to prioritize and complete multiple tasks and projects within critical deadlines.
• Skilled use of Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and SharePoint.
• Strong understanding of company and sector operations, policies, procedures, and how to navigate them.
• Ability to travel approximately 25% domestically.
• Active Department of Defense clearance and ability to obtain and maintain Special Program Access.
• U.S. citizenship is required for positions requiring a government clearance.

Nice To Haves

• Experience using and implementing Jira, Confluence, and other agile tools.
• A3, Lean Six Sigma, or other Root Cause & Corrective Action expertise.
• Value Stream Mapping or Systems Engineering experience, or demonstrated ability to apply a systematic approach to problem solving.
• Current or previous Cost Account Manager (CAM) experience.
• Experience across multiple program lifecycle stages, including development, production, and sustainment.
• Active Special Program Access.

Responsibilities

• Support development of division strategies and objectives aligned with Sector, Mission Assurance, and Program goals.
• Lead communication of strategy, objectives, and priorities across multiple sites, functional areas, and job levels.
• Set organizational business rhythms and content to evaluate progress against objectives and financial and non-financial performance measures.
• Assess and refine performance metrics to ensure they drive intended behaviors or outcomes.
• Lead strategic initiatives affecting the overall division and other internal special projects.
• Ensure Strike daily execution and methods align with functional processes and best practices; identify and drive improvements where needed.
• Support development and execution of the organization’s Annual Operating Plan and Long-Range Strategic Plan, including resource planning.
• Manage materials, data, and presentation needs for upcoming events to accurately communicate progress and support needs.
• Represent the organization on selected councils and boards.
• Organize and implement employee engagement activities, including Town Halls, Leader Site Visits, and Leadership Forums.
• Work with the Mission Assurance Leadership Team and staff to ensure day-to-day operations meet the needs of supported functions and programs.

Benefits

• Health insurance coverage
• Life insurance
• Disability insurance
• Savings plan
• Company-paid holidays
• Paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business
• Employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus
• Relocation assistance may be available

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager